Cheap Flights from Perth to Cairns

Cheapest flights from Perth to Cairns

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Perth to Cairns. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$171

Jetstar

Direct flight

4h 20m

02/24/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Perth to Cairns departs on 02/24/2027, is operated by Jetstar and costs $171

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Perth to Cairns

The fastest flight

4h 20m

Fastest flight from Perth to Cairns takes 4h 20m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Su, Mo, We, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:50 AM

Latest flight

3:05 PM

Direct flights count

7

Distance

3441km

Timezone difference

2h

The distance between Perth and Cairns is 3441km (2133 miles). There are 7 direct flights from Perth to Cairns. The time difference between Perth and Cairns is 2h. Flights from Perth begin at 7:50 AM. The latest flight from Perth departs at 3:05 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Perth to Cairns by month

In different months, ticket prices from Perth to Cairns vary: minimum — $182 (January 2027), maximum — $370 (October 2026). Typically, the flight costs $276–$370.

January 2027

Lowest price

on average:

$182

October 2026

Highest price

on average:

$370

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The route Perth — Cairns is served by many carriers — 4 in total, including Jetstar, Airnorth, Indonesia AirAsia, and Virgin Australia. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $171) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

starting at $171

starting at $241

starting at $274

starting at $279

Non-stop flights from Perth to Cairns

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Perth to Cairns, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

12/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

JQ979

starting at $489

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

02/10/2027

Departure

Direct flight

TL361

starting at $241

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

02/12/2027

Departure

Direct flight

TL361

starting at $241

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

01/09/2027

Departure

Direct flight

JQ979

starting at $263

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

01/08/2027

Departure

Direct flight

TL361

starting at $263

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

04/02/2027

Departure

Direct flight

JQ979

starting at $270

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

01/27/2027

Departure

Direct flight

TL361

starting at $291

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

01/11/2027

Departure

Direct flight

TL361

starting at $365

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

02/24/2027

Departure

Direct flight

JQ979

starting at $206

Perth — Cairns

PER — CNS

10/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

JQ979

starting at $376

Schedule of direct flights from Perth to Cairns

There are most likely no direct flights on the Perth — Cairns route

Perth airports overview

Perth Airport

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PER

10km

Perth's main international and domestic hub in Western Australia, serving flights across Australia and to Asia, Europe and the Middle East; convenient for city access and nearby beaches.

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Cairns airports overview

Cairns Airport

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CNS

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Perth to Cairns?

The cheapest flight ticket from Perth to Cairns according to data for the last 48 hours costs $171

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Perth — Cairns?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Perth to Cairns is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Perth to Cairns?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Perth to Cairns can be found flying in these months: January, October.

How long does it take to fly from Perth to Cairns?

The fastest flights from Perth to Cairns start from 4 hours 20 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Perth to Cairns?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Perth — Cairns: Jetstar, Airnorth

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Perth to Cairns

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Perth to Cairns

Alternative routes

Adelaide ➜ Cairns•Bima ➜ Cairns•Banyuwangi ➜ Cairns•Darwin ➜ Cairns•Yogyakarta ➜ Cairns•Kupang ➜ Cairns•Malang ➜ Cairns•Maumere ➜ Cairns•Perth ➜ Brisbane•Perth ➜ Jayapura•Perth ➜ Darwin•Perth ➜ Lae•Perth ➜ Newcastle•Perth ➜ Port Moresby•Perth ➜ Saumlaki•Perth ➜ Townsville•Perth ➜ Toowoomba

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Cheapest one way flight

$171

Jetstar

Direct flight

4h 20m

02/24/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Perth to Cairns departs on 02/24/2027, is operated by Jetstar and costs $171

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Perth to Cairns

The fastest flight