Cheap Flights from Cairns to Brisbane
Round-trip economy fares between Cairns (CNS) and Brisbane (BNE) average A$217 across the year. Book for June and typical prices fall to A$182. The 1,391 km hop takes about 2.2 hours non-stop, and the nicest window to visit Brisbane is May – October (mild, dry winter).
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A$167 −8% vs. seasonal low
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Average round-trip economy fare by departure month. June is the statistical sweet spot at A$182.
| Month | Avg. round-trip | vs. yearly average |
|---|---|---|
| January | A$256 | +A$39 |
| February | A$234 | +A$17 |
| March | A$217 | +A$0 |
| April | A$204 | −A$13 |
| May | A$191 | −A$26 |
| June Cheapest | A$182 | −A$35 |
| July | A$187 | −A$30 |
| August | A$191 | −A$26 |
| September | A$208 | −A$9 |
| October | A$226 | +A$9 |
| November | A$239 | +A$22 |
| December | A$269 | +A$52 |
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Cairns to Brisbane flight FAQs
- What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
- June is typically cheapest, with round-trips from A$182 — about A$35 under the yearly average of A$217.
- How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
- Non-stop services cover the 1,391 km route in roughly 2.2 hours.
- When is the best time to visit Brisbane?
- May – October (mild, dry winter). Entry requirements: ETA / eVisitor authorisation required before boarding.