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Cheapest one-way flight
$412
Typical prices: $422-$494
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Fri 28/9
CNS - CFS • 1 stop
Top stopover airports
Brisbane (BNE)
Cheapest • Avg $827 (return)
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Shortest trip • 6h 32m (one-way)
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What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cairns to Coffs Harbour?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the most popular stopover for the Cairns to Coffs Harbour route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via SYD.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cairns to Coffs Harbour?

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $827. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cairns to Coffs Harbour, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) had the shortest average connection time for Cairns to Coffs Harbour stopovers at 265 minutes over the past 3 months.

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

    Flights from Cairns to Coffs Harbour usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Coffs Harbour (CFS).

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Coffs Harbour.

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

    One-stop flights from Cairns to Coffs Harbour most commonly connect through:

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Melbourne (MEL) – 25% of one-stop connections

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Cairns to Coffs Harbour route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $828 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,084, a difference of $257. 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 Coffs Harbour?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cairns to Coffs Harbour. Flights with 1 stopover take between 6h 24m and 12h 09m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Coffs Harbour?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Coffs Harbour looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Coffs Harbour are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $864, which is 91% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 24m, compared to 6h 32m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 12h 09m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • Which car hire options are available at Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)?

    Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $38 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Avis

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