On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Rockhampton to Cairns. The distance between the cities is approximately 870 km, and regular flights are operated about once a week.
Flights on this route are provided by Qantas. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so we recommend using our low-price calendar and price trend chart. Before your trip, it is also worth checking how to get to Rockhampton Airport and how to reach the city center from Cairns Airport.
The table shows direct flights Rockhampton → Cairns on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Qantas. Departures from Rockhampton Airport airports, arrivals at Cairns Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Rockhampton — Cairns by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $189 in ,, and the most expensive are around $215 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Rockhampton → Cairns, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $218 | high | May | $186 | medium | Sep | $148 | low |
| Feb | $154 | low | Jun | $212 | high | Oct | $180 | medium |
| Mar | $160 | low | Jul | $224 | high | Nov | $173 | medium |
| Apr | $180 | medium | Aug | $218 | high | Dec | $218 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cairns is characterized by distinct seasonal rainfall: January is the wettest month (481 mm), while the period from August to October is the driest and sunniest. July is considered the coolest and most comfortable time, with an average temperature of around 20°C.
Budget-wise, August is the most favorable month to fly, with ticket prices starting $189. Prices peak in December and January—tickets will cost $214—and high fares are also observed in April.
The optimal time for a trip is September: during this period, rainfall remains low, and flight prices are below the annual peaks. It is best to avoid the period from December to March due to tropical downpours.
Regular air service on this route is provided by Qantas (QF), which is the only major carrier for this destination. On average, about one flight per week is operated, so the choice of dates is limited. To check the schedule for specific days and confirm departure times, please use the interactive list and airline cards below.
Flights Rockhampton — Cairns depart from Rockhampton Airport and arrive at Cairns Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The exact duration depends on weather conditions and the type of aircraft.
The primary operator on this route is the Australian airline Qantas (QF), which operates direct flights between the cities.
Yes, direct flights exist; however, they operate with low frequency—averaging once a week.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can find the current minimum price in the low-price calendar block on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Cairns International Airport (CNS).
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