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 PKR 17,546 and round-trip from PKR 43,112. 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, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, the best time to buy is in May, with an average price of PKR 23,319. You’ll want to avoid September, when the average price can reach as high as PKR 34,817.

PKR 34,817
PKR 29,068
PKR 23,319
PKR 17,570
    Cheapest
  • PKR 25,378
    Nov
  • PKR 33,010
    Dec
  • PKR 24,419
    Jan
  • PKR 28,139
    Feb
  • PKR 25,650
    Mar
  • PKR 30,178
    Apr
  • PKR 23,319
    May
  • PKR 30,730
    Jun
  • PKR 27,316
    Jul
  • PKR 27,779
    Aug
  • PKR 34,817
    Sep
  • PKR 32,263
    Oct

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip 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 typically the cheapest month to find flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average price of PKR 51,765. In contrast, March is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching PKR 95,168.

PKR 95,168
PKR 73,467
PKR 51,765
PKR 30,064
    Cheapest
  • PKR 64,612
    Nov
  • PKR 84,522
    Dec
  • PKR 60,672
    Jan
  • PKR 59,252
    Feb
  • PKR 95,168
    Mar
  • PKR 72,090
    Apr
  • PKR 51,765
    May
  • PKR 83,850
    Jun
  • PKR 70,354
    Jul
  • PKR 82,494
    Aug
  • PKR 91,224
    Sep
  • PKR 76,921
    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 day to depart from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport is Thursday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Sunday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

PKR 44,784
PKR 39,628
PKR 34,471
PKR 29,315
    Cheapest
  • PKR 42,179
    Mon
  • PKR 38,028
    Tue
  • PKR 34,624
    Wed
  • PKR 34,471
    Thu
  • PKR 39,305
    Fri
  • PKR 37,170
    Sat
  • PKR 44,784
    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 PKR 21,682) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From PKR 21,682
Virgin Australia
From PKR 22,392
Qantas Airways
From PKR 33,211
Air Niugini
From PKR 121,021

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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

    - - - W - - S
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  2. JQ932

    14:55

    BNE

    2h 20m

    17:15

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ936

    14:50

    BNE

    2h 25m

    17:15

    CNS

    - M - - - - S
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  4. JQ930

    08:45

    BNE

    2h 30m

    11:15

    CNS

    S M T - T F S
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  5. VA771

    06:10

    BNE

    2h 25m

    08:35

    CNS

    S M T W T F -
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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 PKR 17,546
Cheapest return ticket price PKR 43,112

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 1 minute on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 12 daily flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 06:00, and the last departs at 20:50, with about 26 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 PKR 58,318 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Brisbane Airport (BNE) at 05:30 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 07:55.
  • The latest flight departs from Brisbane Airport (BNE) at 21:05 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 23:35.
    • 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 PKR 21,974, and round-trip fares start from PKR 43,112. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Thu, Dec 17; 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 2 hours, 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 PKR 45,010. 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 PKR 21,974. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 89 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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