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What is the best way to travel from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Brisbane Airport from Cairns. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
30h 50m
$381
$407
4
Flight
2h 10m
$153
$321
53

What is the cheapest way to reach Brisbane Airport from Cairns?

You can get to Brisbane Airport with just $153 by taking a Flight from Jetstar Airways, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $173
tomorrow
from $391
Tuesday
from $153
Wednesday
from $172
Thursday
from $395
Friday
from $381
Saturday
from $395

    Cheapest Flights today

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    10:45 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $173
  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $174
  • Alliance Airlines
    2h 15m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $202
  • Virgin Australia
    22h 55m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    4:30 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $232
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 20m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    11:35 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $244
  • Cheapest Buses today

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $385
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $412

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $391
  • Greyhound Australia
    30h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $392
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $452
  • Greyhound Australia
    34h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $467

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $153
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 20m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $162
  • Alliance Airlines
    2h 15m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    11:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $247
  • Qantas Airways
    7h 55m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:40 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $447
  • Air Niugini
    6h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    1:40 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Air Niugini
    Economy
    from $1,017
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    30h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $382
  • Greyhound Australia
    34h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $409

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Virgin Australia
    2h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:20 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $172
  • Jetstar Airways
    8h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    5:25 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $179
  • Alliance Airlines
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $228
  • Qantas Airways
    6h 20m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    6:55 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $511
  • Air Niugini
    26h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    9:40 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Air Niugini
    Economy
    from $673
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $390
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $417

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $395
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $422

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound Australia
    30h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $381
  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $388
  • Greyhound Australia
    34h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $409
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $415

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $395
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $422

What are the fastest trips from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

You can get to Brisbane Airport from Cairns in just 2h 10m with a Flight from Jetstar Airways. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 2h 10m
tomorrow
from 6h 50m
Tuesday
from 2h 15m
Wednesday
from 2h 15m
Thursday
from 7h 0m
Friday
from 6h 50m
Saturday
from 7h 0m

    Fastest Flights today

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    10:45 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $173
  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $174
  • Alliance Airlines
    2h 15m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $202
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 20m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    11:35 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $244
  • Virgin Australia
    22h 55m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    4:30 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $232
  • Fastest Buses today

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $385
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $412

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • Greyhound Australia
    30h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $392
  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $391
  • Greyhound Australia
    34h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $467
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $452

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $153
  • Alliance Airlines
    2h 15m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    11:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $247
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 20m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $162
  • Air Niugini
    6h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    1:40 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Air Niugini
    Economy
    from $1,017
  • Qantas Airways
    7h 55m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:40 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $447
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    30h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $382
  • Greyhound Australia
    34h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $409

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Alliance Airlines
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $228
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 20m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    8:20 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $172
  • Qantas Airways
    6h 20m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    6:55 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $511
  • Jetstar Airways
    8h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    5:25 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $179
  • Air Niugini
    26h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns Airport
    Cairns Airport
    9:40 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Air Niugini
    Economy
    from $673
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $390
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $417

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $395
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $422

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound Australia
    30h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $381
  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $388
  • Greyhound Australia
    34h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    5:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $409
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $415

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound Australia
    31h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $395
  • Greyhound Australia
    35h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Cairns
    Bus Stop
    6:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $422
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cairns to Brisbane Airport

What are the most popular stations in Cairns and Brisbane Airport?

In Cairns, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Pier Point or City Centre Bus station, while in Brisbane Airport you will be arriving at Brisbane Airport, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Brisbane Airport from Cairns? With 6 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cairns and Brisbane Airport, you can pay as low as $153 with a Flight from Jetstar Airways.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Jetstar Airways: you will get to Brisbane Airport in just 2h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cairns and Brisbane Airport are Greyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways and Virgin Australia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cairns and Brisbane Airport is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Edge Hill or to Kelvin Grove, and look at flights from Cairns Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

The most popular companies between Cairns and Brisbane Airport, are Greyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways and Virgin Australia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound Australia

Airlines: Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, Alliance Airlines and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Cairns to Brisbane Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cairns to Brisbane Airport. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cairns to Brisbane Airport

How can I reach Brisbane Airport from Cairns?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Brisbane Airport from Cairns.

How far is Brisbane Airport from Cairns?

The distance between Cairns and Brisbane Airport is 862.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cairns and Brisbane Airport?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 37 kgs of CO2, a train 49 kgs, a car 236 kgs, and a flight 342 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

You can get to Brisbane Airport with just $153 by taking a Flight from Jetstar Airways.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Brisbane Airport?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Brisbane Airport in just 2h 10m with a Flight from Jetstar Airways.

More routes to Cairns and to Brisbane Airport

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cairns and to Brisbane Airport. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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