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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 127 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Gold Coast.127 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 127 €, select.

Gold Coast.140 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.

Gold Coast.140 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.

Gold Coast.140 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.

Gold Coast.141 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.

Gold Coast.146 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 146 €, select.

Gold Coast.152 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 152 €, select.

Gold Coast.152 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 152 €, select.

Gold Coast.156 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.

Gold Coast.160 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 160 €, select.

Gold Coast.165 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 165 €, select.

Gold Coast.177 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 177 €, select.

Gold Coast.178 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 178 €, select.

Gold Coast.190 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr, returning Thu, 15 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 190 €, select.

Gold Coast.202 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Fri, 12 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 202 €, select.

Gold Coast.203 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Gold Coast on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 203 €, 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 July.

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Cairns to Gold Coast: Alternative routes

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Cairns to Gold Coast: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	127 €
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	20

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

How much are return flights from Cairns to Gold Coast?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Gold Coast is 127 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Cairns to Gold Coast?

2 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Gold Coast.

Which airlines fly direct from Cairns to Gold Coast?

Qantas, Jetstar and IndiGo fly direct from Cairns to Gold Coast.

How many flights are there a week from Cairns to Gold Coast?

As of June 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Cairns to Gold Coast.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Gold Coast?

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Gold Coast is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport on?

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.

Can I get a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 18 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Gold Coast?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Gold Coast?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns Airport to Gold Coast with?

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 61 €. A return fare right now is 127 €. 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 kilometres. 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)

Consider staying in a hotel near OOL if you're taking a late Cairns Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Rental and venture far and wide through Gold Coast and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport around one week before your trip.

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 kilometres 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 kilometres 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.