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      • Cheapest nonstop
        BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Fri, May 8 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 9:10 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 11:20 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sun, May 10 | Jetstar Airways
        €90 €127
        28% off
        28% off
        €127 €90
      • BNE 12:00 PM
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS 2:20 PM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sat, May 9 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 9:10 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 11:20 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Tue, May 12 | Jetstar Airways
        €90 €127
        28% off
        28% off
        €127 €90
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Apr 23 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 9:10 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 11:20 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Mon, Apr 27 | Jetstar Airways
        €90 €127
        28% off
        28% off
        €127 €90
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, May 21 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Mon, May 25 | Jetstar Airways
        €90
        28% off
        €127 €90
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sun, Apr 26 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 9:10 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 11:20 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Thu, Apr 30 | Jetstar Airways
        €91
        28% off
        €127 €91
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Fri, May 8 | Jetstar Airways
        €93
        27% off
        €127 €93
      • BNE 8:45 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 11:15 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sat, Apr 25 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar Airways
        €93
        27% off
        €127 €93
      • BNE 8:45 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 11:15 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Apr 30 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 9:10 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 11:20 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        €93
        27% off
        €127 €93
      • BNE 8:45 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 11:15 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Apr 22 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 3:35 PM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 5:45 PM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sat, Apr 25 | Jetstar Airways
        €93
        27% off
        €127 €93
      • BNE 8:45 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 11:15 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, May 14 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 9:10 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 11:20 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sun, May 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €95
        25% off
        €127 €95
      • BNE 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS Invalid Date
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Apr 16 | Normal Airline
        CNS 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        BNE 4:00 PM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sat, Apr 18 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Apr 23 | Jetstar Airways
        €48 €67
        28% off
        28% off
        €67 €48
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar Airways
        €49 €67
        27% off
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Mon, May 11 | Jetstar Airways
        €49 €67
        27% off
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sun, May 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €49
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Tue, May 19 | Jetstar Airways
        €49
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Tue, Apr 28 | Jetstar Airways
        €49
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Mon, Apr 27 | Jetstar Airways
        €49
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Fri, May 29 | Jetstar Airways
        €49
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Apr 22 | Jetstar Airways
        €49
        27% off
        €67 €49
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, May 13 | Jetstar Airways
        €50
        25% off
        €67 €50
      • BNE 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS Invalid Date
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Apr 16 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Brisbane to Cairns are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport

Which month has the lowest one-way flight price from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the average one-way flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport across different months over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for low one-way flight fares from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, the best time to book is in October, with an average price of €73. Try to avoid July, when prices are highest, averaging around €116.

€116
€95
€73
€52
    Cheapest
  • €111
    Apr
  • €82
    May
  • €106
    Jun
  • €116
    Jul
  • €90
    Aug
  • €95
    Sep
  • €73
    Oct
  • €74
    Nov
  • €99
    Dec
  • €73
    Jan
  • €84
    Feb
  • €77
    Mar

Which month is the cheapest for round-trip flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the average round-trip flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport across different months over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, May is usually the cheapest month to find flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average price of €156. In contrast, March is typically the most expensive month, with average prices reaching €284.

€284
€220
€156
€92
    Cheapest
  • €229
    Apr
  • €156
    May
  • €165
    Jun
  • €280
    Jul
  • €203
    Aug
  • €218
    Sep
  • €162
    Oct
  • €190
    Nov
  • €252
    Dec
  • €181
    Jan
  • €177
    Feb
  • €284
    Mar

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the average flight prices on Trip.com from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport across different days of the week over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport is usually Wednesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. Try to avoid departing on Sunday, as prices are usually the highest on that day.

€127
€111
€95
€79
    Cheapest
  • €121
    Mon
  • €104
    Tue
  • €95
    Wed
  • €101
    Thu
  • €113
    Fri
  • €106
    Sat
  • €127
    Sun

Selected Airlines from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport

See which airlines fly from Brisbane to Cairns. Find the airline that best meets your travel needs by comparing prices and treat yourself to an enjoyable journey.

Jetstar Airways
From €48
Virgin Australia
From €59
Qantas Airways
From €81
Air Niugini
From €341

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Flight Schedule from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport

Check the schedule for flights from Brisbane to Cairns and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ936

    Brisbane Airport

    6:35 PM

    BNE

    2h 20m

    8:55 PM

    CNS

    S - T - T - -
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  2. JQ934

    Brisbane Airport

    6:35 PM

    BNE

    2h 25m

    9:00 PM

    CNS

    - M T W T F S
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  3. JQ928

    Brisbane Airport

    6:00 AM

    BNE

    2h 30m

    8:30 AM

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  4. JQ930

    Brisbane Airport

    8:55 AM

    BNE

    2h 25m

    11:20 AM

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport Flights Info

Flight distance1,394.9 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price€48
Cheapest return ticket price€90

FAQs for Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is a flight from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

    It takes around 2 hours 29 minutes to fly from Brisbane Airport (bne) to Cairns Airport (cns).
  • There are around 13 daily flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • Tickets cost around €75 in May, making it the cheapest month to book. Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is a popular route, so don't forget to book your tickets in advance.
  • The route from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around €96 in July, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36 km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 7449 flights per month.

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