Cheap Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)

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Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £56 for one-way flights and £110 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£110 Return, found 2 days ago
£110
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 18 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £110 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Mon, 13 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£114 Return, found 14 hours ago
£114
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 13 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £114 found 14 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£115 Return, found 2 days ago
£115
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 18 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £115 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£116 Return, found 2 days ago
£116
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 18 Nov from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Wed, 19 Nov, priced at £116 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Mon, 13 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£119 Return, found 14 hours ago
£119
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 13 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £119 found 14 hours ago
Jetstar
Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
£121 Return, found 2 days ago
£121
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, 30 Aug from Cairns to Sydney, returning Sat, 6 Sep, priced at £121 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Mon, 13 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£124 Return, found 14 hours ago
£124
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 13 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Thu, 16 Oct, priced at £124 found 14 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 18 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£166 Return, found 17 hours ago
£166
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 18 Oct from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Tue, 21 Oct, priced at £166 found 17 hours ago
Air Niugini
Fri, 10 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
CNS
Cairns
MNL
Manila
£412 Return, found 3 days ago
£412
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Fri, 10 Oct from Cairns to Manila, returning Sun, 26 Oct, priced at £412 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 20 Apr - Thu, 7 May
CNS
Cairns
DPS
Bali
£438 Return, found 20 hours ago
£438
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 20 Apr from Cairns to Bali, returning Thu, 7 May, priced at £438 found 20 hours ago

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Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is £94 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£94
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is £64 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£64
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Crystalbrook Riley
5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is £149 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£149
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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Cairns Intl. Airport Information

Airport Name
Airport Location
Airport Code
Latitude
Longitude
Altitude
Cairns Intl.Cairns, AUIATA: CNS, ICAO: YBCS, GPS Code: YBCS-16.885799145.7550053.05 meters

Cairns Intl., CNS airport, offers flights from multiple airline carriers to many popular global destinations. Above you'll find some useful information about Cairns’s airports that can help you in planning your next trip. Expedia offers flights from Cairns Intl. on multiple airline carriers, and makes it easy and affordable for you to book.

Cairns Intl. Airport

Current conditions at Cairns Airport

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Airport information

Name: Cairns Airport
Location: Cairns, Australia
  • Longitude: -16.876538
  • Latitude: 145.754041
Airport Codes:
  • IATA: CNS
  • ICAO: YBCS
CNS Wikipedia information

Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) uses the airport code: CNS.
How many terminals are there in CNS and how early should I arrive before my flight?
1, 2 and R are the 3 terminals at Cairns Airport. Each terminal should have plenty of services and facilities that'll help while away that spare time before your journey. If you don't want to be rushed or stressed, arrive 1.5-2 hours prior to departure time for domestic trips. If you're on an international flight, you should arrive 2-3 hours in advance. This will give you enough time to clear security and customs and then navigate to your gate. Arrive even earlier during peak periods, such as major public holidays.
Does CNS have a hotel?
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) doesn't have any hotels in the immediate surrounds, but you still have options. You're sure to find somewhere suitable to stay before you fly out if you look further afield.
Are there private lounges in Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
No. You won't find a private lounge to relax in at CNS, but that's not to say you can't have a nice time exploring the terminal. In no time, you'll be jetting off on your journey.
How many flights per day fly out of CNS?
On average, there are 61 flights that leave from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) per day. Choose your destination and find the best deal with Expedia.
How to find cheap flights from CNS with Expedia?
The cheapest one-way flight from Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) was to Sydney (SYD) at £56. A simple way to find a cheap flight with Expedia is to enter your preferred dates and destination, and then sort your results by lowest price. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. You'll always pick up a bargain with Expedia, but our "Flexible dates" comparison tool makes it extra easy. First, enter your destination and flight dates. Then, click on the flexible dates box above the search results to compare the best prices for days surrounding your trip. If you want to refine your search and potentially score bigger savings, you can filter by airline preference, included baggage and more.
Where can you fly to from Cairns Airport?
Browse our international flight deals above to discover where you can fly to from Cairns Airport. Once you choose an offer, use our filters and sort by 'Price (Lowest)' to see the options that work best with your budget and plans. Browse our deals out of Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at the top of this page. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a business trip, we've got a range of top destinations at awesome prices.
What is the cancellation policy on flights and how do I cancel my flight on Expedia?
Most flights are free to cancel within 24 hours of making the reservation. However, some flights are non-refundable, and you may receive a flight credit from the airline to use for a future booking. For more information, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
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