FlightsHotelsFlight + HotelCars
Opodo is now available in the following countries:
Or you can visit ourglobal site
  1. Flights
  2. Australia
  3. Cairns
  4. Ballina - Cairns

Book cheap flights from Ballina to Cairns from $189

Flights
Hotels
Flight + Hotel
Car rental
Date
Date
1

Explore the best deals

Discover the cheapest flights from Ballina to Cairns
emptyFilter
Filter by
Fri, 3 July - Tue, 7 July
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
BNK - CNS
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
CNS - BNK
663$
645$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 14 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
BNK - CNS
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
CNS - BNK
654$
647$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 24 July - Thu, 30 July
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
BNK - CNS
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
CNS - BNK
698$
680$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 24 July
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
BNK - CNS
208$
189$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 18 July
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
BNK - CNS
223$
203$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 14 Aug
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
BNK - CNS
257$
250$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, 1 July
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
BNK - CNS
326$
304$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Ballina to Cairns

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of August. Take advantage of this per
Filter by
week: 24 Aug - 30 Aug
Flights from just $148
$252
$305
$319
$219
$180
$292
$321
$246
$148
$275
$263
JuneJulyAugustSeptember
Distance: 1548 kms
Ballina airports
Byron Gateway (BNK)How far from city centre: 1 kms
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms

Get the Best Deals on Flights from Ballina to Cairns

Discover the best last-minute airfares and cheap prices from Ballina to Cairns with Opodo Australia. Avoid overspending on flight tickets and start planning your perfect getaway. Opodo offers a hassle-free booking experience, providing access to top airline carriers and the most competitive prices.


Find the best flights that fit your needs

When do you want to depart from Ballina? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Cairns. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


Book all in one place

But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Ballina to Cairns and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Ballina to Cairns

How long does the flight take to go from Ballina to Cairns?
The total flight time between Ballina and Cairns is of around 5 h and 20 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,548.44 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Ballina to Cairns?
When you fly from Ballina to Cairns the average price is $603. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Ballina to Cairns at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Ballina to Cairns is $189. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
When is the best time to book a flight from Ballina to Cairns?
The most popular months to book a trip from Ballina to Cairns are April, January and July, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Ballina to Cairns?
The best time of the year to go to Cairns when flying from Ballina depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, June is the top 1º month to fly to Cairns from Ballina in terms of searches from our customer, followed by July and September. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, April and January are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Ballina - Cairns.
How is the weather in Cairns compared to Ballina?
While in Ballina temperatures can reach an average of 23º ºC in summer, Cairns's temperatures can rise to 28º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 22º ºC in Cairns, compared to the 15º ºC average in Ballina.

Plan your trip

Popular Flight RoutesOther popular routes to explore