Cheap Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport

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Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿5,690 for one-way flights and ฿8,865 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Sun, 4 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿8,865 Return, found 15 hours ago
฿8,865
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 4 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at ฿8,865 found 15 hours ago
Jetstar
Tue, 6 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿9,040 Return, found 16 hours ago
฿9,040
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 6 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at ฿9,040 found 16 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿9,855 Return, found 4 days ago
฿9,855
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Fri, 13 Nov, priced at ฿9,855 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sun, 4 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿9,895 Return, found 15 hours ago
฿9,895
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 4 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at ฿9,895 found 15 hours ago
Jetstar
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿10,030 Return, found 4 days ago
฿10,030
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Fri, 13 Nov, priced at ฿10,030 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 6 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿10,070 Return, found 16 hours ago
฿10,070
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 6 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Thu, 15 Oct, priced at ฿10,070 found 16 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 10 Sept - Sat, 12 Sept
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿10,235 Return, found 2 days ago
฿10,235
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 10 Sept from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sat, 12 Sept, priced at ฿10,235 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿10,805 Return, found 4 days ago
฿10,805
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Fri, 13 Nov, priced at ฿10,805 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 10 Sept - Sat, 12 Sept
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿10,940 Return, found 2 days ago
฿10,940
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 10 Sept from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sat, 12 Sept, priced at ฿10,940 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿10,980 Return, found 4 days ago
฿10,980
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Fri, 13 Nov, priced at ฿10,980 found 4 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) uses the airport code: CNS.
How many terminals are there in CNS and how early should I arrive before my flight?
1, 2 and R are the 3 terminals at Cairns Airport. Each terminal should have plenty of services and facilities that'll help while away that spare time before your journey. If you don't want to be rushed or stressed, arrive 1.5-2 hours prior to departure time for domestic trips. If you're on an international flight, you should arrive 2-3 hours in advance. This will give you enough time to clear security and customs and then navigate to your gate. Arrive even earlier during peak periods, such as major public holidays.
Does CNS have a hotel?
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) doesn't have any hotels in the immediate surrounds, but you still have options. You're sure to find somewhere suitable to stay before you fly out if you look further afield.
Are there private lounges in Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
No. You won't find a private lounge to relax in at CNS, but that's not to say you can't have a nice time exploring the terminal. In no time, you'll be jetting off on your journey.
How many flights per day fly out of CNS?
On average, there are 61 flights that leave from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) per day. Choose your destination and find the best deal with Expedia.
How to find cheap flights from CNS with Expedia?
The cheapest one-way flight from Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) was to Brisbane (BNE) at ฿5,690. A simple way to find a cheap flight with Expedia is to enter your preferred dates and destination, and then sort your results by lowest price. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. You'll always pick up a bargain with Expedia, but our "Flexible dates" comparison tool makes it extra easy. First, enter your destination and flight dates. Then, click on the flexible dates box above the search results to compare the best prices for days surrounding your trip. If you want to refine your search and potentially score bigger savings, you can filter by airline preference, included baggage and more.
Where can you fly to from Cairns Airport?
Browse our international flight deals above to discover where you can fly to from Cairns Airport. Once you choose an offer, use our filters and sort by 'Price (Lowest)' to see the options that work best with your budget and plans. Browse our deals out of Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at the top of this page. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a business trip, we've got a range of top destinations at awesome prices.
What is the cancellation policy on flights and how do I cancel my flight on Expedia?
Most flights are free to cancel within 24 hours of making the reservation. However, some flights are non-refundable, and you may receive a flight credit from the airline to use for a future booking. For more information, please visit our Customer Service Portal.

Travel information

Cairns Intl. Airport Information

Airport Name
Airport Location
Airport Code
Latitude
Longitude
Altitude
Cairns Intl.Cairns, AUIATA: CNS, ICAO: YBCS, GPS Code: YBCS-16.885799145.7550053.05 meters

Cairns Intl., (CNS), offers flights from major airline carriers to a number of well-traveled global destinations. You will find useful information above about Cairns airport to assist you when planning your next trip. Booking flights from CNS is easy with Expedia, the world’s largest online travel source.

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