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How popular is this Brisbane to Cairns flight route?

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The Brisbane to Cairns flight path was viewed by 56 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 2

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Cairns round-trip?

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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Cairns round-trip from $172. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now. Find deals

Question 3

How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

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The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date. Find deals

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns (average of $459). Flying from Brisbane to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $642). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options. Find deals

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Brisbane to Cairns flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Weekly flight availability from Brisbane to Cairns

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The most flights from BNE to CNS are scheduled on a Sunday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Question 9

What are the most reliable airlines from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Brisbane to Cairns on time: Jetstar (86%), American Airlines (79%), United Airlines (77%).

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 110% on the overall cost on flights from Brisbane to Cairns.

Question 11

How far in advance should I book a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Brisbane to Cairns, book at least 30 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 41% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $300 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $403.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Cairns?

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March is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cairns from Brisbane. Prices for March average $271 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $120. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a March flight can save you 27% on your journey compared to booking in December

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BNE to CNS?

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When flying from Brisbane to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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Can I find deals for flights from Brisbane to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Brisbane to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns.

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Can I find deals for business class flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Deals for Brisbane to Cairns flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Brisbane to Cairns?

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Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Brisbane to Cairns by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

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Can Cheapflights find flights from Brisbane to Cairns with no change fees?

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Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Brisbane to Cairns flexibly with Cheapflights today.

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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Brisbane to Cairns become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Cairns from Brisbane today and book when prices fit your budget.

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	$280
Good round-trip deal	$132 or less
Good one-way deal	$106 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$172	Average$350	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$205	Average$262	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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