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Cheapest return flight
RM 2,875
Typical prices: RM 2,603-RM 3,782
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/10Sat 27/10
KUL - CNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
RM 1,208
Typical prices: RM 1,149-RM 1,827
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/10
KUL - CNS • 2 stops
Top airlines
Qantas Airways
Best reviews • 7.5 score
Airline reviews
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 27% price drop
November
Most popular
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Cheap Flights to Cairns

 
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Recent return flight deals to Cairns

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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08:40 - 08:20KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
21h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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09:45 - 01:00CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
17h 15m2 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
RM 2,875Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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07:10 - 08:20KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
23h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:40 - 10:15CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
29h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi
RM 3,050Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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08:40 - 08:20KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
21h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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09:45 - 01:00CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
17h 15m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
RM 3,102Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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20:40 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
18h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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17:40 - 20:25CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 45m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi
RM 4,591Qantas Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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20:40 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
18h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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17:40 - 20:25CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 45m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi
RM 4,599Qantas Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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20:40 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
18h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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06:00 - 22:20CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
18h 20m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi
RM 4,611Qantas Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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20:40 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
18h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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17:40 - 20:25CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 45m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi
RM 4,611Qantas Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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17:00 - 11:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
16h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane
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17:40 - 20:25CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 45m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi
RM 4,656Qantas Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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20:40 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
18h 30m1 stop Brisbane
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20:35 - 14:30CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
19h 55m1 stop Melbourne
RM 4,660Qantas Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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17:00 - 11:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
16h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane
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17:40 - 20:25CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 45m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi
RM 4,668Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Malaysia to Cairns flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Malaysia to Cairns with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Cairns?

Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns is the cheapest route at RM 2,875 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Cairns?

A return flight to Cairns costs RM 3,106 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport average RM 2,986.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cairns?

Morning flights to Cairns are the cheapest at RM 2,712 return on average. Night flights are the most expensive at RM 3,989.

What is a good deal for flights to Cairns?

Flights under RM 2,603 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Cairns at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport RM 2,475
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Key details for flights to Cairns

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

RM 1,208
Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns

When to book flights to Cairns

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Cairns based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Cairns, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Cairns?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Cairns are from:
    • Kuala Lumpur, from RM 2,875 return

  • How do I know if a flight to Cairns is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Cairns is around RM 2,603 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Cairns?

    Qantas Airways is the most popular airline for KAYAK users flying to Cairns and has the best on-time record at the destination's main airport.

Your guide to booking Cairns flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Cairns, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around RM 2,603 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Cairns in March. Return fares historically average RM 2,269 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to RM 1,277 per return. Morning flights to Cairns average RM 2,712 compared to RM 3,989 for evening flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

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