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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Cairns?
Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Tue., 14 Oct. - Tue., 21 Oct.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$187 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$187
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Thu., 20 Nov. - Tue., 9 Dec.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$192 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$192
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Sun., 1 Jun. - Tue., 3 Jun.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$192 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$192
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Fri., 22 Aug. - Sun., 24 Aug.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$194 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$194
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Fri., 22 Aug. - Sun., 24 Aug.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$200 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$200
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Mon., 2 Jun. - Wed., 4 Jun.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$201 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$201
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Tue., 3 Jun. - Thu., 5 Jun.
OOL
Gold Coast
CNS
Cairns
AU$222 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$222
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Sun., 11 May - Tue., 13 May
SYD
Sydney
CNS
Cairns
AU$224 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$224
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Tue., 3 Jun. - Thu., 5 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
AU$250 Return, found 19 hours ago
AU$250
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Wed., 15 Oct. - Wed., 22 Oct.
BNE
Brisbane
CNS
Cairns
AU$292 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$292
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Sat., 17 May - Mon., 19 May
ADL
Adelaide
CNS
Cairns
AU$352 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$352
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Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight
Score Epic Cairns Accommodation Deals
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is AU$63 per night from 15 May to 16 May
AU$63
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this holiday park in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Convenient location,friendly staff,quiet complex, good amenities."
Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025
Aspect Central
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$126 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Shops accross the road"
Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025
Hides Hotel Cairns
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$116 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Not the first time I stayed at Hides and definitely won't be the last. I always opt to stay at Hides whenever I'm needing a room in the city area/s. Always my first preference. Although!!! take note of the times for free parking, otherwise that parking spot will chew at your holiday budget!"
Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025
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Comfort Inn Cairns City
183-185 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$113 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (499 reviews)
"It’s a nice place and central"
Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotels With Airport Transportation
Reef Palms Motel
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (830 reviews)
Great stay
"Motel has everything you need , clean and staff friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$200 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are ...
7.8/10 Good! (399 reviews)
"Perfect stay for a few nights to be able to visit cairns. Pool was lush, right next to the bar which does turn into a club. Can be very loud even in the "quiet rooms"."
Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
141 SHERIDAN STREET,141, Cairns, Queensland
Stay at this hostel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping ...
7.4/10 Good! (85 reviews)
"The hostel is really nice. They have a free bus to the esplanade and free breakfast."
Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2018
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Cairns City Palms
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$129 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (435 reviews)
"Comfortable and convenient. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Score Epic Cairns Accommodation Deals
Cascade Gardens
175 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$247 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$247
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (564 reviews)
"Very close to CBD, easy to walk to tourist friendly markets, dining, entertainment & the cairns Esplanade. Kitchenette & room were also great size.."
Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
62 Abbott Street, 62, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy room service, in-room massages, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (794 reviews)
"Great location"
Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025
181 The Esplanade
181 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (340 reviews)
"This properly was clean and neat. The 2 bedroom is a large unit with a large kitchen and sitting area. I do recommend getting some more AC in the bedrooms, but the living area was comfortable."
Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025
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Inn Cairns Boutique Apartments
71 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (836 reviews)
Centrally located- no frills
"Hotel is as advertised, in need of renovation but we always had the pool to ourselves and apartment was very spacious. So if you are on a budget and after a no frills place to stay in central Cairns I highly recommend."
Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family Friendly Hotels in
Cairns Plaza Hotel
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$228 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$228
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great Value
"Excellent stay at Cairns Plaza Hotel for a short family trip to Cairns. Wonderful city and sea views from our balcony which was perfect for enjoying a drink after a day of exploring. Comfortable beds and helpful staff, and the pool was a highlight. Only downside was awkward layout/door placement ..."
Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is AU$63 per night from 15 May to 16 May
AU$63
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this holiday park in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Convenient location,friendly staff,quiet complex, good amenities."
Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
23-51 Anderson Road, Woree, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (721 reviews)
Families like: Kids' swimming pool, free water park access, kitchen, playground
Travellers say...
"A favourite family getaway for us. An amazing place for children to experience and heaps of extra activities for the school holidays! They really know their audience!"
Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$184 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$184
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"The property although excellent value for our ten day stay was a little tired and dated. Not much need be done to bring the hotel up to a better standard that people would be pleased to pay more for. Did not eat in the restaurant buy enjoyed happy hour on a few days. It should be made clearer that ..."
Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Cairns Flights
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Flights to Cairns start as low as AU$187. Once you’ve snagged your flight, it’s time to build that itinerary. If your flight touches down in a bustling city, you’ll want a head start, so you can get from jet-way to getaway as quickly as possible. Flying for business? Squeeze in some sightseeing and a snack at a locally loved restaurant between meetings—you’ll have plenty of cash thanks to our cheap business class flights to Cairns. You know what they say about all work and no play, after all.
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cairns?
Virgin Australia, Jetstar, Qantas Airways
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