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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Cairns from C$ 1,771

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CNS
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,771

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July
3/4-28/5
  • 3/4-28/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 97h 30m total
  • Vancouver to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2025.

Thu 3/41:40 a.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops59h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/511:40 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 1,771
Mon 31/39:20 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop26h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 28/56:45 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop27h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3C$ 2,068
Wed 30/710:40 p.m.YVR - CNS
1 stop24h 15mAir Canada
Sun 10/86:00 a.m.CNS - YVR
1 stop17h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 2,138
Thu 3/47:55 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops26h 35mAir New Zealand
Sun 25/56:00 a.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops25h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/3C$ 2,225
Wed 2/43:00 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops35h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/56:00 a.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 2,830
Thu 3/46:40 p.m.YVR - CNS
2 stops53h 20mLufthansa
Mon 26/56:15 p.m.CNS - YVR
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3C$ 3,022

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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, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to Cairns that are best for you.

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Vancouver

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Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/7

10:40 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop24h 15m

Cairns

Sun 10/8

6:00 a.m.-6:35 a.m.

1 stop17h 35m

C$ 2,138

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/7

10:40 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop24h 15m

Cairns

Sun 10/8

9:30 p.m.-6:35 a.m.

2 stops26h 05m

C$ 2,158

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/7

5:25 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

2 stops36h 25m

Cairns

Sun 10/8

6:45 a.m.-12:04 a.m.

2 stops34h 19m

C$ 2,243

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/7

4:15 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

3 stops47h 20m

Cairns

Sun 10/8

6:35 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops36h 30m

C$ 2,447

VancouverCairns

YVR - CNS

YVRCNS

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/7

5:15 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

3 stops53h 40m

Cairns

Fri 15/8

6:00 a.m.-1:12 p.m.

2 stops24h 12m

C$ 3,270

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Deals found on 27/3

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

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 March 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 47% on flights from Vancouver to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 mm 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.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 28 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,986 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,956 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Vancouver?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Vancouver to Cairns. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cairns from Vancouver; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Vancouver per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Cairns airport from Vancouver. It is only a 4.4 km journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city centre.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver to Cairns round-trip from C$ 2,068. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from C$ 2,225, and Air Canada, from C$ 2,398.

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Vancouver to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapestC$ 897AverageC$ 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 2,038AverageC$ 2,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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