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Flight deals from Cairns to Gold Coast

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P8,848. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Gold Coast.P4,238 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,238, select.
Gold Coast.P5,052 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,052, select.
Gold Coast.P5,238 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,238, select.
Gold Coast.P5,522 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,522, select.
Gold Coast.P5,599 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,599, select.
Gold Coast.P5,876 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,876, select.
Gold Coast.P5,907 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,907, select.
Gold Coast.P5,907 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,907, select.
Gold Coast.P6,515 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,515, select.
Gold Coast.P6,549 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,549, select.
Gold Coast.P6,556 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,556, select.
Gold Coast.P8,430 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Gold Coast.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,430, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Gold Coast

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Gold Coast flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from P5,907
Jul
from P5,052
Aug
from P5,522
Sep
from P4,238
Oct
from P5,238
Nov
from P5,907
Dec
from P6,556
Jan
from P6,549
Feb
from P5,876
Mar
from P5,599
Apr
from P6,515
May
from P8,430

Direct flights from Cairns to Gold Coast

Cairns to Gold Coast: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairns to Gold Coast below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gold Coast.

Gold Coast

17km from central Gold Coast
Closest
from P4,238
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Brisbane

77km from central Gold Coast
Cheapest
from P3,789
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Cairns to Gold Coast: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP4,238
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Gold Coast: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Gold Coast is P8,848. 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.
2 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Gold Coast.
Qantas, Jetstar and IndiGo fly direct from Cairns to Gold Coast.
As of June 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Cairns to Gold Coast.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Gold Coast is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport on Saturday, 18 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 18 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 Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gold Coast.

Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport.

  • Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, which is the same as Cairns.

  • Flights from CNS to OOL start at 07:50 — the earliest with Jetstar. The last departure is at 19:25 with Jetstar. In total, there are seven weekly Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport flights.

  • Your CNS to OOL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Jetstar has direct flights from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Gold Coast — and maybe even more of Australia if your schedule allows.

  • Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • Jetstar is the most punctual carrier that offers CNS to OOL flights. A dependable 96.83% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CNS and OOL:

    • Sydney Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Adelaide Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight is P4,238. A return fare right now is P8,848. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from CNS to OOL by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from CNS to OOL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

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

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • 74% of flights that leave from Cairns Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is around 6 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to CNS:

Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast

  • Gold Coast Airport to central Gold Coast has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometers away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Gold Coast. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport for January if you'd like to explore Gold Coast during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to OOL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've done Gold Coast, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel about 72 kilometers north-west to Brisbane to tick off its popular sights. From Gallery of Modern Art to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and South Bank Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

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