Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Cairns

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Flight Info | Brisbane to Cairns

Cheapest one-way flight price	$43
Cheapest round-trip ticket price	$84
Off-season for travel	May
Peak season for travel	February
Flight distance	1,392.22 km
Average flight time	2 hours 29 minutes
Popular airline	Jetstar Airways

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Frequently Asked Questions

When are flight tickets from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Brisbane to Cairns based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $141.
How long does it take to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) and what is the distance?

It takes around 2 hours 29 minutes to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS).
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)?

Airlines with flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS): Air New Zealand, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar Airways.

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