Cheap Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport

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Popular airlines from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)

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Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿4,140 for one-way flights and ฿8,290 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Thu, 2 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
฿8,290 Return, found 1 day ago
฿8,290
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 2 Apr from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Thu, 9 Apr, priced at ฿8,290 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Thu, 2 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
฿8,475 Return, found 1 day ago
฿8,475
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 2 Apr from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Thu, 9 Apr, priced at ฿8,475 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Thu, 2 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
฿9,725 Return, found 1 day ago
฿9,725
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 2 Apr from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Thu, 9 Apr, priced at ฿9,725 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Sun, 28 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
฿9,920 Return, found 1 day ago
฿9,920
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 28 Jun from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Wed, 8 Jul, priced at ฿9,920 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 2 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
฿9,930 Return, found 1 day ago
฿9,930
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 2 Apr from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Thu, 9 Apr, priced at ฿9,930 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Sun, 28 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
฿10,020 Return, found 1 day ago
฿10,020
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 28 Jun from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Wed, 8 Jul, priced at ฿10,020 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿10,530 Return, found 3 days ago
฿10,530
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 3 Jun from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, 10 Jun, priced at ฿10,530 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 7 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun
CNS
Cairns
AKL
Auckland
฿17,930 Return, found 3 days ago
฿17,930
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 7 Jun from Cairns to Auckland, returning Tue, 16 Jun, priced at ฿17,930 found 3 days ago
Emirates
Sun, 7 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun
CNS
Cairns
AKL
Auckland
฿23,575 Return, found 3 days ago
฿23,575
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Sun, 7 Jun from Cairns to Auckland, returning Tue, 16 Jun, priced at ฿23,575 found 3 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
CNS
Cairns
MNL
Manila
฿28,395 Return, found 4 days ago
฿28,395
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, 11 Mar from Cairns to Manila, returning Wed, 18 Mar, priced at ฿28,395 found 4 days ago

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.

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 ฿4,140. 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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