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Qantas Airways
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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
BNECairnsApril 8 to April 10AU$192
OOLCairnsApril 24 to April 26AU$211
SYDCairnsApril 8 to April 13AU$224
MELCairnsApril 28 to April 30AU$250
ADLCairnsApril 8 to April 10AU$312
PERCairnsMay 24 to May 31AU$507
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
SYDCairnsMarch 28 to March 30AU$262
BNECairnsMarch 29 to March 30AU$282
MELCairnsMarch 28 to March 30AU$285
OOLCairnsMarch 29 to April 5AU$346
ADLCairnsMarch 29 to April 29AU$441
PERCairnsMarch 28 to April 12AU$756
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

2.5 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is AU$64 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$64
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and accommodating units nice and clean."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Aspect Central

Aspect Central

3 out of 5
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$126 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
Clean & comfy
"The room was very clean , & completely funtional. I had a pleasant stay , & the Aspect Central would be my go to should on find myself needing to stay in town , with a quick trip tp the airport."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Aspect Central
Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 out of 5
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$101 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$101
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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! (999 reviews)
"The staff were nice enough, however the hotel was only alright. The hallways were unbearably warm and the AC barely kept the room at a reasonable temperture. There were always sketchy things going on around the hotel too... Very loud homeless people"

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

Hides Hotel Cairns
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Comfort Inn Cairns City

Comfort Inn Cairns City

4 out of 5
183-185 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$118 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (497 reviews)
"Liked everything"

Reviewed on 27 Jan. 2025

Comfort Inn Cairns City
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

Reef Palms Motel

3.5 out of 5
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! (828 reviews)
Great stay
"Motel has everything you need , clean and staff friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 20 Jan. 2025

Reef Palms Motel
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2 out of 5
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$173 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 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! (396 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Njoy Backpackers Hostel

Njoy Backpackers Hostel

1 out of 5
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

Njoy Backpackers Hostel
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Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms

4 out of 5
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$115 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$115
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 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! (429 reviews)
"It is convenient to shopping, hospital support and a short walking distance to dinning and esplanade and local attractions and activities"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Cairns City Palms
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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Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens

3.5 out of 5
175 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$230 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
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! (560 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

Cascade Gardens
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

3.5 out of 5
62 Abbott Street, 62, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$190 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
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! (791 reviews)
"Very good location and reasonably priced. Happy with my choice of accommodation."

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
181 The Esplanade

181 The Esplanade

4 out of 5
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! (339 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

181 The Esplanade
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Inn Cairns Boutique Apartments

Inn Cairns Boutique Apartments

3.5 out of 5
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

Inn Cairns Boutique Apartments
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

Cairns Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$208 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very affordable and close to everything"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

2.5 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
The price is AU$64 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$64
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and accommodating units nice and clean."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Great for families

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

3.5 out of 5
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! (720 reviews)

Families like: Kids' swimming pool, free water park access, kitchen, playground

Travellers say...
"Fantastic for families, clean, safe"

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$163 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Cool"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
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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FAQs about airfare deals to Cairns

How many airlines fly to Cairns?

With Wotif you have the choice of 20 Airlines to choose from for your Cairns trip.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cairns?

The most popular airlines flying to Cairns include Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways.

What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Cairns?

Flights to Cairns start as low as AU$188, with this particular journey taking you from Gold Coast (OOL) to Cairns (CNS).

How do I save money on flights when booking with Wotif?

Everyone loves a bargain, so maximise your saving potential by mixing and matching airlines according to their fare types. Wotif data indicates that travellers who booked flights using Wotif in 2019 saved almost 55% on average when their return flights were made up of two different airlines or fare types.

When can I get cheap flights to Cairns?

Wotif data shows us that May is the cheapest month to fly if you're looking for one-way tickets, and March is your best bet for the round-trip Journey.

Which airport in Cairns is the cheapest to fly to?

If you're looking to save money on your flight to Cairns, then the airport you choose is important. On this occasion, Gold Coast (OOL) to Cairns (CNS) is the cheapest journey at AU$188.

What happens if my flight to Cairns is cancelled because of covid-19?

If your flight is cancelled due to circumstances surrounding COVID-19 then visit our Customer Service Portal to find more information. Furthermore, you can log into your Itinerary to view the airline's cancellation policy, including what they will and won't let you do with regards to your flight.

Is it possible to cancel my flight to Cairns due to covid-19?

Cancellation is dependent on the airline and will differ across companies, but many airlines will continue to travel to impacted areas. Please keep an eye on the dates as they may change frequently across Cairns, which is why it is vitally important for travellers to confirm with their airline that their upcoming flight is due to go ahead. If you’re still unsure, please visit our Customer Service Portal to find more information regarding cancellation due to COVID-19.