How many flights from Cairns to Perth are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 13.7% of flights from Cairns to Perth were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Cairns to Perth?

A direct flight from Cairns to Perth typically takes about 5 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 3432 kilometers. Flights with one stop, on average, take longer, with a median duration of 10 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should account for the difference in travel time when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Cairns to Perth flights?

Historically, price fluctuations for flights from Cairns to Perth have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare. Monitoring prices over time can help identify when deals become available.

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Today’s best flight deals from Cairns to Perth

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Cairns to Perth

2027-01-18 – 2027-01-27
CNS - Perth
81% AI deal score
A$518
A$442
Round trip
2027-01-20 – 2027-01-30
CNS - Perth
81% AI deal score
A$520
A$442
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2027-01-18 – 2027-01-25
CNS - Perth
82% AI deal score
A$538
A$442
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2027-01-20 – 2027-01-27
CNS - Perth
82% AI deal score
A$546
A$443
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2027-01-25 – 2027-01-30
CNS - Perth
82% AI deal score
A$554
A$452
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2027-02-12 – 2027-02-17
CNS - Perth
68% AI deal score
A$435
A$452
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2027-02-13 – 2027-02-17
CNS - Perth
68% AI deal score
A$436
A$452
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2027-01-15 – 2027-01-19
CNS - Perth
81% AI deal score
A$535
A$453
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2027-01-15 – 2027-01-22
CNS - Perth
81% AI deal score
A$528
A$453
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2027-02-13 – 2027-02-20
CNS - Perth
68% AI deal score
A$435
A$453
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Cairns to Perth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Perth

Right now, fares for flights from Cairns to Perth are above the typical level, with only 10% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $316–$736, with a median of $438.

When looking for cheap flights from Cairns to Perth, the cheapest months to fly are typically December, with a median fare of $235, followed by January at $237, and March at $256. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable pricing.

A typical journey from Cairns to Perth takes about 5h 15m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. This route covers a distance of 3432 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

Regarding direct flights from Cairns to Perth, only 13.7% of recent fares are non-stop. This means most itineraries involve at least one connection, with the median connecting flight time being 10h 25m, compared to 5h 15m for non-stop options. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find fares.

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Perth

Regular price: A$504 - A$845

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

Regular prices for flights from Cairns to Perth typically range from 504 AUD to 845 AUD. The current lowest deal is 443 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Jan 19 to Jan 22.

now A$443

Low A$504

High A$845

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Perth

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Perth is February, with a median price of $262. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $800. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from A$262

November

Most Expensive

Flights from A$800

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Direct flights from Cairns to Perth

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Perth

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$980

A$749

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$980

A$764

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$986

A$788

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$992

A$718

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,000

A$727

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$1,000

A$725

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

A$985 → A$726

26%

1 night

Aug 13 - Aug 14

A$993 → A$750

24%

3 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 16

A$956 → A$745

22%

2 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 14

A$985 → A$779

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Perth

Cairns - Perth route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cairns to Perth are above the typical level at $443.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Perth, with a median price of $262.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 15m

Direct flights from Cairns to Perth typically take 5h 15m, while connecting flights average 10h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 13.7% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar offers direct flights from Cairns to Perth, with 1 direct deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Cairns to Perth appear frequently, with good prices available 10% of the time.

Cairns main airports to depart from

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Perth.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$442

Perth main airports to arrive at

Perth (PER)

Cheapest

Perth Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Cairns to Perth.

📍 ~10 km from Perth city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$442

Airports nearby Perth used as alternative

Busselton Regional (BQB)

Cheapest

Busselton Regional offers direct interstate jet services, bypassing Perth, and serves the South West region.

📍 ~220 km from Perth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$657

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Perth

$1,762

Save $344

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Perth

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cairns to Perth is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $312. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices of $316, while booking 7-13 days out resulted in an average price of $431. Prices tended to be significantly higher for bookings made 60+ days in advance, averaging $684.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Cairns to Perth is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $316. The median price for this route over the same period was $438. Prices can go as high as $736 or more, indicating that securing a fare at $316 represents a notable saving.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cairns to Perth include December, with a median price of $235, and January, with a median price of $237. March also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $256. The annual median price for this route was $438, suggesting that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Cairns to Perth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Perth

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Perth

Regular price: A$504 - A$845

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

Regular prices for flights from Cairns to Perth typically range from 504 AUD to 845 AUD. The current lowest deal is 443 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Jan 19 to Jan 22.

now A$443

Low A$504

High A$845

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Perth

February

Cheapest

Flights from A$262

November

Most Expensive

Flights from A$800

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec