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 £64 for one-way flights and £127 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Tue, 18 May - Wed, 19 May
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
£127 Return, found 2 days ago
£127
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 18 May from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, 19 May, priced at £127 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 2 Mar
CNS
Cairns
OOL
Gold Coast
£129 Return, found 1 day ago
£129
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 1 Mar from Cairns to Gold Coast, returning Tue, 2 Mar, priced at £129 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Tue, 18 May - Wed, 19 May
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
£130 Return, found 2 days ago
£130
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 18 May from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, 19 May, priced at £130 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 18 May - Wed, 19 May
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
£136 Return, found 2 days ago
£136
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 18 May from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, 19 May, priced at £136 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Tue, 18 May - Wed, 19 May
CNS
Cairns
SYD
Sydney
£139 Return, found 2 days ago
£139
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 18 May from Cairns to Sydney, returning Wed, 19 May, priced at £139 found 2 days ago
Jetstar
Thu, 8 Jul - Fri, 9 Jul
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£140 Return, found 1 day ago
£140
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 8 Jul from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Fri, 9 Jul, priced at £140 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 18 Mar - Sun, 21 Mar
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£150 Return, found 1 day ago
£150
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 18 Mar from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Sun, 21 Mar, priced at £150 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 8 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar
CNS
Cairns
BNE
Brisbane
£159 Return, found 15 hours ago
£159
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 8 Mar from Cairns to Brisbane, returning Tue, 9 Mar, priced at £159 found 15 hours ago
Air Niugini
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
CNS
Cairns
MNL
Manila
£495 Return, found 1 day ago
£495
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air Niugini flight, departing Wed, 7 Oct from Cairns to Manila, returning Wed, 14 Oct, priced at £495 found 1 day ago
Air New Zealand
Sat, 26 Sept - Mon, 5 Oct
CNS
Cairns
AKL
Auckland
£507 Return, found 3 days ago
£507
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, 26 Sept from Cairns to Auckland, returning Mon, 5 Oct, priced at £507 found 3 days ago

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 £64. 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.

Travel information

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

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