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C$ 98+ Direct flights from Cairns

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CNS — SYD
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult

Non-stop flights from Cairns

Cheapest flights from Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 May 2025.

Sat 31/53:35 p.m.CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 4/66:00 a.m.BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 177
Wed 2/79:00 p.m.CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 9/71:40 p.m.BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5C$ 207
Tue 26/84:10 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop2h 55mJetstar
Fri 29/87:45 p.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 214
Wed 28/59:30 p.m.CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 30/57:45 p.m.MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/5C$ 221
Fri 7/115:35 p.m.CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 9/118:10 a.m.SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5C$ 278

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sat 31/5

3:35 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 4/6

6:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

C$ 177

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Sat 7/6

6:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/6

6:10 a.m.-9:15 a.m.

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 197

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 2/7

9:00 p.m.-11:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Wed 9/7

10:40 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

C$ 207

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 28/5

9:30 p.m.-12:55 a.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

7:45 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 221

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Fri 7/11

5:35 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/11

8:10 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

Nonstop3h 05m

C$ 278

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 4/8

6:00 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 98

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Mon 1/9

1:50 p.m.-4:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

C$ 103

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Thu 24/7

7:00 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 103

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 6/6

9:30 p.m.-12:55 a.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 106

CairnsSydney

CNS - SYD

CNSSYD

Cairns

Mon 26/5

12:10 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

Nonstop2h 55m

C$ 130

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights from Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight from Cairns. Reviews last updated Cheapflights.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
476 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
402 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
446 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
476 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Cairns. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 18 May 2025.

  • Where can you fly direct from Cairns?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Cairns is Brisbane.

  • How much are direct flights from Cairns?

    On average, a one-way direct flight from Cairns will cost users approximately C$ 205. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Cairns, you can expect to pay around C$ 338.

  • How long is a direct flight from Cairns?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Cairns to last approximately 3h 27m on average. The quickest direct flight from Cairns at this time departs from Cairns (2h 05m), while the longest leaves from Cairns (4h 50m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct from Cairns?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Cairns, March is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, February offers travelers the most options.

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