Cheap Flights Perth to Cairns from £138

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Perth (PER) to Cairns (CNS)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as £138 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PER to CNS on Wed, Sep 16), while Airnorth offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £354 departing on Wed, Sep 9 and returning on Tue, Sep 15.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Perth to Cairns?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Perth to Cairns with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Virgin Australia Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is the flight from Perth (PER) to Cairns (CNS)?

  It takes about 4 hours 40 minutes to fly from Perth (PER) to Cairns (CNS).

• When is the best time to book flights from Perth to Cairns?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Perth to Cairns is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Perth to Cairns?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 6 flight per week flying from Perth to Cairns. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Jetstar Airways: S/-/T/-/T/-/- -- JQ977 (15:36) Qantas Airways: S/-/T/-/T/-/S -- QF8657 (08:28)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Perth to Cairns?

  To find best deals on flights from Perth to Cairns, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Sep 16, with one-way flights priced at just £138.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Jetstar Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Cairns travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Perth to Cairns to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Perth to Cairns is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Perth to Cairns?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Perth to Cairns on August 14, 2026 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at £162.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Cairns from Perth?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairns, with Perth Airport to Cairns Airport (PER-CNS) is by far the most common option on this route: Cairns Airport (CNS).

• What is the time difference between Perth and Cairns?

  The time difference between Cairns and Perth is 2h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Perth to Cairns?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Perth to Cairns?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Perth to Cairns is £274. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a return flight from Perth to Cairns?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Perth to Cairns is £550. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Perth to Cairns on Trip.com?

  Enter Perth and Cairns, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Perth to Cairns route?

  Jetstar Airways and Airnorthare the most popular budget airlines flying from Perth to Cairns. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.