Are there direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available for the Cairns to Brisbane route. Historically, direct flights accounted for 60.8% of all observed flights across the trailing 90 days. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was 1.

How many hours is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?

A direct flight from Cairns to Brisbane typically takes 2 hours and 15 minutes, with a median duration of 135 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration was significantly longer, at 10 hours and 20 minutes, or 620 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 1392 kilometers.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Cairns to Brisbane have been frequent. This route is classified as one with frequent deals. This observation is based on pricing trends over a trailing 30-day period.

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2027-01-17 – 2027-01-20
CNS - Brisbane
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A$268
A$151
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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$178 - A$351

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

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Brisbane is between 178 AUD and 351 AUD. The current lowest deal is 147 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 17-Feb 24.

now A$147

Low A$178

High A$351

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

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Direct flights from Cairns to Brisbane

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Brisbane

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$735

A$541

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$743

A$555

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$258

A$197

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$258

A$195

One-way

Sun, Oct 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Jetstar

A$258

A$196

One-way

Sat, Dec 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Brisbane

Cairns (CNS) - Brisbane (BNE)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$311

A$229

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

A$735 → A$541

26%

1 night

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A$743 → A$555

25%

2 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 6

A$740 → A$587

21%

1 night

Dec 15 - Dec 16

A$315 → A$189

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

Cairns - Brisbane route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cairns to Brisbane are above the typical level at $147.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December, November, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 15m

The median flight duration for direct flights is 2h 15m; connecting flights average 12h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

Direct flights make up 60.8% of recent routes, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cairns to Brisbane are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

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

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Brisbane

$505

Save $219

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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 between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $287. Booking within 6 days of departure typically saw prices rise to an average of $444. Even booking more than 60 days out generally resulted in higher average prices, around $350, across the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Cairns to Brisbane was considered to be $149 or less. The median price for this route was $273. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $466 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cairns to Brisbane include December, November, and January, with median prices around $89 to $90. The annual median price for this route was $273. These lower prices were observed across a trailing 270-day period.

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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$178 - A$351

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

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Brisbane is between 178 AUD and 351 AUD. The current lowest deal is 147 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 17-Feb 24.

now A$147

Low A$178

High A$351

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Brisbane

March

Cheapest

Flights from A$76

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$355

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