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OOLCNSSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareA$817Virgin Australia
Fastest5h 25mgate to gate
Options found54flights on this route
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Virgin Australia
VA-518
11:20
2026-10-03
Gold Coast (OOL)Gold Coast (coolangatta)
7H :05 M
1 Stop
SYD
· 2h 20m Sydney (SYD), Australia
18:25
2026-10-03
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,032
Flight DetailsOOL to CNS - 7H :05 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Virgin Australia
VA-518
11:20
2026-10-03
Gold Coast (OOL)Gold Coast (coolangatta)
28H :35 M
1 Stop
SYD
· 23h 50m Sydney (SYD), Australia
14:55
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,040
Flight DetailsOOL to CNS - 28H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Virgin Australia
VA-730
09:05
2026-10-03
Gold Coast (OOL)Gold Coast (coolangatta)
11H :15 M
1 Stop
MEL
· 5h 25m Melbourne (MEL), Australia
20:20
2026-10-03
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,084
Flight DetailsOOL to CNS - 11H :15 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareA$817Virgin Australia18:20
Earliest departureA$893Virgin Australia06:00
Shortest durationA$1,266Virgin Australia06:00
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
A$893Virgin Australia at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
A$861Virgin Australia at 16:20Evening
18:00-23:59
A$817Virgin Australia at 18:20
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Gold Coast (OOL)
Gold Coast (coolangatta)
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -28.1644001007
Longitude: 153.505004883
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -16.885799408
Longitude: 145.755004883
Distance: Gold Coast (OOL), Australia to Cairns (CNS), Australia - 1,484.32 km
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How to travel Gold Coast to Cairns
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹55,988Longer — includes a stop54 options
Air distance is about 1,484 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Gold Coast to Cairns
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VI
Virgin Australia Flights
from A$81749 flights
Fares from
A$817
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
49 — compare timings in the list above
QA
Qantas Airways Flights
from A$9735 flights
Fares from
A$973
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
5 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
5h 25m · Virgin Australia
First departure of the day
06:00 · Virgin Australia
Last departure of the day
19:05 · Virgin Australia
Options in this snapshot
54
Airport codes
Gold Coast–OOL, Cairns–CNS
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 54 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 19:05. The fastest flight takes about 5h 25m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from A$817, Afternoon from A$861, Morning from A$893. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Gold Coast to Cairns flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Gold Coast to Cairns, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$817. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Gold Coast from Cairns by air?
The direct air distance between Gold Coast (OOL) and Cairns (CNS) is about 1,484 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from OOL to CNS?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Gold Coast to Cairns option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Gold Coast to Cairns?
Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Gold Coast to Cairns?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 5h 25m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Gold Coast to Cairns flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Gold Coast to Cairns flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Gold Coast to Cairns for the dates currently loaded is A$817. Fares on the same dates run up to A$2,211, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Gold Coast to Cairns flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 19:05, local time at Gold Coast. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,484.32 km.
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Lowest Gold Coast to Cairns airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
A$817
03/10/2026
Virgin Australia
18:20
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
A$800
13/10/2026
Virgin Australia
18:20
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
A$776
12/12/2026
Virgin Australia
18:20
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Gold Coast to Cairns Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Gold Coast and Cairns is approximately 1,484 KM. The flight duration ranges from 5H :25 M up to 29H :50 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Gold Coast to Cairns Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 54 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Gold Coast at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 19:05. Flights depart from Gold Coast (coolangatta) and land at Cairns.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Gold Coast to Cairns
Aerial Distance
1,484 KM
Flight Duration
5H :25 M - 29H :50 M
Airport Codes
Gold Coast - OOL, Cairns - CNS
Total Flights Available
54 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 19:05
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
10 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
15 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
18 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
OOL: Gold Coast airport. Gold Coast airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
CNS: Cairns airport. Cairns airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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