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C$ 840 Cheap flights to Cairns

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10:45 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CNS Cairns
24h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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7:10 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
C$ 1,985Multiple Airlines
Fri, 28 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep
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10:45 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CNS Cairns
24h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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12:40 p.m. - 6:50 a.m.CNS  Cairns-YVR Vancouver Intl
59h 10m2 stops Nadi Honolulu
C$ 2,054Multiple Airlines
Fri, 28 Aug - Sat, 12 Sep
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10:45 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CNS Cairns
24h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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7:10 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
C$ 2,114Multiple Airlines
Sat, 29 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep
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10:45 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CNS Cairns
24h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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7:10 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
C$ 2,123Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
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10:20 p.m. - 11:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CNS Cairns
20h 20m1 stop Nadi
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12:40 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YVR Vancouver Intl
18h 25m1 stop Nadi
C$ 2,723Fiji Airways
Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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10:20 p.m. - 11:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CNS Cairns
20h 20m1 stop Nadi
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12:40 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YVR Vancouver Intl
18h 25m1 stop Nadi
C$ 2,761Fiji Airways
Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
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6:10 p.m. - 11:10 a.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
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6:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
48h 29m3 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl
C$ 2,932Air Canada
Sun, 13 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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6:10 p.m. - 11:10 a.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
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6:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
48h 29m3 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl
C$ 3,138Air Canada
Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
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4:10 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CNS Cairns
31h 45m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:00 a.m. - 5:04 p.m.CNS  Cairns-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
26h 04m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
C$ 3,261Air Canada
Sat, 6 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb
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1:10 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CNS Cairns
34h 45m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:00 a.m. - 7:10 a.m.CNS  Cairns-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
40h 10m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
C$ 3,270Air Canada
Sat, 6 Feb - Wed, 10 Feb

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VancouverCairns

YVR Vancouver Intl - CNS Cairns

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 28/8

10:45 a.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop24h 45m

Cairns

Thu 17/9

7:10 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops40h 30m

C$ 1,985

VancouverCairns

YVR Vancouver Intl - CNS Cairns

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Fri 28/8

10:45 a.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop24h 45m

Cairns

Sat 12/9

12:40 p.m.-6:50 a.m.

2 stops59h 10m

C$ 2,054

VancouverCairns

YVR Vancouver Intl - CNS Cairns

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Sat 29/8

10:45 a.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop24h 45m

Cairns

Thu 17/9

7:10 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops40h 30m

C$ 2,114

VancouverCairns

YVR Vancouver Intl - CNS Cairns

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/9

10:45 a.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop24h 45m

Cairns

Thu 17/9

7:10 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops40h 30m

C$ 2,123
Quickest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR Vancouver Intl - CNS Cairns

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/9

10:20 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

1 stop20h 20m

Cairns

Thu 10/9

12:40 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop18h 25m

C$ 2,723

VancouverCairns

YVR Vancouver Intl - CNS Cairns

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Thu 3/9

10:20 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

1 stop20h 20m

Cairns

Thu 17/9

12:40 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop18h 25m

C$ 2,761

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 13/9

6:10 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

2 stops27h 00m

Cairns

Tue 6/10

6:00 a.m.-4:29 p.m.

3 stops48h 29m

C$ 2,932

TorontoCairns

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - CNS Cairns

YYZCNS

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 13/9

6:10 p.m.-11:10 a.m.

2 stops27h 00m

Cairns

Wed 7/10

6:00 a.m.-4:29 p.m.

3 stops48h 29m

C$ 3,138

MontrealCairns

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - CNS Cairns

YULCNS

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 6/2

4:10 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops31h 45m

Cairns

Wed 10/2

6:00 a.m.-5:04 p.m.

2 stops26h 04m

C$ 3,261

MontrealCairns

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - CNS Cairns

YULCNS

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 6/2

1:10 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

3 stops34h 45m

Cairns

Wed 10/2

6:00 a.m.-7:10 a.m.

2 stops40h 10m

C$ 3,270

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How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

Flight times from Canada to Cairns vary, but if you’re flying out of Toronto Pearson Intl and flying into Cairns (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 29h 10m on average. Another popular route from Canada to Cairns is flying from Vancouver Intl to Cairns, which will take roughly 19h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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Summary info about Cairns flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

C$ 840

Best Round-Trip Price

C$ 1,797

Fastest flight time

24h 40m
The best one-way flight price to Cairns from Canada in the last 5 days is C$ 840 (Edmonton to Cairns).
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The best round-trip flight price to Cairns from Canada in the last 5 days is C$ 1,797 (Vancouver Intl to Cairns).
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The fastest flight to Cairns from Canada takes 24h 40m (Abbotsford to Cairns).
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Cairns

Is there an alternative airport near Cairns?

Those flying to Cairns could potentially find better pricing at Bloomfield Airport (126 km from Cairns city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

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

Prices for flights to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

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As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights to Cairns Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Cairns Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Montreal to Cairns Flightsfrom C$ 1,674
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