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PERCNSSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareA$1,080Qantas Airways
Fastest7h 30mgate to gate
Options found35flights on this route
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Qantas Airways
QF-936
10:35
2026-10-03
Perth (PER)Perth International
28H :20 M
1 Stop
BNE
· 21h 25m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
16:55
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,498
Flight DetailsPER to CNS - 28H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-936
10:35
2026-10-03
Perth (PER)Perth International
26H :25 M
1 Stop
BNE
· 19h 30m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
15:00
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,509
Flight DetailsPER to CNS - 26H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-1740
09:00
2026-10-03
Perth (PER)Perth International
23H :05 M
1 Stop
DRW
· 17h 05m Darwin (DRW), Australia
10:05
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,537
Flight DetailsPER to CNS - 23H :05 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 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$1,080Qantas Airways22:55
Earliest departureA$1,292Virgin Australia06:00
Shortest durationA$1,189Virgin Australia10:40
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
A$1,189Virgin Australia at 10:40Afternoon
12:00-17:59
A$1,216Qantas Airways at 16:40Evening
18:00-23:59
A$1,080Qantas Airways at 22:55
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Perth (PER)
Perth International
Australia
GMT 8
Latitude: -31.94029998779297
Longitude: 115.96700286865234
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -16.885799408
Longitude: 145.755004883
Distance: Perth (PER), Australia to Cairns (CNS), Australia - 3,431.92 km
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How to travel Perth to Cairns
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹74,050Longer — includes a stop35 options
Air distance is about 3,432 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Perth to Cairns
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QA
Qantas Airways Flights
from A$1,08019 flights
Fares from
A$1,080
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
19 — compare timings in the list above
VI
Virgin Australia Flights
from A$1,18916 flights
Fares from
A$1,189
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
16 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
7h 30m · Virgin Australia
First departure of the day
06:00 · Virgin Australia
Last departure of the day
22:55 · Qantas Airways
Options in this snapshot
35
Airport codes
Perth–PER, Cairns–CNS
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 35 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 22:55. The fastest flight takes about 7h 30m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from A$1,080, Morning from A$1,189, Afternoon from A$1,216. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Perth 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 Perth to Cairns, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$1,080. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Perth from Cairns by air?
The direct air distance between Perth (PER) and Cairns (CNS) is about 3,432 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from PER to CNS?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Perth 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 Perth to Cairns?
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia 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 Perth to Cairns?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 7h 30m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Perth 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 Perth to Cairns flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Perth to Cairns for the dates currently loaded is A$1,080. Fares on the same dates run up to A$1,965, 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 Perth to Cairns flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 22:55, local time at Perth. 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: 3,431.92 km.
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Lowest Perth to Cairns airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
A$1,080
03/10/2026
Qantas Airways
22:55
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
A$1,059
13/10/2026
Qantas Airways
22:55
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
A$1,026
12/12/2026
Qantas Airways
22:55
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Perth to Cairns Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Perth and Cairns is approximately 3,432 KM. The flight duration ranges from 7H :30 M up to 30H :55 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Perth to Cairns Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 35 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Perth at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 22:55. Flights depart from Perth International and land at Cairns.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Perth to Cairns
Aerial Distance
3,432 KM
Flight Duration
7H :30 M - 30H :55 M
Airport Codes
Perth - PER, Cairns - CNS
Total Flights Available
35 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 22:55
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
9 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
3 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
6 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
6 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
PER: Perth International airport. Perth International 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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