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Cheap Flights from Weipa to Cairns

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Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated May 29, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from Weipa to Cairns

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Weipa to Cairns

November 17 - November 20

Cheapest

WEI - Cairns

$267

$263

Round trip

October 13 - November 8

Earliest

WEI - Cairns

$272

$267

Round trip

November 11 - December 6

WEI - Cairns

$249

$267

Round trip

October 13 - October 14

Best
Earliest

WEI - Cairns

$296

$267

Round trip

November 23 - December 6

WEI - Cairns

$257

$267

Round trip

December 6 - December 8

Best

WEI - Cairns

$295

$267

Round trip

December 7 - December 10

Best

WEI - Cairns

$297

$267

Round trip

November 30 - December 8

WEI - Cairns

$278

$267

Round trip

December 7 - December 8

Best

WEI - Cairns

$295

$267

Round trip

November 17 - December 10

WEI - Cairns

$247

$267

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Weipa to Cairns

Right now, 0% of recent fares for cheap flights from Weipa to Cairns were classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $385–$465, with a median of $421. Current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a potentially opportune time to consider booking.
A typical journey from Weipa to Cairns takes about 2h 55m, including connections. This is a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 622 kilometers.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Weipa to Cairns? The data indicates that November is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $266. Other relatively inexpensive months include April, with a median fare of $402, and August, where the median fare is $416.
For direct flights from Weipa to Cairns, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 96.7% of recent fares being direct. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Weipa to Cairns

Regular price: $220 - $476

Prices for flights from Weipa to Cairns are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Weipa to Cairns is between $220 and $476. The current lowest deal is $263 with QantasLink for travel from November 17 to November 20, 2026.

now $263

Low $220

High $476

The cheapest time to fly from Weipa to Cairns

The cheapest month to fly from Weipa to Cairns is November, with a median price of $266. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $460. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $266

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $460

Apr
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Direct flights from Weipa to Cairns

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Last-minute flights going from Weipa to Cairns

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

WEI - Cairns

QantasLink

Weipa (WEI) - Cairns (CNS)

QantasLink

$384

$937

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

WEI - Cairns

QantasLink

Weipa (WEI) - Cairns (CNS)

QantasLink

$354

$445

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

WEI - Cairns

QantasLink

Weipa (WEI) - Cairns (CNS)

QantasLink

$341

$567

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

WEI - Cairns

QantasLink

Weipa (WEI) - Cairns (CNS)

QantasLink

$274

$418

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

WEI - Cairns

QantasLink

Weipa (WEI) - Cairns (CNS)

QantasLink

$251

$487

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

WEI - Cairns

QantasLink

Weipa (WEI) - Cairns (CNS)

QantasLink

$251

$418

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Weipa to Cairns

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

$304  →  $267

12%

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$297  →  $267

10%

1 night

Oct 13 - Oct 14

$296  →  $267

10%

2 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 8

$295  →  $267

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Weipa to Cairns

Weipa - Cairns route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Weipa to Cairns are below the typical level, with deals around $263.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $266

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Weipa to Cairns, with a median price of $266.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 55m

The median flight time for direct flights from Weipa to Cairns is 2 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

96.7% of deals are direct flights

Most deals for this route are direct, with 96.7% of recent deals being non-stop flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers direct flights

QantasLink is an airline that offers direct flights from Weipa to Cairns.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Deals for flights from Weipa to Cairns appear regularly, with 0.37 deals per day.

Weipa main airports to depart from

Weipa (WEI)

Cheapest

Weipa Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Cairns, offering direct access from Weipa.

📍 ~10 km from Weipa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$263

Cairns main airports to arrive at

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Weipa.

📍 ~5 km from Cairns (reachable by car, shuttle, taxi, and public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$267

Airports nearby Cairns used as alternative

Townsville (TSV)

Cheapest

Townsville Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport, offering a balance of proximity and flight frequency.

📍 ~350 km from Cairns (reachable by car or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$506

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Whitsunday Coast Airport is a major gateway for the Whitsunday region with reliable jet services.

📍 ~500 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$624

Mackay (MKY)

Mackay Airport is an established regional hub with multiple daily flights and premium cabin options.

📍 ~600 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$623

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef Airport is an alternative for travelers already planning to visit the reef region.

📍 ~550 km from Cairns (requires ferry transfer from mainland).

💸 Flights from ~$699

Mount Isa (ISA)

Mount Isa Airport is a major inland hub, serving as a primary connection point for Western Queensland.

📍 ~900 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$771

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairns

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often secure better prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals sometimes appear, so monitoring prices over time is often beneficial. Mid-week bookings may also sometimes offer more competitive fares.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide more flight options or different pricing. While it may involve additional ground transportation, it could potentially lead to savings. Always weigh the total cost and convenience when considering this option.