What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Brisbane?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Brisbane

How many flights depart from Cairns to Brisbane on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 288 flights per week flying from Cairns to Brisbane. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Cairns to Brisbane on average per day?

As of August 2025, 41 flights take off from Cairns and land in Brisbane each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 09:00, with 51% of daily flights taking off at midday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Brisbane Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Brisbane Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Brisbane Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

£42 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Brisbane (CNS-BNE) in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Brisbane?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £98 to £174. The lowest price recently found on this route was £88.

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06:00 - 08:10CNS-BNE

2h 10mdirect

18:35 - 20:55BNE-CNS

2h 20mdirect

£88Jetstar

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Tue, 9 Sep - Sat, 13 Sep

06:00 - 08:10CNS-BNE

2h 10mdirect

18:35 - 20:55BNE-CNS

2h 20mdirect

£102Jetstar

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Tue, 9 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep

06:00 - 08:10CNS-BNE

2h 10mdirect

18:40 - 21:00BNE-CNS

2h 20mdirect

£108Jetstar

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Thu, 23 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct

06:00 - 08:10CNS-BNE

2h 10mdirect

18:35 - 20:55BNE-CNS

2h 20mdirect

£111Jetstar

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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct

06:00 - 08:20CNS-BNE

2h 20mdirect

08:35 - 11:00BNE-CNS

2h 25mdirect

£116Virgin Australia

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Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

17:20 - 19:40CNS-BNE

2h 20mdirect

20:40 - 23:05BNE-CNS

2h 25mdirect

£123Virgin Australia

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Thu, 18 Dec - Wed, 24 Dec

06:00 - 08:10CNS-BNE

2h 10mdirect

06:05 - 08:35BNE-CNS

2h 30mdirect

£210Qantas Airways

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Sun, 7 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep

14:50 - 17:10CNS-BNE

2h 20mdirect

18:35 - 21:00BNE-CNS

2h 25mdirect

£223Qantas Airways

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Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

06:00 - 08:15CNS-BNE

2h 15mdirect

07:15 - 13:50BNE-CNS

6h 35m1 stop

£258

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Wed, 29 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct

06:00 - 08:15CNS-BNE

2h 15mdirect

07:15 - 13:50BNE-CNS

6h 35m1 stop

£266

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Jetstar flights from Cairns to Brisbane

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Jetstar

9 Sept

CNS06:00Cairns

2h 10m

BNE08:10Brisbane

13 Sept

BNE18:35Brisbane

2h 20m

CNS20:55Cairns

£88

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Jetstar

9 Sept

CNS06:00Cairns

2h 10m

BNE08:10Brisbane

9 Sept

BNE18:35Brisbane

2h 20m

CNS20:55Cairns

£102

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Jetstar

23 Oct

CNS06:00Cairns

2h 10m

BNE08:10Brisbane

29 Oct

BNE18:40Brisbane

2h 20m

CNS21:00Cairns

£108

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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Brisbane

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Virgin Australia

13 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

2h 20m

BNE08:20Brisbane

15 Feb

BNE08:35Brisbane

2h 25m

CNS11:00Cairns

£116

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Virgin Australia

18 Dec

CNS17:20Cairns

2h 20m

BNE19:40Brisbane

24 Dec

BNE20:40Brisbane

2h 25m

CNS23:05Cairns

£123

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Virgin Australia

24 Oct

CNS06:00Cairns

2h 15m

BNE08:15Brisbane

26 Oct

BNE08:35Brisbane

2h 25m

CNS11:00Cairns

£128

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Tue 9/9

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sat 13/9

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

£88

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CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Tue 9/9

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Tue 9/9

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

£102

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CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 23/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 29/10

18:40-21:00

Nonstop2h 20m

£108

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CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 8/10

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Wed 8/10

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

£111

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 13/2

06:00-08:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 15/2

08:35-11:00

Nonstop2h 25m

£116

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Thu 18/12

17:20-19:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Wed 24/12

20:40-23:05

Nonstop2h 25m

£123

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Sun 7/9

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 14/9

06:05-08:35

Nonstop2h 30m

£210

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Fri 13/2

14:50-17:10

Nonstop2h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 15/2

18:35-21:00

Nonstop2h 25m

£223

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 31/10

07:15-13:50

1 stop6h 35m

£258

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 31/10

07:15-13:50

1 stop6h 35m

£266

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Brisbane?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Brisbane?

If you aren’t able to travel to Brisbane during the month of March, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £108.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Brisbane?

The cheapest day to depart from Cairns to Brisbane is on a Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for Brisbane on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as £117. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Cairns because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £1,461.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Brisbane?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Brisbane is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as £210. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are £1,198 on average. Flights to Brisbane from Cairns in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Brisbane?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Brisbane from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Brisbane for around £122 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Brisbane from Cairns for as low as £88 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Brisbane flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Brisbane flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cairns to Brisbane flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Cairns to Brisbane flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cairns to Brisbane according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	£112
Fastest flight time	2h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Brisbane	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Brisbane from Cairns in the past 72 hours is £112. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Brisbane found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £117.

The fastest flight from Cairns to Brisbane takes 2h 10m

Direct flights go from Cairns to Brisbane every day.

There is 1 airport near Brisbane: Brisbane (BNE)

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How far is Cairns to Brisbane by plane?
The straight-line distance from Cairns to Brisbane is 862.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Brisbane Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Brisbane Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Brisbane Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Brisbane?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cairns to Brisbane is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 26.69% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 21.31%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 17.47%, and Embraer 190 at 14.97%.

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