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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 13.7% of flights from Cairns to Perth were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This data reflects the flight options observed over a 90-day period, indicating that direct routes are less common for this particular journey.

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. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 10 hours and 25 minutes. This difference in travel time highlights the convenience of direct routes when available, compared to journeys involving a layover.

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

Yes, setting a price alert for Cairns to Perth flights is advisable. Historically, deals for this route are classified as frequent, based on observations over a 30-day period. This suggests that prices can fluctuate, and alerts can help travelers identify opportune moments to book. Monitoring prices can lead to securing a more favorable fare.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Cairns to Perth

2027-01-15 – 2027-01-23
CNS - Perth
73% AI deal score
A$479
A$442
Round trip
2027-01-20 – 2027-01-27
CNS - Perth
74% AI deal score
A$492
A$442
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2027-01-18 – 2027-01-29
CNS - Perth
71% AI deal score
A$458
A$442
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2027-02-15 – 2027-02-19
CNS - Perth
67% AI deal score
A$341
A$442
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2027-02-15 – 2027-02-17
CNS - Perth
67% AI deal score
A$339
A$442
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2027-01-18 – 2027-01-23
CNS - Perth
75% AI deal score
A$503
A$442
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2027-01-15 – 2027-01-20
CNS - Perth
75% AI deal score
A$503
A$442
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2027-01-20 – 2027-01-23
CNS - Perth
75% AI deal score
A$500
A$442
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2027-02-01 – 2027-02-22
CNS - Perth
67% AI deal score
A$327
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CNS - Perth
67% AI deal score
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Cairns to Perth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Perth

Right now, only about 10% of recent fares for flights from Cairns to Perth are classified as a good price. Fares typically range from $316 to $736, with a median of $438. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, suggesting it might be beneficial to monitor prices for a potential drop.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cairns to Perth, the cheapest time to fly is typically during December, with a median fare of $235. Other affordable months include January, with a median fare of $237, and March, where the median fare is $256. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it worthwhile to track prices regularly.

The typical journey time for flights from Cairns to Perth is 5h 15m. However, this route is characterized by a high proportion of connecting flights, as only 13.7% of recent fares are for direct flights from Cairns to Perth. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

The distance between Cairns and Perth is 3432 km, which classifies this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a substantial flight duration, especially when accounting for potential layovers.

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Perth

Regular price: A$461 - A$833

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

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Perth is AUD461 to AUD833. The current lowest deal is AUD442 with Jetstar for travel from Jan 18-Jan 23.

now A$442

Low A$461

High A$833

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

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$888

A$732

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$983

A$747

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$977

A$750

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$986

A$796

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$983

A$828

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Perth

Cairns (CNS) - Perth (PER)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

A$966

A$747

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

A$989 → A$749

24%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

A$983 → A$755

23%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A$974 → A$764

22%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

A$971 → A$766

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 for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

December offers the lowest median prices

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 15m

Direct flights typically take 5h 15m, while connecting flights average 10h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 86.3% of flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline offering direct flights from Cairns to Perth.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Cairns to Perth 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 to Perth, offering a good starting price.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$444

Perth main airports to arrive at

Perth (PER)

Cheapest

Perth Airport is a primary gateway for travelers flying from Cairns to Perth.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$441

Airports nearby Perth used as alternative

Busselton Regional (BQB)

Cheapest

Busselton Regional offers direct interstate jet services to Melbourne and Sydney, bypassing Perth.

📍 ~220 km from Perth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$651

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Perth

$1,932

Save $357

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. Within this period, the average price observed was $312. Booking 7-13 days out saw average prices rise to $431, while booking 60+ days in advance showed an average price of $684. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day period, indicating that planning within the 14-27 day window generally offers better value.

A flight from Cairns to Perth is typically considered a good deal if the price is around $316 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route historically stands at $438, while prices at the higher end can reach $736 or more. Therefore, aiming for fares at or below $316 can help secure a favorable price.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cairns to Perth are December, January, and March. In December, the median price was $235, and in January, it was $237. March also offered competitive prices, with a median of $256. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median of $438, based on observations over a 270-day period.

Cairns to Perth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Perth

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Perth

Regular price: A$461 - A$833

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

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Perth is AUD461 to AUD833. The current lowest deal is AUD442 with Jetstar for travel from Jan 18-Jan 23.

now A$442

Low A$461

High A$833

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

Oct

Nov

Dec