S$121 Cheap Flights to Cairns

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Cheap round-trip flights to Cairns

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Sat, 7 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$241 Return, just found
S$241
Return
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 7 Feb from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Wed, 11 Feb, priced at S$241 just found
Jetstar
Thu, 8 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$309 Return, found 4 days ago
S$309
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 8 Jan from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 17 Jan, priced at S$309 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$385 Return, found 2 days ago
S$385
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 24 Jan from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 31 Jan, priced at S$385 found 2 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
SIN
Singapore
CNS
Cairns
S$644 Return, found 5 days ago
S$644
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, 4 Mar from Singapore to Cairns, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at S$644 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Fri, 2 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
SIN
Singapore
CNS
Cairns
S$911 Return, found 4 days ago
S$911
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Fri, 2 Jan from Singapore to Cairns, returning Tue, 20 Jan, priced at S$911 found 4 days ago

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Cheap flights to Cairns (CNS)

Get started finding a cheap flight to Cairns on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or using the search bar to enter your travel dates, origin airport and whether you want a return or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.

We recommend using the ‘Flexible Dates’ calendar at the top of the page to see the price of plane tickets on the surrounding dates. This allows you to pick the cheapest days to fly if your trip allows flexibility and score cheap flight deals to Cairns.

Return prices range from S$241 - S$911 and one-ways Cairns start as low as S$121.

Be aware that choosing a non-stop flight can sometimes be more expensive while saving you time. And routes with connections may be available at a cheaper rate.

 

Airlines that fly to Cairns (CNS)

You have several options for which airline you choose to travel with to Cairns. There are 10 airlines flying into CNS: Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Jetstar, Airnorth Regional, Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific. 

Cheap plane tickets may be available from different airlines at different times and with unique terms. It’s best to understand the details of each airline’s offer before judging its value.

For example, if you plan to check in a bag or bring hand baggage, it's worth checking whether the cheap airfare deal includes a baggage allowance. If not, verify whether the baggage fee is higher than the difference of other airline plane ticket deals offering free checked in/hand baggage in exchange for a slightly higher airfare. 

Additionally, your preferred frequent flyer membership programmes may influence your choice of cheap airline. Expedia allows you to enter your membership numbers during checkout to earn points from your airline and Expedia Rewards—all while getting a great deal and planning all your travel on one online platform.

 

Find the best deals

At Expedia, we source many flight deals from multiple providers, so you can easily find the best deals that are right for you. A great strategy for getting the best deals can be to make sure you book and travel at optimal times. Airfare to Cairns (CNS) varies throughout the year based on seasonal demand. You’ll see the lowest rates for return trips to CNS in February and in May for one-ways.

 

Cancellation & flexibility

To change or cancel eligible flights, go to ‘My Trips’ and navigate to your itinerary. If you booked within the last 24 hours, you might be able to cancel your flight for free. Learn more about flight changes or cancellations from our customer service portal. Some plane tickets are available with no change fees, which you can filter for during your search.

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Cairns' airport?
Book a flight to Cairns and you'll be landing at Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS).
How far is CNS from central Cairns?
Cairns Airport is only a short drive from downtown Cairns. It's located 5 kilometres from the centre of the city.
What airport is best to fly into Cairns?
With only one main airport operating in Cairns, it won't take very long to find the best flight. You'll be taking off to Cairns Airport, which is located around 5 kilometres from downtown.
How many airlines fly to Cairns?
There are 14 air carriers that fly to Cairns from 33 worldwide airports.
Which airlines fly to Cairns?
Cairns receives the majority of its flights from The Flying Kangaroo, Virgin Australia and Virgin Australia with The Flying Kangaroo being the favourite choice of airline. Brisbane is the most popular city for passengers to take off from.
How many nonstop flights are there to Cairns?
With 404 nonstop flights every week, you'll be arriving in Cairns before you can say, "Are we there yet?"
Where are the most popular flights to Cairns departing from?
Travellers frequently set off from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne airports when flying to Cairns.
How long is the flight to Cairns Airport?
If it's Brisbane you're departing, you'll be in the air for around 2 hours and 21 minutes before you touchdown in Cairns. Tarmac to tarmac from Sydney takes approximately 3 hours and 2 minutes and from Melbourne, 3 hours and 18 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Cairns?
Don't leave locking in your flight to Cairns until the last moment. That's one trick frequent travellers use to get the best prices. Booking well in advance means more options and less expensive flights. Another excellent way to grab the most affordable fare is to research all options. If where you're headed has more than one airport, research the cost of flying into a smaller terminal. And finally, don't forget that it's first in, best dressed. Familiarise yourself with airfare costs and be ready to reserve your seat as soon as you see an unbeatable bargain. The best deals never last long.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Cairns?
Depending on where you're coming from, your flight to Cairns could be a piece of cake or it could go on forever. We've compiled some handy travel tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • The secret to having a worry-free travel experience is to pack in advance. Start with the essentials: passport, official ID, bank cards and daily medications. Next, bring items that'll help keep you occupied, like your laptop or a good book. You'll also want to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. Finally, don't forget to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, lip balm and a fresh set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Double-check that you don't have sharp objects (like a pocket knife) hiding in your hand luggage. Other restricted items include flammable or explosive substances, such as fuel and fireworks, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • The aisles of an aircraft are no place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfy clothing and choose shoes that are roomy, flat and easy to slip on and off.
  • The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers during long-distance flights. Reduce the risks by drinking water, keeping your ankles and legs moving and wearing compression socks to help your circulation.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Cairns?
It's simple — be prepared. We've compiled some useful tips for an easy trip through airport security. Look out Cairns, here you come:

  • Airport security personnel first need to verify that you have a valid ID and matching boarding pass before anything else. Have them within easy reach, ready for inspection.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
  • For just a few minutes, you'll need to unplug from the digital world. Your tablet, phone and any other electronics will also need to be sent through the scanner.
  • Don't forget to remove liquids and gels from your carry-on bag. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
  • Slip-on shoes are a great footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when going through security. Big boots and other heavy shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
  • Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.

Flights to Cairns information
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
CNS
Destination city name
Cairns
Return price
S$240

Trending flights to Cairns

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Singapore Airlines
Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
SIN
Singapore
CNS
Cairns
S$644 Return, found 5 days ago
S$644
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, 4 Mar from Singapore to Cairns, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at S$644 found 5 days ago
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