RM470 Cheap Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

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Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Cairns (BNE-CNS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at RM470 for one-way flights and RM939 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Sat, 26 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM939 Return, found 2 days ago
RM939
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 28 Jul, priced at RM939 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 24 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM941 Return, found 4 days ago
RM941
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 24 Jul from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 28 Jul, priced at RM941 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 12 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM978 Return, found 1 day ago
RM978
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 12 Aug from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 16 Aug, priced at RM978 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 24 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM980 Return, found 4 days ago
RM980
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 24 Jul from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 28 Jul, priced at RM980 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 12 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM996 Return, found 1 day ago
RM996
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 12 Aug from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 16 Aug, priced at RM996 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Sat, 26 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM1,057 Return, found 2 days ago
RM1,057
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 26 Jul from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 28 Jul, priced at RM1,057 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 12 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM1,073 Return, found 1 day ago
RM1,073
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 12 Aug from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 16 Aug, priced at RM1,073 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 12 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM1,074 Return, found 1 day ago
RM1,074
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 12 Aug from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sat, 16 Aug, priced at RM1,074 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Thu, 24 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM1,075 Return, found 4 days ago
RM1,075
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 24 Jul from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 28 Jul, priced at RM1,075 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 22 Jul - Thu, 24 Jul
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
RM1,076 Return, found 4 days ago
RM1,076
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 22 Jul from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Thu, 24 Jul, priced at RM1,076 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From RM 390 - RM 623 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Brisbane to Cairns route information
Origin airport
Brisbane
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Return price
RM939
Distance
1384 km
Average flight time
2 hours 28 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from BNE to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Round-trip journeys from BNE to Cairns Airport start from RM939. This is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year --- make your booking ASAP so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CNS?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do have to cancel your escape, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Brisbane Airport to CNS flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from BNE to CNS?
A flight distance of just 1,400 kilometres separates Brisbane and Cairns. Once you're up in the air, you won't have time to do much more than read the in-flight magazine.
Which airlines fly direct from BNE to CNS?
Many savvy travellers choose to fly with Virgin Australia (VA) from BNE to Cairns Airport. It offers 147 flights a month, so you can pick a flight time that works for you. Qantas (QF) is also worth checking out. It offers 143 flights each month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a good deal from Brisbane to Cairns.
Are Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CNS flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CNS cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually --- as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines release prices so far in advance.

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