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Flights from Brisbane to Cairns Starting at NZD 62

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  • One way
  • Round-trip
      • Cheapest nonstop
        BNE14:50
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        CNS17:15
        Wed, Apr 2|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 62NZD 191
        68% OFF
        68% OFF
        NZD 191NZD 62

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Wed, Apr 2, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 62 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE19:00
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS21:20
        Tue, Mar 11|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 95NZD 191
        50% OFF
        50% OFF
        NZD 191NZD 95

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Tue, Mar 11, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 95 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE06:00
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS08:20
        Fri, Mar 7|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 99NZD 191
        48% OFF
        48% OFF
        NZD 191NZD 99

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Fri, Mar 7, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 99 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE06:00
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS08:20
        Mon, Feb 10|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 100
        NZD 100

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Mon, Feb 10, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 100 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE08:50
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        CNS11:15
        Thu, Feb 13|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 100
        NZD 100

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Thu, Feb 13, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 100 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE14:55
        2h 15m
        Nonstop
        CNS17:10
        Tue, Feb 11|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 100
        NZD 100

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Tue, Feb 11, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 100 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE19:00
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS21:20
        Tue, Feb 18|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 100
        NZD 100

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Tue, Feb 18, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 100 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE06:00
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS08:20
        Fri, Feb 14|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 100
        NZD 100

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Fri, Feb 14, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 100 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE06:00
        2h 20m
        Nonstop
        CNS08:20
        Sun, Feb 2|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 100
        NZD 100

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Sun, Feb 2, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 100 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE14:40
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        CNS17:05
        Sat, Apr 5|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 107
        NZD 107

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Brisbane to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Brisbane Airport on Sat, Apr 5, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 107 including taxes and charges.

      • BNE01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        CNS02:00 pm
        Tue, Jan 14|Brisbane - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
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Airlines Flying from Brisbane to Cairns

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Jetstar Airways
From NZD 62
Virgin Australia
From NZD 127
Qantas Airways
From NZD 278
Air Niugini
From NZD 743

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Alternative Routes from Brisbane to Cairns

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? Check out these alternative flights from Brisbane to Cairns.

  • Cheapest
    Jetstar Airways
    BNE
    14:50
    2h 25m
    Nonstop
    CNS
    17:15
    Brisbane Airport - Cairns Airport
    Wed, Apr 2Jetstar Airways
    NZD 62
  • Jetstar Airways
    BNE
    14:50
    2h 25m
    Nonstop
    CNS
    17:15
    Brisbane Airport - Cairns Airport
    Wed, Apr 2Jetstar Airways
    NZD 62
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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Brisbane to Cairns based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 297.

  • How long does it take to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 2 hours 23 minutes to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cairns?

    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)?

    Airlines with flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS): United Airlines, Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, Emirates and Jetstar Airways.

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Flight Information from Brisbane to Cairns

Cheapest nonstop flight priceNZD 61
Cheapest round-trip ticket priceNZD 171
Off-season for travelJanuary
Peak season for travelOctober
Flight distance1,392.22 km
Average flight time2 hours 23 minutes
Popular airlineJetstar Airways

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