How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

Flight times from British Columbia to Cairns vary, but if you’re flying out of Vancouver and flying into Cairns (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 50m on average. Another popular route from British Columbia to Cairns is flying from Abbotsford to Cairns, which will take roughly 29h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from British Columbia to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights from British Columbia to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from British Columbia to Cairns Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from British Columbia to Cairns Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from British Columbia to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from British Columbia to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:45 a.m. - 4:35 a.m.YVR-CNS

24h 50m1 stop

11:55 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.CNS-YVR

37h 35m1 stop

C$ 1,789Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec

2:00 a.m. - 5:45 a.m.YVR-CNS

57h 45m2 stops

11:55 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.CNS-YVR

37h 40m1 stop

C$ 1,856Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 30 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb

8:00 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.YVR-CNS

54h 20m2 stops

11:55 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.CNS-YVR

37h 40m1 stop

C$ 1,898Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 31 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb

8:20 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.YVR-CNS

23h 45m2 stops

11:45 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.CNS-YVR

21h 50m2 stops

C$ 2,160Qantas Airways

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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec

8:40 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.YVR-CNS

41h 55m2 stops

5:35 p.m. - 1:25 p.m.CNS-YVR

37h 50m2 stops

C$ 2,274Fiji Airways

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Sat, 31 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb

10:25 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.YVR-CNS

33h 40m3 stops

6:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.CNS-YVR

24h 30m2 stops

C$ 2,365Air New Zealand

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Sat, 31 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb

10:25 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.YVR-CNS

33h 40m3 stops

6:00 a.m. - 9:10 p.m.CNS-YVR

33h 10m3 stops

C$ 2,444Air New Zealand

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Sat, 31 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb

8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.YVR-CNS

33h 00m2 stops

6:05 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.CNS-YVR

39h 30m1 stop

C$ 2,469Qantas Airways

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Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb

12:05 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.YVR-CNS

46h 45m2 stops

2:50 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.CNS-YVR

38h 10m2 stops

C$ 2,963Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 8 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb

12:05 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.YVR-CNS

38h 30m2 stops

2:50 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.CNS-YVR

47h 45m2 stops

C$ 2,972Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 8 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb

Air New Zealand flights from British Columbia to Cairns

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Air New Zealand

31 Jan

YVR10:25 a.m.Vancouver Intl

33h 40m

3 stops

CNS2:05 p.m.Cairns

11 Feb

CNS6:00 a.m.Cairns

24h 30m

2 stops

YVR12:30 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,365

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Air New Zealand

31 Jan

YVR10:25 a.m.Vancouver Intl

33h 40m

3 stops

CNS2:05 p.m.Cairns

11 Feb

CNS6:00 a.m.Cairns

33h 10m

3 stops

YVR9:10 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,444

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Qantas Airways flights from British Columbia to Cairns

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Qantas Airways

3 Dec

YVR8:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl

23h 45m

2 stops

CNS2:05 p.m.Cairns

10 Dec

CNS11:45 a.m.Cairns

21h 50m

2 stops

YVR3:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,160

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Qantas Airways

9 Feb

YVR8:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

33h 00m

2 stops

CNS11:00 a.m.Cairns

13 Feb

CNS6:05 p.m.Cairns

39h 30m

1 stop

YVR3:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,469

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Qantas Airways

9 Feb

YVR8:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

36h 05m

2 stops

CNS2:05 p.m.Cairns

13 Feb

CNS6:05 p.m.Cairns

39h 30m

1 stop

YVR3:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 2,476

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VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/12

9:45 a.m.-4:35 a.m.

1 stop24h 50m

Cairns

Wed 10/12

11:55 a.m.-7:30 a.m.

1 stop37h 35m

C$ 1,789

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 30/1

2:00 a.m.-5:45 a.m.

2 stops57h 45m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

11:55 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

1 stop37h 40m

C$ 1,856

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/1

8:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops54h 20m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

11:55 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

1 stop37h 40m

C$ 1,898

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 3/12

8:20 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops23h 45m

Cairns

Wed 10/12

11:45 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

2 stops21h 50m

C$ 2,160

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/1

8:40 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

2 stops41h 55m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

5:35 p.m.-1:25 p.m.

2 stops37h 50m

C$ 2,274

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/1

10:25 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

3 stops33h 40m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

6:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops24h 30m

C$ 2,365

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/1

10:25 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

3 stops33h 40m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

6:00 a.m.-9:10 p.m.

3 stops33h 10m

C$ 2,444

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops33h 00m

Cairns

Fri 13/2

6:05 p.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop39h 30m

C$ 2,469

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/2

12:05 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

2 stops46h 45m

Cairns

Fri 13/2

2:50 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops38h 10m

C$ 2,963

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/2

12:05 a.m.-8:35 a.m.

2 stops38h 30m

Cairns

Fri 13/2

2:50 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

2 stops47h 45m

C$ 2,972

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 1,035. Flights from British Columbia to Cairns on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 1,442. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Flying to Cairns from British Columbia in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 1,049 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of C$ 1,965.

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Prices for flights from British Columbia to Cairns Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from British Columbia to Cairns Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from British Columbia to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from British Columbia to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from British Columbia to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from British Columbia to Cairns

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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom C$ 883	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 209 reviews		Search Fiji Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom C$ 1,803	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 521 reviews		Search Air New Zealand flights

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