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Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from IDR 1,129,600 and round-trip from IDR 2,412,300. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Cairns to Brisbane are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport are usually in March, with an average price of IDR 1,558,100. It is best to avoid October, when the average price can reach IDR 2,581,700.

IDR 2,581,700
IDR 2,069,900
IDR 1,558,100
IDR 1,046,300
    Cheapest
  • IDR 2,288,100
    Nov
  • IDR 1,878,200
    Dec
  • IDR 1,580,900
    Jan
  • IDR 1,874,900
    Feb
  • IDR 1,558,100
    Mar
  • IDR 1,999,300
    Apr
  • IDR 1,579,600
    May
  • IDR 1,903,600
    Jun
  • IDR 2,389,700
    Jul
  • IDR 2,509,900
    Aug
  • IDR 2,425,400
    Sep
  • IDR 2,581,700
    Oct

What is the cheapest month to fly return from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly return fares from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, November is often the month to find the lowest fares from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport, with an average price of IDR 3,418,100. July is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching IDR 6,471,000.

IDR 6,471,000
IDR 4,944,550
IDR 3,418,100
IDR 1,891,650
  • IDR 3,418,100
    Nov
  • IDR 5,607,900
    Dec
  • IDR 3,710,400
    Jan
  • IDR 4,122,600
    Feb
  • IDR 4,422,800
    Mar
  • IDR 4,564,700
    Apr
  • IDR 4,380,600
    May
  • IDR 4,077,400
    Jun
  • IDR 6,471,000
    Jul
  • IDR 5,900,400
    Aug
  • IDR 5,882,400
    Sep
  • IDR 5,638,500
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport is Thursday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Friday as prices are typically highest on that day.

IDR 3,024,900
IDR 2,773,700
IDR 2,522,500
IDR 2,271,300
    Cheapest
  • IDR 2,684,000
    Mon
  • IDR 2,551,200
    Tue
  • IDR 2,548,600
    Wed
  • IDR 2,522,500
    Thu
  • IDR 3,024,900
    Fri
  • IDR 2,898,300
    Sat
  • IDR 2,985,800
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport is Jetstar Airways (from IDR 1,321,000) among 5 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From IDR 1,321,000
Virgin Australia
From IDR 1,561,700
Qantas Airways
From IDR 1,638,300
Regional Express Airlines
From IDR 3,798,900
Air Niugini
From IDR 8,894,200

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What is the flight schedule from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Cairns to Brisbane and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ929

    06:00

    CNS

    2h 10m

    08:10

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  2. JQ933

    12:05

    CNS

    2h 15m

    14:20

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  3. VA770

    06:00

    CNS

    2h 20m

    08:20

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  4. VA784

    14:40

    CNS

    2h 20m

    17:00

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  5. VA780

    11:40

    CNS

    2h 20m

    14:00

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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About Cairns Airport and Brisbane Airport

Learn about Cairns Airport (CNS) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 1,394.9km
Cheapest one-way ticket price IDR 1,129,600
Cheapest return ticket price IDR 2,412,300

FAQs for Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport?

    Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport takes about 2 hours 3 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 12 daily flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE).
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport departs at 06:00, and the last departs at 17:40, with about 17 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around IDR 5,584,900 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Brisbane Airport to downtown is about 13km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 4857 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport currently start from IDR 1,449,600, and round-trip fares start from IDR 2,412,300. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Thu, Dec 10; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 2 minutes, and around 88 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport is IDR 3,781,700. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways and IndiGo are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport, with one-way fares starting from IDR 1,449,600. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Cairns Airport to Brisbane Airport operates around 90 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Cairns Airport and Brisbane Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

Note: Prices shown on this page are the estimated lowest prices and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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