Cheap Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) from HK$744~

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Find Cheap Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at HK$744 for one-way flights and HK$1,816 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Sat, 16 May - Tue, 19 May
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,816 Return, found 4 days ago
HK$1,816
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, 16 May from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at HK$1,816 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 25 May - Mon, 1 Jun
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,834 Return, found 2 hours ago
HK$1,834
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 25 May from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 1 Jun, priced at HK$1,834 found 2 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 25 May - Mon, 1 Jun
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,884 Return, found 2 hours ago
HK$1,884
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 25 May from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 1 Jun, priced at HK$1,884 found 2 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,886 Return, found 4 days ago
HK$1,886
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 22 Apr from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, 26 Apr, priced at HK$1,886 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 23 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,896 Return, found 1 day ago
HK$1,896
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 23 Apr from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Wed, 29 Apr, priced at HK$1,896 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,925 Return, found 4 days ago
HK$1,925
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 22 Apr from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, 26 Apr, priced at HK$1,925 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,928 Return, found 4 days ago
HK$1,928
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Wed, 22 Apr from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Sun, 26 Apr, priced at HK$1,928 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 25 May - Mon, 1 Jun
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,934 Return, found 2 hours ago
HK$1,934
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 25 May from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Mon, 1 Jun, priced at HK$1,934 found 2 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 23 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,936 Return, found 1 day ago
HK$1,936
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 23 Apr from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Wed, 29 Apr, priced at HK$1,936 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Thu, 23 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
HK$1,939 Return, found 1 day ago
HK$1,939
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 23 Apr from Brisbane to Cairns, returning Wed, 29 Apr, priced at HK$1,939 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From HK$1,085 - HK$1,427 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from BNE to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Round-trip journeys from BNE to Cairns Airport start from HK$1,816. This is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CNS?
Most flights can be conveniently canceled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do have to cancel your escape, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Brisbane Airport to CNS flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from BNE to CNS?
A flight distance of just 1,400 kilometers separates Brisbane and Cairns. Once you're up in the air, you won't have time to do much more than read the in-flight magazine.
Which airlines fly direct from BNE to CNS?
Many savvy travelers choose to fly with Virgin Australia (VA) from BNE to Cairns Airport. It offers 147 flights a month, so you can pick a flight time that works for you. Qantas (QF) is also worth checking out. It offers 143 flights each month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a good deal from Brisbane to Cairns.
Are Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CNS flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CNS cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines release prices so far in advance.

Travel information

Origin airport
Brisbane
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
HK$1,816
Distance
1384 km
Average flight time
2 hours 28 mins

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