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 ฿5,725 for one-way flights and ฿6,026 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 3 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿6,026 Return, found 3 days ago
฿6,026
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 2 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Mon, 3 Nov, priced at ฿6,026 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 3 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿6,977 Return, found 3 days ago
฿6,977
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 2 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Mon, 3 Nov, priced at ฿6,977 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 3 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿8,119 Return, found 3 days ago
฿8,119
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 2 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Mon, 3 Nov, priced at ฿8,119 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 3 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿8,160 Return, found 3 days ago
฿8,160
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 2 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Mon, 3 Nov, priced at ฿8,160 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, 5 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿8,590 Return, found 3 days ago
฿8,590
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 5 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Tue, 11 Nov, priced at ฿8,590 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 3 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿8,669 Return, found 3 days ago
฿8,669
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 2 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Mon, 3 Nov, priced at ฿8,669 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 3 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿9,070 Return, found 3 days ago
฿9,070
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 2 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Mon, 3 Nov, priced at ฿9,070 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, 5 Nov - Thu, 6 Nov
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿9,130 Return, found 3 days ago
฿9,130
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 5 Nov from Cairns to Sydney, returning Thu, 6 Nov, priced at ฿9,130 found 3 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
฿9,170 Return, found 3 days ago
฿9,170
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 6 Dec from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at ฿9,170 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 29 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan
CNS
Cairns
DPS
Bali
฿32,910 Return, found 3 days ago
฿32,910
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 29 Dec from Cairns to Bali, returning Sat, 3 Jan, priced at ฿32,910 found 3 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 ฿3,220 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
฿3,220
฿3,542 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is ฿3,463 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,463
฿3,809 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,034 reviews)
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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is ฿2,419 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿2,419
฿2,661 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,020 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.

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 Sydney (SYD) at ฿5,725. 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.

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
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