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Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from INR 5,731 and round-trip from INR 13,179. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Brisbane to Cairns are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport are usually in May, with an average price of INR 7,860. It is best to avoid September, when the average price can reach INR 11,735.

INR 11,735
INR 9,798
INR 7,860
INR 5,923
    Cheapest
  • INR 9,596
    Nov
  • INR 11,126
    Dec
  • INR 8,231
    Jan
  • INR 9,484
    Feb
  • INR 8,645
    Mar
  • INR 10,172
    Apr
  • INR 7,860
    May
  • INR 10,357
    Jun
  • INR 9,207
    Jul
  • INR 9,363
    Aug
  • INR 11,735
    Sep
  • INR 10,874
    Oct

What is the cheapest month to fly return from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly return fares from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, May is often the month to find the lowest fares from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average price of INR 17,447. March is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching INR 32,075.

INR 32,075
INR 24,761
INR 17,447
INR 10,133
    Cheapest
  • INR 19,532
    Nov
  • INR 28,487
    Dec
  • INR 20,449
    Jan
  • INR 19,970
    Feb
  • INR 32,075
    Mar
  • INR 24,297
    Apr
  • INR 17,447
    May
  • INR 28,261
    Jun
  • INR 23,712
    Jul
  • INR 27,804
    Aug
  • INR 30,746
    Sep
  • INR 25,926
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport is Thursday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Sunday as prices are typically highest on that day.

INR 15,119
INR 13,391
INR 11,663
INR 9,935
    Cheapest
  • INR 14,329
    Mon
  • INR 12,931
    Tue
  • INR 11,840
    Wed
  • INR 11,663
    Thu
  • INR 13,170
    Fri
  • INR 12,589
    Sat
  • INR 15,119
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport is Jetstar Airways (from INR 6,914) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From INR 6,914
Virgin Australia
From INR 8,195
Qantas Airways
From INR 11,081
Air Niugini
From INR 40,789

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What is the flight schedule from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Brisbane to Cairns and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ928

    06:00

    BNE

    2h 30m

    08:30

    CNS

    - - - - - F S
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  2. JQ936

    14:50

    BNE

    2h 20m

    17:10

    CNS

    - - - - - F -
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  3. JQ932

    14:55

    BNE

    2h 20m

    17:15

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  4. JQ930

    08:45

    BNE

    2h 30m

    11:15

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  5. VA799

    20:40

    BNE

    2h 25m

    23:05

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
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About Brisbane Airport and Cairns Airport

Learn about Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Cairns Airport (CNS) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 1,394.9km
Cheapest one-way ticket price INR 5,731
Cheapest return ticket price INR 13,179

FAQs for Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport takes about 2 hours 2 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 13 daily flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 06:05, and the last departs at 20:40, with about 16 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around INR 23,316 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 7449 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport currently start from INR 6,914, and round-trip fares start from INR 13,179. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Fri, Jan 8; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 1 hour 57 minutes, and around 87 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport is INR 14,783. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways and IndiGo are the most popular budget airlines flying from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, with one-way fares starting from INR 6,914. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 87 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Brisbane Airport and Cairns Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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