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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Cairns from C$ 979

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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
45h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.
CNS
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YVR
18h 50m
1 stop
C$ 1,824Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
25h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
18h 50m
1 stop
C$ 1,941Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
45h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
25h 25m
2 stops
C$ 2,069Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
31h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
18h 50m
1 stop
C$ 2,102Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
25h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
25h 50m
2 stops
C$ 2,197Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Air New Zealand Logo
7:00 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
45h 45m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
9:25 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
45h 05m
2 stops
C$ 2,244Air New Zealand
Mon, 12 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
25h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 p.m. - 8:07 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
24h 32m
2 stops
C$ 2,331Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
25h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
CNS
-
YVR
46h 10m
3 stops
C$ 2,356Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:45 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.
YVR
-
CNS
30h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 p.m. - 12:46 p.m.
CNS
-
YVR
34h 36m
2 stops
C$ 2,432Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 May - Sat, 16 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.
YVR
-
CNS
39h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.
CNS
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YVR
37h 20m
1 stop
C$ 2,477Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

Air New Zealand flights from Vancouver to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Vancouver to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
12 Oct
YVR7:00 p.m.Vancouver Intl
45h 45m
2 stops
CNS9:45 a.m.Cairns
31 Oct
CNS9:25 a.m.Cairns
45h 05m
2 stops
YVR1:30 p.m.Vancouver Intl
C$ 2,244
Air New Zealand
8 May
YVR8:55 p.m.Vancouver Intl
42h 45m
2 stops
CNS8:40 a.m.Cairns
22 May
CNS6:00 a.m.Cairns
25h 00m
2 stops
YVR2:00 p.m.Vancouver Intl
C$ 2,809
Air New Zealand
14 Oct
YVR3:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl
38h 30m
3 stops
CNS10:45 p.m.Cairns
31 Oct
CNS5:00 p.m.Cairns
43h 27m
3 stops
YVR7:27 p.m.Vancouver Intl
C$ 2,996

Air Canada flights from Vancouver to Cairns

Our best Air Canada deals on Vancouver to Cairns flight tickets
Air Canada
8 May
YVR10:50 p.m.Vancouver Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CNS3:55 p.m.Cairns
22 May
CNS4:35 p.m.Cairns
54h 54m
2 stops
YVR6:29 a.m.Vancouver Intl
C$ 2,653
Air Canada
8 May
YVR11:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl
23h 35m
2 stops
CNS3:55 p.m.Cairns
22 May
CNS4:35 p.m.Cairns
54h 54m
2 stops
YVR6:29 a.m.Vancouver Intl
C$ 2,683
Air Canada
12 May
YVR11:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
CNS11:10 a.m.Cairns
16 May
CNS4:35 p.m.Cairns
30h 54m
2 stops
YVR6:29 a.m.Vancouver Intl
C$ 2,690

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 96,600 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2026.
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VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 14/10

8:20 a.m.-10:45 p.m.

3 stops45h 25m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

12:35 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

1 stop18h 50m

C$ 1,824
Quickest round-trip

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

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

1 stop25h 00m

Cairns

Thu 29/10

12:35 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

1 stop18h 50m

C$ 1,941

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 14/10

8:20 a.m.-10:45 p.m.

3 stops45h 25m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

6:00 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

2 stops25h 25m

C$ 2,069

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

10:30 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

2 stops31h 40m

Cairns

Thu 29/10

12:35 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

1 stop18h 50m

C$ 2,102

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

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

1 stop25h 00m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

6:00 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops25h 50m

C$ 2,197

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

7:00 p.m.-9:45 a.m.

2 stops45h 45m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

9:25 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

2 stops45h 05m

C$ 2,244

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 14/10

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

1 stop25h 00m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

12:35 p.m.-8:07 p.m.

2 stops24h 32m

C$ 2,331

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

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

1 stop25h 00m

Cairns

Thu 29/10

6:40 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

3 stops46h 10m

C$ 2,356

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Tue 12/5

1:45 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

2 stops30h 10m

Cairns

Sat 16/5

7:10 p.m.-12:46 p.m.

2 stops34h 36m

C$ 2,432

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

11:35 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop39h 55m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

12:05 p.m.-8:25 a.m.

1 stop37h 20m

C$ 2,477

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How often are flights from Vancouver to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Vancouver and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 154 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Vancouver to Cairns flights?

According to our data, Air Canada has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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Fastest flight time

25h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Vancouver to Cairns takes 25h 00m
There are no direct flights from Vancouver to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Vancouver to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Vancouver to Cairns

  • How far is Vancouver to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Vancouver to Cairns is 11494.9 km. Typically, this will take 25h 00m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Vancouver to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Cairns Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Vancouver to Cairns

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom C$ 1,297Free CancellationRating
8.1
240 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom C$ 1,746Free CancellationRating
8.0
638 reviews
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