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Virgin Australia
8 Sep, Tue
Canberra – Cairns
4h 50m
1 stop
CBR–CNS
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Quick Flight Summary from Canberra to Cairns
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- Lowest recent price A$ 366
- Direct flight duration 4 hour 50 min
- Arrival airports CNS
- Best days to book Tuesday
- Average over the last 30 days A$ 366
Cheapest flights from Canberra to Cairns
Last update: 29 August 2026 03:21
Estimated Prices for Canberra to Cairns Flights
Cheapest Day8 September Tuesday
Best Price
A$ 369
Average Price
A$ 369
A$ 369
A$ 369
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Transportation to Airport from Canberra City Center
Canberra Airport
You can reach Canberra Airport From the city center very quickly by taxi. You can also use the airport shuttle buses. Car rental or transfer vehicles with driver are the most convenient transportation alternatives. There is no public transport to the airport directly from the city center. The nearest bus stop is approximately 2.5 kilometers from the airport.
Car Rental
Many car rental companies’ offices are located in the city center. Your hotel can help you with contact information. To go to the airport you should follow Fairbairn or Morshead Dr road for about 7 kilometers and follow the airport signposts. In normal traffic conditions, you can reach the airport within 10 minutes.
Taxi / Metro
It is possible to reach the airport in 10 minutes by taxi. But you should remember that the fare is about 50 dollars on average.
Shuttle
You can go to the airport by the Airport Express shuttle bus. Buses depart from Canberra city center, Russle, National Convention Center, London Circuit and YHA. Ticket costs 12 dollars. You can buy your ticket directly from the driver of the bus. The Airport Express buses do not serve on public holidays.
Limousine / Minivan
Transfer companies that serve luxury lovers pick their passengers up from the point of their wishes and take them to the airport with luxury cars, minivans and limousine-style vehicles. It is absolutely necessary to book these vehicles in advance. You can get help from your hotel for reservation, or you can find contact information on the internet.
Bus
You should take bus number 910 from the city center and get off at IKEA. This journey lasts an average of 15 minutes. From here, you can complete your journey by taxi as the airport is only 2.5 kilometers away.
Airport Information
Canberra Airport in the Australian capital, the eighth busiest airport in the country, was completely renovated in 2013. The airport is just a 10 minute drive from the city center. Today, there is a foreign exchange office, ATMs, a restaurant, 2 cafes and a book store at the airport. There is also a big hotel next to the airport.
Transportation to Cairns City Center from Airport
Cairns Airport
After arriving at Cairns Airport located approximately 7 kilometers north of the city of Cairns within the region of Queensland, Australia, you can prefer airport shuttles or reach the city with a taxi quickly. Another option is to rent a car from the airport. It is possible to reach the city center of Cairns from Cairns Airport within maximum 10-15 minutes.
Bus
The shuttles leaving right in front of the arrival terminal of Cairns Airport have different lines with the routes such as the city center of Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove, Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation. Besides, it is possible for you to arrive in the city center of Cairns by the Line 110 Buses, which are operated by the company of TRANSLink QLD and drive off every 20 minutes. With the single-use ticket prices varying between 4- and 6 Australian Dollars, these buses leave from the arrival terminal of Cairns Airport and go by the stops of McKenzie St, Smith Street, Lily St (Tobruk Pool), Rutherford St and the city center of Cairns, respectively.
Taxi
As soon as you come out of the arrival terminal of Cairns Airport, you will see the airport taxis which deliver services of transportation for 24/7. You can reach the city center of Cairns quickly and comfortably with the airport taxis by paying 20-25 Australian Dollars on average. If you do not want to prefer the airport taxis, you can call a taxi to the airport by calling the company of Cairns Taxi (+61 13 10 08).
Car Rental
If you consider renting a car at Cairns Airport, you should be early and definitely make your reservation in advance. Some of the car rental companies at Cairns Airport are Avis (07 4033 9555), Budget (07 4033 9777), Europcar (07 4034 9088), Hertz (07 4035 9299), Redspot (07 4034 9052) and Thrifty (07 4033 9800).
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How many kilometers is the flight distance from Canberra-Cairns and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Canberra-Cairns and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Canberra-Cairns is 2074 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 30 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Canberra-Cairns flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Canberra-Cairns flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Canberra-Cairns flights is Monday.
Canberra-Cairns: which airline is better value on this route?
Canberra-Cairns: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Virgin Australia starts from approximately A$ 369.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Virgin Australia | A$ 369 | — |
Last update: 29.08.2026
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