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Flight to Cairns

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Popular airlines to Cairns

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  • Virgin Australia

  • Singapore Airlines

  • Cathay Pacific

  • Japan Airlines

  • Jetstar

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Cheap round-trip flights to Cairns

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$157 for one-way flights and S$255 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Fri, 4 Sept - Fri, 11 Sept
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$255 Return, found 4 days ago
S$255
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 4 Sept from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Fri, 11 Sept, priced at S$255 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 4 Sept - Fri, 11 Sept
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$268 Return, found 4 days ago
S$268
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 4 Sept from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Fri, 11 Sept, priced at S$268 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 4 Sept - Fri, 11 Sept
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$269 Return, found 4 days ago
S$269
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 4 Sept from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Fri, 11 Sept, priced at S$269 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 4 Sept - Fri, 11 Sept
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$282 Return, found 4 days ago
S$282
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 4 Sept from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Fri, 11 Sept, priced at S$282 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 4 Sept - Fri, 11 Sept
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$287 Return, found 4 days ago
S$287
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 4 Sept from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Fri, 11 Sept, priced at S$287 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 4 Sept - Fri, 11 Sept
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$300 Return, found 4 days ago
S$300
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 4 Sept from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Fri, 11 Sept, priced at S$300 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 25 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$314 Return, found 1 day ago
S$314
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 25 Aug from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 29 Aug, priced at S$314 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 25 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
S$433 Return, found 1 day ago
S$433
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 25 Aug from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 29 Aug, priced at S$433 found 1 day ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 31 Aug - Tue, 8 Sept
SIN
Singapore
CNS
Cairns
S$623 Return, found 3 days ago
S$623
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 31 Aug from Singapore to Cairns, returning Tue, 8 Sept, priced at S$623 found 3 days ago
Air Niugini
Tue, 4 May - Tue, 11 May
SIN
Singapore
CNS
Cairns
S$1,060 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,060
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Tue, 4 May from Singapore to Cairns, returning Tue, 11 May, priced at S$1,060 found 1 day ago

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
Mon, 31 Aug - Tue, 8 Sept
SIN
Singapore
CNS
Cairns
S$623 Return, found 3 days ago
S$623
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 31 Aug from Singapore to Cairns, returning Tue, 8 Sept, priced at S$623 found 3 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Cairns that have flexible change policies?
When it comes to travelling these days, flexibility is key. That's why we have a "No change fee" search function to help you track down flexible, affordable airfares to Cairns. It's on the left of your screen directly under the "Flexible change policies" subheading.
How can I find cheap tickets to Cairns?
Book ahead of time, fly to or from nearby airports, use frequent flyer miles — there's no shortage of ways! Another one is to use Expedia's "flexible dates" feature. Find your Cairns flight, then compare the cheapest prices for nearby dates. In the last seven days, the best price for a flight to Cairns was S$255.
How much is a flight to Cairns?
You could have locked in a return ticket to Cairns from anywhere between S$255 and S$1,060 in the last seven days. For one-way trips leaving from Brisbane (BNE), the lowest amount paid during this time was S$157.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Cairns?
Taking off on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is generally the best way to score the cheapest fare. Avoid weekends if possible, because Saturday is typically the most expensive day of the week. Spend the dollars you saved living it up in Cairns instead!
How much is a plane ticket to Cairns?
Plane tickets to Cairns ranged from S$255 to S$1,060 in the last seven days. Normally, the earlier you book the better the price.
What are the best things to do in Cairns?

  • Start off your Cairns break in the lively city of Lamb Range. There's so much to keep you on the go here, from impressive attractions like Copperlode Dam to amazing food, entertainment, shopping and more.
  • Lamb Range is known for its humid subtropical climate. But before you set off, see what the weather will be up to during your visit. Dry, wet, hot or cold, it's always a good idea to be ready for anything!
  • When you're ready to get out and experience more of this region, grab one of our low-priced car rentals and head toward Cairns. It's about 13 kilometres to the northeast of Lamb Range and is also the home of leading tourist attractions, including Cairns Cable Ski.

What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Cairns?
February is the most affordable month to secure a seat for your Cairns getaway. Airfares are priciest over December, so avoid this time if you can.

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Cairns Flights Information

Airlines serving
Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Jetstar, Air New Zealand, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Air Niugini
Roundtrip price
from S$255
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