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Flight deals from Cairns to Perth

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Cairns to Perth? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Perth.C$322 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 29, returning Sat, Dec 6.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Sat, Nov 29, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Sat, Dec 6, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$322, select.
Perth.C$366 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 7, returning Sat, Aug 9.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Thu, Aug 7, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Sat, Aug 9, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$366, select.
Perth.C$368 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 28, returning Thu, Nov 6.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Tue, Oct 28, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$368, select.
Perth.C$374 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 19, returning Thu, Feb 26.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Thu, Feb 19, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$374, select.
Perth.C$392 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 27, returning Sat, Nov 29.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Thu, Nov 27, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Sat, Nov 29, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$392, select.
Perth.C$407 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jan 16, returning Thu, Feb 12.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Fri, Jan 16, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Thu, Feb 12, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$407, select.
Perth.C$432 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 15, returning Thu, Jan 22.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Thu, Jan 22, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$432, select.
Perth.C$456 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 6, returning Tue, Sep 16.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in Perth.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Perth on Tue, Sep 16, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$456, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Perth

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Perth flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from C$584
Jun
from C$546
Jul
from C$483
Aug
from C$366
Sep
from C$456
Oct
from C$498
Nov
from C$392
Dec
from C$494
Jan
from C$432
Feb
from C$374
Mar
from C$704
Apr
from C$638

Direct flights from Cairns to Perth

Cairns to Perth: Alternative routes

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Cairns to Perth: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$322
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time5 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Perth: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cairns to Perth is C$322. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Perth.
Qantas, Jetstar and Emirates fly direct from Cairns to Perth.
There are 11 flights per week flying from Cairns to Perth, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Perth is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Perth but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Perth is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Perth.

Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport is 5 hours 10 minutes.

  • Perth's timezone is UTC+8, making Perth two hours behind Cairns.

  • Every week, there are ten Cairns Airport to Perth Airport flights. To take off early, opt for the 07:05 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:55 with Virgin Australia Regional.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CNS to PER flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetstar is your gateway to discovering Perth (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Jetstar is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • Jetstar is the most punctual carrier operating CNS to PER flights, with 70.0% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CNS and PER:

    • Adelaide Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Perth Airport (PER)

  • Currently, C$179 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Perth Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$322. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Book two months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CNS to PER.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from CNS to PER is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • Of the flights that depart from Cairns Airport, 71.55% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Cairns Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to CNS? If you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)

Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth

  • From Perth Airport, Perth is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Perth in February.

  • Book your flight from Cairns Airport to Perth Airport for January if you'd like to go to Perth during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CNS to PER in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Rockingham is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Perth. Around 40 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Penguin Island, The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Australia, consider Mandurah, roughly 64 kilometres south of Perth. Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Cairns to Perth

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