CBR - CNS

$239 Find Cheap Flights from Canberra to Cairns – Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Canberra to Cairns departing on 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$487
Typical prices: $551-$672
Jetstar
Mon 7/9Tue 15/9
CBR - CNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$236
Typical prices: $260-$277
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/11
CBR - CNS • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Canberra and Cairns. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Melbourne (MEL)
Cheapest • Avg $575 (return)
Brisbane (BNE)
Shortest trip • 5h 13m (one-way)
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
September
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Cheap Flights from Canberra to Cairns (CBR-CNS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Canberra to Cairns that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Canberra to Cairns

Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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16:15 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 45m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$487Jetstar
Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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16:15 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$501Jetstar
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 - 18:35CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
7h 10m1 stop Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 16:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$529Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Jetstar Logo
12:25 - 18:35CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
7h 10m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 16:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 30m1 stop Brisbane
$534Jetstar
Sat, 5 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:20 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 40m1 stop Brisbane
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20:55 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
18h 35m1 stop Brisbane
$534Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:15 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:55 - 18:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
4h 35m1 stop Brisbane
$537Multiple Airlines
Sat, 29 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
Virgin Australia Logo
06:20 - 11:10CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
4h 50m1 stop Brisbane
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11:50 - 18:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
6h 40m1 stop Brisbane
$574Virgin Australia
Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
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08:40 - 16:10CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
7h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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09:20 - 18:30CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
9h 10m1 stop Brisbane
$575Virgin Australia
Sun, 27 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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07:15 - 13:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
5h 45m1 stop Melbourne
Virgin Australia Logo
11:50 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
5h 00m1 stop Brisbane
$575Virgin Australia
Sat, 5 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Jetstar Logo
16:20 - 09:00CBR  Canberra-CNS Cairns
16h 40m1 stop Brisbane
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19:10 - 12:05CNS  Cairns-CBR Canberra
16h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Melbourne
$664Jetstar
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Canberra to Cairns flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Canberra to Cairns to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Canberra to Cairns?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Canberra to Cairns departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Cairns from Canberra usually cost between $539 and $639 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $487 on Jetstar (7 Sept–15 Sept).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Cairns?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Canberra to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Canberra to Cairns is November, where tickets cost $515 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $651 and $622 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Canberra to Cairns?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Canberra to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Canberra to Cairns, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$239
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Canberra to Cairns

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Canberra to Cairns based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Canberra to Cairns

  • What is the cheapest flight from Canberra to Cairns?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Canberra to Cairns was $239 for a one-way ticket and $487 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Canberra to Cairns?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Canberra to Cairns, Virgin Australia or Jetstar?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Canberra to Cairns are Virgin Australia and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $580 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $537 and an overall rating of 6.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Canberra to Cairns?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Canberra to Cairns.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Canberra to Cairns?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Canberra is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Canberra to Cairns?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Canberra with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Canberra to Cairns?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Canberra up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Other airlines flying from Canberra to Cairns

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Canberra to Cairns according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.
Jetstar flights from Canberra to Cairns