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Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿3,918 for one-way flights and ฿7,630 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Thu, 29 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿7,630 Return, found 2 days ago
฿7,630
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 29 Jan from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 4 Feb, priced at ฿7,630 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Thu, 29 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿7,700 Return, found 2 days ago
฿7,700
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 29 Jan from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 4 Feb, priced at ฿7,700 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 28 May - Wed, 3 Jun
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿8,145 Return, found 2 days ago
฿8,145
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 May from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 3 Jun, priced at ฿8,145 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Thu, 7 May - Mon, 18 May
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿8,180 Return, found 3 days ago
฿8,180
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 7 May from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Mon, 18 May, priced at ฿8,180 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Thu, 28 May - Wed, 3 Jun
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿8,215 Return, found 2 days ago
฿8,215
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 28 May from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 3 Jun, priced at ฿8,215 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Thu, 29 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿8,495 Return, found 2 days ago
฿8,495
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 29 Jan from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 4 Feb, priced at ฿8,495 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 28 May - Wed, 3 Jun
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
฿8,940 Return, found 2 days ago
฿8,940
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 May from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 3 Jun, priced at ฿8,940 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sat, 24 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
CNS
Cairns
AKL
Auckland
฿20,805 Return, found 2 days ago
฿20,805
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 24 Jan from Cairns to Auckland, returning Mon, 2 Feb, priced at ฿20,805 found 2 days ago
Emirates
Sat, 24 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
CNS
Cairns
AKL
Auckland
฿22,770 Return, found 2 days ago
฿22,770
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sat, 24 Jan from Cairns to Auckland, returning Mon, 2 Feb, priced at ฿22,770 found 2 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Sun, 26 Apr - Sat, 2 May
CNS
Cairns
MNL
Manila
฿25,805 Return, found 4 days ago
฿25,805
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sun, 26 Apr from Cairns to Manila, returning Sat, 2 May, priced at ฿25,805 found 4 days ago

Top Trending Hotels Near Cairns Intl. Airport, Cairns

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,554 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
฿3,554
฿3,909 total
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
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8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿2,785 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
฿2,785
฿3,064 total
23 Dec - 24 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is ฿2,485 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
฿2,485
฿2,733 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,037 reviews)
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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.

Cairns Intl. Airport

Current conditions at Cairns Airport

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Airport information

Name: Cairns Airport
Location: Cairns, Australia
  • Longitude: -16.876538
  • Latitude: 145.754041
Airport Codes:
  • IATA: CNS
  • ICAO: YBCS
CNS Wikipedia information

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 Melbourne (MEL) at ฿3,918. 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.
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