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Cheapest return flight
$480
Typical prices: $690-$842
Virgin Australia
Fri 30/11Fri 7/12
GLT - CNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$291
Typical prices: $238-$396
Virgin Australia
Sun 18/11
GLT - CNS • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 39% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Gladstone to Cairns (GLT-CNS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gladstone to Cairns

Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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13:00 - 23:05GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
10h 05m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 12:15CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
6h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$480Virgin Australia
Tue, 10 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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18:40 - 23:05GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
4h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 17:55CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
11h 55m1 stop Brisbane
$501Virgin Australia
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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09:35 - 16:40GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
7h 05m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 12:15CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
6h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$548Virgin Australia
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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18:40 - 23:05GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
4h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 17:55CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
11h 55m1 stop Brisbane
$565Virgin Australia
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 08:20GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
19h 20m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:00 - 12:15CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
6h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$663Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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18:40 - 23:05GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
4h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 11:05CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
5h 05m1 stop Brisbane
$717Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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18:40 - 23:05GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
4h 25m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 09:45CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
15h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$835Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
13:00 - 08:35GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
19h 35m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 17:55CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
11h 55m1 stop Brisbane
$874Virgin Australia
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:35 - 14:00GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
4h 25m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 09:45CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
15h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$888Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
18:40 - 23:05GLT  Gladstone-CNS Cairns
4h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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15:45 - 12:15CNS  Cairns-GLT Gladstone
20h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$892Virgin Australia
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Gladstone to Cairns flights

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How much is a return flight from Gladstone to Cairns?

Return flights from Gladstone to Cairns typically range from $690 to $842. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $480 on Virgin Australia.

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Cheapest flight

$291
One-way flight from Gladstone to Cairns

When to book flights from Gladstone to Cairns

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Your Gladstone to Cairns flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $480 to $2,736. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Gladstone to Cairns are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $420, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    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

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

    Flights from Gladstone to Cairns usually depart from Gladstone (GLT) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

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

    Most connecting flights from Gladstone to Cairns pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Gladstone to Cairns. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $801 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,061, a difference of $260.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in 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.

Your guide to booking Gladstone to Cairns 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $801, about $260 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Gladstone to Cairns trip for January. Fares historically average $504 return in that month – typically $557 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairns Airport.

    • Cairns Harbourside Hotel
    • Cairns Sheridan Hotel

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