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Cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane from £47

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Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:15
CNS
-
BNE
2h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
15:00 - 17:15
BNE
-
CNS
2h 15mdirect
£93Jetstar
mar., 3 mar. - mié., 4 mar.
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:15
CNS
-
BNE
2h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
08:55 - 11:20
BNE
-
CNS
2h 25mdirect
£94Jetstar
lun., 2 mar. - jue., 5 mar.
Jetstar Logo
14:25 - 16:40
CNS
-
BNE
2h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
08:55 - 11:20
BNE
-
CNS
2h 25mdirect
£98Jetstar
vie., 20 mar. - sáb., 21 mar.
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:15
CNS
-
BNE
2h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:30
BNE
-
CNS
2h 30mdirect
£98Jetstar
dom., 22 mar. - dom., 29 mar.
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:15
CNS
-
BNE
2h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
18:35 - 21:00
BNE
-
CNS
2h 25mdirect
£99Jetstar
mar., 24 mar. - mar., 31 mar.
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 08:15
CNS
-
BNE
2h 15mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
13:40 - 16:10
BNE
-
CNS
2h 30mdirect
£100Virgin Australia
mié., 3 jun. - sáb., 13 jun.
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:15
CNS
-
BNE
2h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:30
BNE
-
CNS
2h 30mdirect
£104Jetstar
dom., 22 mar. - dom., 29 mar.
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:10
CNS
-
BNE
2h 10mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:30
BNE
-
CNS
2h 30mdirect
£106Jetstar
mié., 3 jun. - sáb., 13 jun.
Jetstar Logo
09:55 - 12:05
CNS
-
BNE
2h 10mdirect
Jetstar Logo
18:35 - 20:55
BNE
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CNS
2h 20mdirect
£107Jetstar
sáb., 28 feb. - mié., 8 abr.
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:10
CNS
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BNE
2h 10mdirect
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 08:30
BNE
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CNS
2h 30mdirect
£111Jetstar
lun., 6 abr. - sáb., 11 abr.

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Brisbane flight tickets
Jetstar
3 Mar
CNS06:00Cairns
2h 15m
BNE08:15Brisbane
4 Mar
BNE15:00Brisbane
2h 15m
CNS17:15Cairns
£93
Jetstar
2 Mar
CNS06:00Cairns
2h 15m
BNE08:15Brisbane
5 Mar
BNE08:55Brisbane
2h 25m
CNS11:20Cairns
£94
Jetstar
20 Mar
CNS14:25Cairns
2h 15m
BNE16:40Brisbane
23 Mar
BNE17:30Brisbane
2h 20m
CNS19:50Cairns
£98

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Brisbane flight tickets
Qantas Airways
22 Feb
CNS17:35Cairns
2h 20m
BNE19:55Brisbane
25 Feb
BNE20:40Brisbane
2h 25m
CNS23:05Cairns
£233
Qantas Airways
22 Feb
CNS17:35Cairns
2h 20m
BNE19:55Brisbane
25 Feb
BNE05:00Brisbane
6h 50m
1 stop
CNS11:50Cairns
£347
Qantas Airways
9 Feb
CNS17:00Cairns
5h 25m
1 stop
BNE22:25Brisbane
13 Feb
BNE06:10Brisbane
2h 25m
CNS08:35Cairns
£363

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Price

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

mar. 3/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

mié. 4/3

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£93

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

lun. 2/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

jue. 5/3

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

£94

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

vie. 20/3

14:25-16:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

sáb. 21/3

08:55-11:20

Nonstop2h 25m

£98

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

dom. 22/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

dom. 29/3

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£98

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

mar. 24/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

mar. 31/3

18:35-21:00

Nonstop2h 25m

£99

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

mié. 3/6

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

sáb. 13/6

13:40-16:10

Nonstop2h 30m

£100

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

dom. 22/3

06:00-08:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Brisbane

dom. 29/3

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£104

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

mié. 3/6

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

sáb. 13/6

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£106

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

sáb. 28/2

09:55-12:05

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

mié. 8/4

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

£107

CairnsBrisbane

CNS - BNE

CNSBNE

Cairns

lun. 6/4

06:00-08:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Brisbane

sáb. 11/4

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£111

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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 May 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 £116. On the other hand, Thursday 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 £208.

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 £194. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are £1,053 on average. Flights to Brisbane from Cairns in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Brisbane flight route?

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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 £96 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 February 2026, prices for Cairns to Brisbane flights are approximately 6% cheaper 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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2h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Brisbane

1 airport
The fastest flight from Cairns to Brisbane takes 2h 05m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Brisbane every day.
There is 1 airport in Brisbane. From Cairns there are direct flights to 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 05m, 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?

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