Are there direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

Yes, direct flights are a common option for the Cairns to Brisbane route. Historically, direct flights have accounted for 60.8% of all available flights. For journeys that do involve a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates a strong prevalence of non-stop travel options for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

The typical direct flight from Cairns to Brisbane has a median duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 10 hours and 20 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 1392 kilometers. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

Historically, good prices on flights from Cairns to Brisbane are frequent. This route is consistently identified as one with regular opportunities for economical travel. Over the trailing 30 days, deals have been observed with high regularity. Travelers can often find favorable pricing when planning their trips on this route.

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Cairns to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Right now, 14% of recent fares from Cairns to Brisbane are considered a good price. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cairns to Brisbane, prices typically range from $149–$466, with a median of $273. Current fares are above the typical level, indicating a potentially higher cost for immediate bookings. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane? The most affordable months to fly are typically December, with a median fare of $89, followed closely by November and January, both with median fares of $90. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

A typical journey from Cairns to Brisbane takes about 2h 15m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 1392 kilometers. For itineraries that include connections, the median journey time is substantially longer, at 12h 15m.

A meaningful share of itineraries on this route are non-stop, with 60.8% of recent fares being direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane. For the remaining itineraries that involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This mix provides travelers with options for both direct and connecting journeys, depending on their preferences for speed or potential cost savings.

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Brisbane

Regular price: A$192 - A$416

Prices for flights from Cairns to Brisbane are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Brisbane is AUD192-AUD416. The current lowest deal is AUD159 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 13.

now A$159

Low A$192

High A$416

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Brisbane is March, with a median price of $76. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $355. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$76

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$355

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Brisbane

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Regional Express

A$827

A$520

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$740

A$533

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$288

A$190

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$230

A$159

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$214

A$206

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$239

A$180

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

A$827 → A$520

37%

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

A$740 → A$533

28%

6 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 29

A$346 → A$227

34%

3 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 10

A$271 → A$161

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

Cairns - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cairns to Brisbane are above the typical level, with a median price of $273.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March has the lowest median price at $76, compared to the route's median of $273.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 15m

The typical direct flight from Cairns to Brisbane takes 2h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

60.8% of recent flights are direct

60.8% of recent flights from Cairns to Brisbane are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is a direct airline option for flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cairns to Brisbane are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Cairns main airports to depart from

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$178

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a primary gateway for flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$178

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic flights.

📍 ~90 km from Brisbane (reachable by car or public transport, but expect heavy traffic).

💸 Flights from ~A$181

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Oct 20

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Oct 03

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Business Class

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Elite

Oct 18

Brisbane, Australia

72% AI deal score

$739

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Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

From CNS

Elite

Oct 18

Brisbane, Australia

72% AI deal score

$739

$536

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Business Class

From CNS

Elite

Oct 20

Brisbane, Australia

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$713

$536

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Business Class

From CNS

Elite

Oct 20

Brisbane, Australia

72% AI deal score

$713

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Business Class

From CNS

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

Historically, the best prices for flights from Cairns to Brisbane are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $287. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually results in higher prices, averaging $444. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $350. Planning within the optimal window can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cairns to Brisbane is considered to be $149 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $273. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals historically found at $466 or below. Travelers aiming for the most economical options should target prices at or below the $149 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cairns to Brisbane are December, November, and January. During these months, the median prices were approximately $89-$90. This contrasts with the annual median price of $273 for this route. Travelers looking for the most budget-friendly options should consider planning their trips during these months.

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Cairns to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Brisbane

Regular price: A$192 - A$416

Prices for flights from Cairns to Brisbane are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Brisbane is AUD192-AUD416. The current lowest deal is AUD159 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 13.

now A$159

Low A$192

High A$416

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$76

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$355

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Brisbane

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Regional Express

A$827

A$520

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$740

A$533

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$288

A$190

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$230

A$159

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$214

A$206

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$239

A$180

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

A$827 → A$520

37%

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

A$740 → A$533

28%

6 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 29

A$346 → A$227

34%

3 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 10

A$271 → A$161

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

Cairns - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cairns to Brisbane are above the typical level, with a median price of $273.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March has the lowest median price at $76, compared to the route's median of $273.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 15m

The typical direct flight from Cairns to Brisbane takes 2h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

60.8% of recent flights are direct

60.8% of recent flights from Cairns to Brisbane are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is a direct airline option for flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cairns to Brisbane are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Cairns main airports to depart from

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$178

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport is a primary gateway for flights from Cairns to Brisbane.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$178

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is a practical alternative due to its proximity and frequent domestic flights.

Brisbane, Australia

50% AI deal score

$1,178

$1,037

Save $141

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

Cheap Flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Today’s best flight deals from Cairns to Brisbane

Cairns to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

Direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

Cairns - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 15m

60.8% of recent flights are direct

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Cairns main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

Oct 20

Oct 20

Oct 20

Oct 03

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 20

Oct 20

Aug 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

How early should I book Cairns to Brisbane flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Cairns to Brisbane cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

Are there direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

How many hours is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

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Cairns to Brisbane: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Brisbane

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Brisbane

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

Direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Brisbane

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

Cairns - Brisbane route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 15m

60.8% of recent flights are direct

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Cairns main airports to depart from

Brisbane main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Brisbane used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

Best Elite deals to Brisbane

Oct 20

Oct 20

Oct 20

Oct 03

Oct 18

Oct 18

Oct 20

Oct 20

Aug 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Brisbane

How early should I book Cairns to Brisbane flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Cairns to Brisbane cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?

Are there direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

How many hours is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

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