Q: How many flights are there between Brisbane and Cairns per day?

Each day, there are between 12 and 16 direct flights that take off from Brisbane and land in Cairns, with an average flight time of 2h 25m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 102 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: How many flights are there between Brisbane and Cairns per day?

Each day, there are between 12 and 16 direct flights that take off from Brisbane and land in Cairns, with an average flight time of 2h 25m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 102 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: What’s the earliest departure time from Brisbane to Cairns?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Brisbane at 06:00 and will be landing in Cairns at 08:25.

Question 1

How many flights are there between Brisbane and Cairns per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 12 and 16 direct flights that take off from Brisbane and land in Cairns, with an average flight time of 2h 25m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 102 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Brisbane and Cairns per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 12 and 16 direct flights that take off from Brisbane and land in Cairns, with an average flight time of 2h 25m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 102 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

Which airlines fly most frequently between Brisbane and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Brisbane and Cairns are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Qantas Airways (49 flights per week), Virgin Australia (33 flights per week), and Jetstar (20 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

Which airlines fly most frequently between Brisbane and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Brisbane and Cairns are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Qantas Airways (49 flights per week), Virgin Australia (33 flights per week), and Jetstar (20 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What’s the earliest departure time from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Brisbane at 06:00 and will be landing in Cairns at 08:25.

Question 6

What’s the latest departure time from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Brisbane to Cairns jets off at 20:50 and lands at 23:20.

Question 7

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Brisbane to Cairns flight route.

Question 8

On which days can I fly direct from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns on a daily basis.

Question 9

Is there anything to eat at Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you’re looking for a bite to eat after your flight, you can find something to suit you in the Domestic Terminal of the Cairns Airport. Hudsons Coffee can offer you a quick pastry and a shot of caffeine to keep you going, or there’s the Macchinetta Coffee just outside the terminal where you can sit down in the fresh air.

Question 10

How do I get from Cairns Airport to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There aren’t any public transport options available to take you from the Cairns Airport into the city centre. There are a few private shuttle and bus companies that offer shared services to your destination of choice, including Excellence Coaches or Cairns Bus Charters. Many visitors to Cairns use the CairnsTaxi from the taxi ranks directly outside the Domestic Terminal. It takes about 10 minutes to get to downtown Cairns.

Question 11

What parking is available at the Brisbane Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you need to leave your car somewhere during your flight from Brisbane to Cairns, Brisbane Airport has several different parking options available to suit all kinds of travellers. Premium long-term parking can be found directly outside the Domestic Terminal on Level 3, next to the skywalk. Budget-friendly travellers can choose between open or undercover parking with AIRPARK, who also offer a shuttle service from the carparks to the terminal.

Question 12

Is there anywhere I can relax before my flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Brisbane Airport offers many opportunities to relax before your flight. If you enjoy shopping, you can use the free shuttle to head over to the Skygate Mall where you can find a range of shopping and eateries, or just relax at the Anton & Blair hair salon. Massage and acupuncture are also available there at the Chi Link spa.

Question 13

Where can I store my luggage at Cairns or Brisbane Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you need to store some luggage during your stay in Cairns, you can find self-service storage lockers at the Cairns Airport undercover, near the Terminal 2 Carpark. Storage for oversized items is also available. If you prefer to leave your luggage at the Brisbane Airport, storage is available outside the Virgin and Qantas areas of the Domestic Terminal.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Brisbane to Cairns is March, where tickets cost ₹ 11,426 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 18,282 and ₹ 15,997 respectively.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Brisbane to Cairns is March, where tickets cost ₹ 11,426 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 18,282 and ₹ 15,997 respectively.

Question 16

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Brisbane to Cairns. <a href='/flight-routes/Brisbane-BNE/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Brisbane is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Brisbane-BNE/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Brisbane with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Brisbane-BNE/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Brisbane up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Brisbane-BNE/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

How often are flights from Brisbane to Cairns delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Brisbane and Cairns historically see delays in approximately 21% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 98 minutes.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Aruba Airlines has experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Friday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 24

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Brisbane and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 25

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Brisbane and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Brisbane to Cairns, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Brisbane to Cairns, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Brisbane to Cairns is March, where tickets cost ₹ 11,426 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 18,282 and ₹ 15,997 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Brisbane to Cairns, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Brisbane and Cairns?

Brisbane and Cairns are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Qantas Airways (49 flights per week), Virgin Australia (33 flights per week), and Jetstar (20 flights per week).

How often are flights from Brisbane to Cairns delayed?

Weekly flights between Brisbane and Cairns historically see delays in approximately 21% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 98 minutes.

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

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

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

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Friday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

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

Based on our data, Aruba Airlines has experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Brisbane and Cairns?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Brisbane and Cairns per day?

What’s the earliest departure time from Brisbane to Cairns?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Brisbane at 06:00 and will be landing in Cairns at 08:25.

What’s the latest departure time from Brisbane to Cairns?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Brisbane to Cairns jets off at 20:50 and lands at 23:20.

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Is there anything to eat at Cairns Airport?

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What parking is available at the Brisbane Airport?

Is there anywhere I can relax before my flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

Where can I store my luggage at Cairns or Brisbane Airport?

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Brisbane to Cairns?

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Brisbane to Cairns flight route.

On which days can I fly direct from Brisbane to Cairns?

There are direct flights from Brisbane to Cairns on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Brisbane to Cairns.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Brisbane to Cairns?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Brisbane is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Brisbane to Cairns?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Brisbane with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Brisbane to Cairns?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Brisbane up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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