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Cheapest return flight
$526
Typical prices: $761-$839
Qantas Airways
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TMW - CNS • 1 stop
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Recent return flight deals from Tamworth to Cairns

Sun, 11 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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09:50 - 14:50TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
5h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:30 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
6h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$526Qantas Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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09:50 - 14:50TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
5h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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11:00 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
9h 10m2 stops Townsville Sydney Kingsford Smith
$627Qantas Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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09:50 - 17:45TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
7h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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18:40 - 09:25CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
14h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$666Qantas Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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09:50 - 22:50TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
13h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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11:00 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
9h 10m2 stops Townsville Sydney Kingsford Smith
$730Qantas Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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13:35 - 22:50TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
9h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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06:00 - 13:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
7h 10m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$746Qantas Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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09:50 - 19:50TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
10h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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18:40 - 09:25CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
14h 45m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$770Qantas Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:30 - 23:05TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
12h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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10:55 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
8h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$989Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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07:10 - 08:35TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
26h 25m1 stop Brisbane
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10:55 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
8h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,017Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:30 - 23:05TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
12h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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06:00 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
13h 10m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,029Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Sun, 18 Apr
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13:35 - 22:50TMW  Tamworth-CNS Cairns
9h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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16:10 - 13:10CNS  Cairns-TMW Tamworth
21h 00m3 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,642Qantas Airways
1 day ago
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How much is a return flight from Tamworth to Cairns?

Return flights from Tamworth to Cairns typically range from $761 to $839. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $526 on Qantas Airways.

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Your Tamworth 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 Tamworth to Cairns?

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tamworth 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.

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

    Return flights from Tamworth to Cairns range from $761 to $839, with an average of $801 over the past 12 months. Anything below $761 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Tamworth 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 $526 to $1,642. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $70 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 Tamworth to Cairns?

    Flights from Tamworth to Cairns usually depart from Tamworth (TMW) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

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

    Most connecting flights from Tamworth to Cairns pass through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Tamworth to Cairns. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $690 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $850, a difference of $159.

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

  • What is the time difference between Tamworth and Cairns?

    Cairns is 1 hour behind Tamworth (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines fly more sustainably from Tamworth to Cairns?

    Qantas, Jetstar, Link Airways and Virgin Australia offer eco-friendly travel from Tamworth to Cairns. The airlines engage in carbon offsetting and have fuel-efficient aeroplanes that use sustainable fuels, reducing carbon emissions while plying this route. Link Airways and Qantas emit about 46% less carbon from Tamworth to Cairns against the average emission of roughly 538 kg.

  • Which airlines offer accessibility services from Tamworth to Cairns?

    Consider flying Virgin Australia from Tamworth to Cairns, offering wheelchair assistance to passengers with limited mobility. The airline offers special seating for the visually impaired and passengers with reduced mobility. Virgin Australia also provides visual cues and written communication for the hard of hearing and information in Braille format for the visually impaired. They offer communication support for passengers with speech difficulties too.

Your guide to booking Tamworth 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $690, about $159 less than Saturday fares (19% savings) 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
  • Regional Express (REX) Airlines offers seat selection options to passengers flying from Tamworth Regional Airport (TMW) to Cairns. You can select and reserve a seat based on your preference, including an aisle seat for easy access to lavatories or a window seat with an outside view. If you are flying with family from Tamworth to Cairns, REX offers a family seat section where you can sit together.
  • Cairns Airport (CNS) is a hub for QantasLink and Skytrans Airlines and a focus city for Jetstar. By these airlines, you can easily connect to various domestic and international destinations, including Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Townsville. Since flights from Tamworth to Cairns have stopovers, you can enjoy luggage transfer services by QantasLink and Skytrans Airlines.
  • Consider flying business class on Qantas. The airline’s business class features services and amenities like lie-flat beds, access to Cairns Airport Qantas Club Lounge, priority boarding and check-in, upgraded dining options, increased luggage allowance and enhanced in-flight services. If you have an Economy ticket but are a frequent flyer on Qantas, you can upgrade to business class using your miles to enjoy the premium services.

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