Cheap Flights from Richmond to Cairns
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Today’s best flight deals from Richmond to Cairns
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September 5 - October 5
RIC - Cairns
$1,628
$1,110
Round trip
September 12 - October 5
RIC - Cairns
$1,653
$1,151
Round trip
September 8 - October 5
RIC - Cairns
$1,653
$1,153
Round trip
October 27 - November 7
RIC - Cairns
$1,722
$1,157
Round trip
September 29 - October 5
RIC - Cairns
$1,783
$1,164
Round trip
October 27 - November 12
RIC - Cairns
$1,715
$1,165
Round trip
September 29 - October 19
RIC - Cairns
$1,724
$1,166
Round trip
September 29 - October 29
RIC - Cairns
$1,726
$1,166
Round trip
September 29 - October 26
RIC - Cairns
$1,726
$1,166
Round trip
November 3 - December 3
RIC - Cairns
$1,773
$1,177
Round trip
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Insights for flights from Richmond to Cairns
How much is a round trip from Richmond to Cairns
Regular price: $1,439 - $2,170
Prices for flights from Richmond to Cairns are currently below the regular range.
The regular price range for flights from Richmond to Cairns is between $1439 and $2170. The current lowest deal is $1110 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Sep 5-Oct 5.
now $1,110
Low $1,439
High $2,170
The cheapest time to fly from Richmond to Cairns
Flights from Richmond to Cairns are cheapest in May, with a median price of $783. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $979. Prices are generally lower from April to October.
May
Flights from $783
June
Flights from $979
Direct flights from Richmond to Cairns
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Last-minute flights going from Richmond to Cairns
Sat, Sep 5
RIC - Cairns
Richmond (RIC) - Cairns (CNS)
JetBlue Airways, Fiji Airways
$1,628
$1,110
One-way
Tue, Sep 8
RIC - Cairns
Richmond (RIC) - Cairns (CNS)
Breeze Airways, Fiji Airways
$1,653
$1,153
One-way
Sat, Sep 12
RIC - Cairns
Richmond (RIC) - Cairns (CNS)
JetBlue Airways, Fiji Airways
$1,653
$1,151
One-way
Tue, Sep 29
RIC - Cairns
Richmond (RIC) - Cairns (CNS)
Breeze Airways, Fiji Airways
$1,783
$1,164
One-way
Tue, Sep 29
RIC - Cairns
Richmond (RIC) - Cairns (CNS)
Breeze Airways, Fiji Airways
$1,726
$1,166
One-way
Tue, Sep 29
RIC - Cairns
Richmond (RIC) - Cairns (CNS)
Breeze Airways, Fiji Airways
$1,724
$1,166
One-way
Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Richmond to Cairns
Nov 3 - Nov 7
$1,834 → $1,177
36%
Sep 29 - Oct 5
$1,783 → $1,164
35%
Nov 3 - Dec 3
$1,773 → $1,177
34%
Nov 3 - Nov 12
$1,780 → $1,185
33%
Popular Airports to fly from Richmond to Cairns
Richmond - Cairns route insights
💸 Price insights
Recent fares are below the typical level.
Recent fares from Richmond to Cairns are below the typical level, with deals around $1110.
📅 Best time to fly
Fly in May for the best prices.
Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Cairns, with median prices around $783.
⏱️ Flight duration
Flights typically take 43h 0m.
The median flight duration from Richmond to Cairns is 43 hours, with 2 stopovers typically.
✈️ Airlines & availability
Connecting flights are dominant on this route.
There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are dominant for this long-haul route.
🏆 Airline highlight
JetBlue Airways offers deals from Richmond.
JetBlue Airways has offered recent deals from Richmond to Cairns, including a $1110 fare.
🎯 Booking tip
Deals for this route are rare.
Deals for flights from Richmond to Cairns are rare, occurring on average 0.13 times per day.
Richmond main airports to depart from
Richmond International (RIC)
Richmond International Airport is a good choice for flights to Cairns, offering competitive prices.
📍 ~11 km from Richmond city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1110
Cairns main airports to arrive at
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns Airport is ideal for reaching Cairns and exploring the surrounding Queensland region.
📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1110
Airports nearby Cairns used as alternative
Townsville (TSV)
Townsville is a useful alternative for Cairns, offering a balance of proximity and flight frequency.
📍 ~350 km from Cairns (reachable by car or rail).
💸 Flights from ~$1492
Whitsunday Coast (PPP)
Whitsunday Coast is a major gateway for the Whitsunday region with reliable jet services.
📍 ~500 km from Cairns (reachable by car).
💸 Flights from ~$1475
Mackay (MKY)
Mackay is an established regional hub with multiple daily flights and premium cabin options.
📍 ~750 km from Cairns (reachable by car).
💸 Flights from ~$1524
Great Barrier Reef (HTI)
Great Barrier Reef offers direct connections to major cities, ideal if visiting the reef region.
📍 ~600 km from Cairns (requires ferry transfer from mainland).
💸 Flights from ~$1574
Mount Isa (ISA)
Mount Isa is a major inland hub, practical if your final destination is in the outback.
📍 ~900 km from Cairns (reachable by car).
💸 Flights from ~$1990
Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairns
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From RIC
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Nov 13
Cairns, Australia
71% AI deal score
$10,731
From RIC
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Sep 29
Cairns, Australia
68% AI deal score
$12,422
From RIC
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Sep 29
Cairns, Australia
67% AI deal score
$12,028
From RIC
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Sep 29
Cairns, Australia
67% AI deal score
$12,422
From RIC
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Sep 29
Cairns, Australia
67% AI deal score
$12,513
From RIC
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Sep 12
Cairns, Australia
66% AI deal score
$20,790
From RIC
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Sep 28
Cairns, Australia
50% AI deal score
$15,724
From RIC
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Sep 28
Cairns, Australia
50% AI deal score
$16,118
From RIC
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Sep 28
Cairns, Australia
49% AI deal score
$16,118
From RIC
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Sep 28
Cairns, Australia
49% AI deal score
$16,208
From RIC
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Oct 02
Cairns, Australia
49% AI deal score
$17,163
From RIC
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Oct 02
Cairns, Australia
49% AI deal score
$17,557