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Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from BRL 306 and round-trip from BRL 681. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sun, Oct 18 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sat, Oct 24 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 681 BRL 983
        31% off
        31% off
        BRL 983 BRL 681
      • BNE 6:35 PM
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        CNS 9:00 PM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Oct 8 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Tue, Oct 13 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 702 BRL 983
        28% off
        28% off
        BRL 983 BRL 702
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Tue, Oct 20 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:15 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 711 BRL 983
        28% off
        28% off
        BRL 983 BRL 711
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:15 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 711
        28% off
        BRL 983 BRL 711
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Wed, Oct 21 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 712
        28% off
        BRL 983 BRL 712
      • BNE 6:10 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:40 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sun, Oct 18 | Virgin Australia
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sat, Oct 24 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 730
        26% off
        BRL 983 BRL 730
      • BNE 2:55 PM
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS 5:15 PM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sat, Oct 31 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:20 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sat, Nov 7 | Virgin Australia
        BRL 737
        25% off
        BRL 983 BRL 737
      • BNE 6:40 AM
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS 9:00 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Nov 12 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:15 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sun, Nov 15 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 737
        25% off
        BRL 983 BRL 737
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Mon, Oct 12 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 738
        25% off
        BRL 983 BRL 738
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Oct 21 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:15 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 739
        25% off
        BRL 983 BRL 739
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Oct 14 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Wed, Oct 21 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 741
        25% off
        BRL 983 BRL 741
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sun, Oct 11 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 6:00 AM
        2h 10m
        Nonstop
        BNE 8:10 AM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Wed, Oct 14 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 747
        24% off
        BRL 983 BRL 747
      • BNE 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 2:00 PM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Sep 16 | Normal Airline
        CNS 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        BNE 4:00 PM
        Cairns - Brisbane | Fri, Sep 18 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 306 BRL 503
        39% off
        39% off
        BRL 503 BRL 306
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Fri, Oct 16 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 306 BRL 503
        39% off
        39% off
        BRL 503 BRL 306
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Mon, Oct 26 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 306 BRL 503
        39% off
        39% off
        BRL 503 BRL 306
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 307
        39% off
        BRL 503 BRL 307
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 320
        36% off
        BRL 503 BRL 320
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 343
        32% off
        BRL 503 BRL 343
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 345
        31% off
        BRL 503 BRL 345
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Tue, Oct 20 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 348
        31% off
        BRL 503 BRL 348
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Thu, Oct 15 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 359
        28% off
        BRL 503 BRL 359
      • BNE 8:55 AM
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        CNS 11:20 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Mon, Nov 9 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 365
        27% off
        BRL 503 BRL 365
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 377
        25% off
        BRL 503 BRL 377
      • BNE 6:00 AM
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        CNS 8:30 AM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Sat, Oct 24 | Jetstar Airways
        BRL 382
        24% off
        BRL 503 BRL 382
      • BNE 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 2:00 PM
        Brisbane - Cairns | Wed, Sep 16 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport are based on average airline prices for the next 3 months, according to Trip.com’s latest data.

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 May, with an average price of BRL 427. Try to avoid September, when prices are highest, averaging around BRL 789.

BRL 789
BRL 608
BRL 427
BRL 246
    Cheapest
  • BRL 789
    Sep
  • BRL 447
    Oct
  • BRL 451
    Nov
  • BRL 604
    Dec
  • BRL 447
    Jan
  • BRL 515
    Feb
  • BRL 469
    Mar
  • BRL 552
    Apr
  • BRL 427
    May
  • BRL 562
    Jun
  • BRL 500
    Jul
  • BRL 508
    Aug

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 BRL 947. In contrast, March is typically the most expensive month, with average prices reaching BRL 1,740.

BRL 1,740
BRL 1,344
BRL 947
BRL 551
    Cheapest
  • BRL 1,645
    Sep
  • BRL 990
    Oct
  • BRL 1,164
    Nov
  • BRL 1,545
    Dec
  • BRL 1,109
    Jan
  • BRL 1,084
    Feb
  • BRL 1,740
    Mar
  • BRL 1,318
    Apr
  • BRL 947
    May
  • BRL 1,533
    Jun
  • BRL 1,286
    Jul
  • BRL 1,508
    Aug

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.

BRL 798
BRL 707
BRL 615
BRL 524
    Cheapest
  • BRL 746
    Mon
  • BRL 668
    Tue
  • BRL 615
    Wed
  • BRL 620
    Thu
  • BRL 694
    Fri
  • BRL 664
    Sat
  • BRL 798
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport is Jetstar Airways (from BRL 306) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From BRL 306
Virgin Australia
From BRL 398
Qantas Airways
From BRL 702
Air Niugini
From BRL 2,222

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What is the 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

    2:50 PM

    BNE

    2h 20m

    5:10 PM

    CNS

    S - T - T - -
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  2. JQ930

    Brisbane Airport

    8:45 AM

    BNE

    2h 30m

    11:15 AM

    CNS

    S M - W T F S
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  3. VA771

    Brisbane Airport

    6:10 AM

    BNE

    2h 30m

    8:40 AM

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  4. VA799

    Brisbane Airport

    8:50 PM

    BNE

    2h 30m

    11:20 PM

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
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  5. VA785

    Brisbane Airport

    1:40 PM

    BNE

    2h 30m

    4:10 PM

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  6. JQ928

    Brisbane Airport

    6:00 AM

    BNE

    2h 30m

    8:30 AM

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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About Brisbane Airport and Cairns Airport

Learn about Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Cairns Airport (CNS) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 1,394.9 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price BRL 306
Cheapest return ticket price BRL 681

FAQs for Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

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

    Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport takes about 2 hours 16 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 13 daily flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 06:00, and the last departs at 20:50, with about 69 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around BRL 998 in September, 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.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia and Emirates operate direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 10 minutes, and around 51 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport is BRL 679. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 54 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Brisbane Airport and Cairns Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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