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Cheap flights Canberra — Cairns

Canberra (CBR, AU) Cairns (CNS, AU)
from $216 2 069 km ~2h 56m 7 flights found 1 airlines cheapest on Wednesday
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How many travellers?
Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
Infants
under 2
0
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Cheapest: $216 on 21.12.2026
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Prices found for 7 of 90 days. Prices update as more travellers search. Click any date to search live.
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Cheapest flights found
21 Dec 2026, Mon
Virgin Australia VA 637
01:05
CBR Canberra Airport
05:10
CNS Cairns Airport
4h 5m 1 stop
Clickavia
$216
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23 Dec 2026, Wed
Virgin Australia VA 637
01:05
CBR Canberra Airport
05:10
CNS Cairns Airport
4h 5m 1 stop
Clickavia
$216
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24 Dec 2026, Thu
Virgin Australia VA 637
01:05
CBR Canberra Airport
05:10
CNS Cairns Airport
4h 5m 1 stop
Clickavia
$216
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25 Dec 2026, Fri
Virgin Australia VA 637
01:05
CBR Canberra Airport
05:10
CNS Cairns Airport
4h 5m 1 stop
Clickavia
$216
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26 Dec 2026, Sat
Virgin Australia VA 1213
01:40
CBR Canberra Airport
05:50
CNS Cairns Airport
4h 10m 1 stop
Clickavia
$216
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21 Dec 2026, Mon
Virgin Australia VA 252
22:35
CBR Canberra Airport
03:20
CNS Cairns Airport
4h 45m 1 stop
Trip.com
$224
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Route characteristics
Distance
2 069 km
Flight time
2h 56m
Time difference
-1h
Minimum price
from $216 (21.12.2026)
Average price
$223
Maximum price
$260
Departures per week
1
Cheapest day
Wednesday
Departure airports (1)
CBR Canberra Airport
Arrival airports (1)
CNS Cairns Airport
Airlines (1)
VA Virgin Australia
Agencies (2)
Clickavia Trip.com
Prices by day of week
Monday
$216
avg $220
Wednesday
$216
avg $216
Cheapest
Thursday
$216
avg $216
Friday
$216
avg $216
Saturday
$216
avg $216
Airlines — cheapest prices 1
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
7 flights · 6 days
$216
Where to buy tickets 2
Clickavia
5 tickets · 5 days
from $216
Trip.com
2 tickets · 2 days
from $224
Airports

From — Canberra (1)

  • CBR Canberra Airport

To — Cairns (1)

  • CNS Cairns Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Canberra — Cairns
How long is the flight from Canberra to Cairns?
Approximate flight time — 2h 56m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Canberra to Cairns?
The straight-line distance — 2 069 km.
How much do flights from Canberra to Cairns cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $216 on 21.12.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $223. Range: $216 — $260.
What is the time difference between Canberra and Cairns?
The difference — -1h.
From which airports does Canberra operate flights?
From Canberra: CBR (Canberra Airport).
To which airports in Cairns do flights arrive?
To Cairns: CNS (Cairns Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 1 airline: Virgin Australia.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Wednesday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Canberra — Cairns

Flights Canberra — Cairns is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 2 069 km. Flight time 2h 56m. Time difference -1h.

From Canberra (CBR) flights depart from 1 airport: CBR. To Cairns (CNS) — 1 arrival airport: CNS.

1 airline operate on this route: Virgin Australia.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $216 (21.12.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $223, ranging from $216 to $260. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Wednesday.

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