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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Coolangatta to Cairns:

• Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 08:57
• Latest: departs at 18:30 and lands at 20:57.

The flight takes about 2h 27m.

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

A direct flight from Coolangatta to Cairns takes 2h 27m, covering 2,387 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Coolangatta to Cairns range from $239 to $373, with an average of $288 over the past 12 months. Anything below $239 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 71% above the $288 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Jetstar is the only airline operating Coolangatta to Cairns flights. 97% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $34–$143 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Coolangatta to Cairns flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $179 to $1,669. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Coolangatta to Cairns are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $134.

Cairns Airport (CNS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Simba Car Hire
• Europcar
• Ace Rental Cars

Flights from Coolangatta to Cairns usually depart from Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Coolangatta to Cairns route, 3% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 26m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Coolangatta to Cairns. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $257 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $353, a difference of $96.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Jetstar operates flights between Coolangatta and Cairns.

Some of the most popular sights in Cairns are Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Hotel Casino, and Cairns Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Cairns on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• IndiGo: a cabin bag in Economy class class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.