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Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Cairns

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QF Return flights from $326
Dep. Mon 03 AugRet. Sun 09 Aug$326
Dep. Mon 03 AugRet. Mon 10 Aug$362
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Dep. Mon 03 AugRet. Tue 11 Aug$362
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Prices are from searches made in the last 24 hours and current prices may differ.

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Cheapest Brisbane to Cairns Return Prices

These are the cheapest prices for Brisbane to Cairns return airfares.

July 2026
$152
August 2026
$389
November 2026
$284
December 2026
$222
January 2027
$209
March 2027
$322

Average Brisbane to Cairns Return Prices

These are the average prices for Brisbane to Cairns return airfares.

July 2026
$528
August 2026
$473
September 2026
$545
October 2026
$581
November 2026
$476
December 2026
$596
January 2027
$423

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the cheapest time to travel from Brisbane to Cairns?

The cheapest month to travel is typically July.

How much do return flights from Brisbane to Cairns cost?

The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Cairns is $178.

What is the cheapest date to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?

Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Brisbane to Cairns is 13 July 2026.

What is the cheapest airline that flys from Brisbane to Cairns?

Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Brisbane to Cairns is Jetstar.

Which airlines fly direct from Brisbane to Cairns?

Jetstar, Qantas, Alliance Air Pty and Virgin Australia fly direct.

How long does a direct flight from Brisbane to Cairns take?

The shortest direct flight usually takes 2 hours and 15 minutes.

What is the IATA airport code for Cairns?

The IATA code for Cairns is CNS. It is located in Australia at coordinates -16.87469, 145.7537.

When should you book flights to Cairns?

From our data, you should book flights to Cairns 30 days out.

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