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Cheapest return flight
$811
Typical prices: $842-$1,100
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Sat 13/10Tue 16/10
CNS - ABX • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 28% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,009 (return)
Brisbane (BNE)
Shortest trip • 5h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Albury (CNS-ABX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Albury

Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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18:10 - 09:45CNS  Cairns-ABX Albury
14h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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16:00 - 22:25ABX  Albury-CNS Cairns
7h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$811Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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06:00 - 14:35CNS  Cairns-ABX Albury
7h 35m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
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16:00 - 22:25ABX  Albury-CNS Cairns
7h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$826Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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11:20 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-ABX Albury
7h 50m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:25 - 20:20ABX  Albury-CNS Cairns
7h 55m2 stops Brisbane Townsville
$1,114Qantas Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Albury flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns to Albury?

Qantas Airways ($1,114) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairns to Albury in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Cairns to Albury flights

Low season

May
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Cairns to Albury

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairns to Albury based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairns to Albury flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Albury?

    Flights from Cairns to Albury usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Albury (ABX).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Albury?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Albury.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Albury pass through?

    Connecting flights from Cairns to Albury most commonly pass through:

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 83% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) – 17% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Albury?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Cairns to Albury route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $832 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,205, a difference of $373. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Albury?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cairns to Albury. Flights with 1 stopover take between 5h 46m and 7h 10m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Albury?

    No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Albury changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $811 to $1,114. That means the highest observed fare was about 37% higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cairns to Albury?

    Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 46m, compared to 7h 10m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • Which car hire options are available at Albury Airport (ABX)?

    Albury Airport (ABX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $41 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Albury flight?

    Return flights from Cairns to Albury range from $842 to $1,100, with an average of $1,032 over the past 12 months. Anything below $842 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Albury flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $832 – about $373 less than Friday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Albury trip for December. Fares historically average $748 return in that month – typically $457 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Albury Airport.
    - Albury Georgian Motel & Suites
    - Albury Manor House

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