Cheap flight from Brisbane to Cairns from $54

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Brisbane to Cairns with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Virgin Australia Qantas Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 2 hours 26 minutes to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS).

• When is the best time to book flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Brisbane to Cairns?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 111 flight per week flying from Brisbane to Cairns. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Qantas Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- QF1886 (14:48)

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

  The cheapest months to fly from Brisbane to Cairns is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Brisbane to Cairns on?

  After crunching the numbers on our November flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane to Cairns on November 19, 2025 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at $52.

• Which airports can I fly to for Cairns from Brisbane?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairns, with Brisbane Airport to Cairns Airport (BNE-CNS) is by far the most common option on this route: Cairns Airport (CNS).

• Is there any time difference between Brisbane and Cairns?

  The time difference between Cairns and Brisbane is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Brisbane to Cairns?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.