CairnstoBrisbaneFlight Time
CNS–BNE · Nonstop
Cairns (Cairns Airport) to Brisbane (Brisbane Airport).
The estimated flight time from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE) is about 2h 22m, covering 864 miles. Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly the route nonstop with 10-11/day departures.
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| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~2h 22m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 864 mi | Nonstop | 10-11/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Cairns to Brisbane
Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar operate 10-11/day flights from CNS to BNE.
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qantas | 4-5/day | Airbus A220, Boeing 737, Embraer E-Jet | — |
| Virgin Australia | 3-4/day | Boeing 737 · Seat map |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
BNE to CNS flights — 12-13/day on 3 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for CNS, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 74 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Cairns to Brisbane?
The estimated flight time from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE) is about 2h 22m, based on the 864-mile flying distance.
How far is Cairns from Brisbane?
Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE) is about 864 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Cairns to Brisbane?
Yes. Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE), with 10-11/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Brisbane (BNE).
What aircraft fly from Cairns to Brisbane?
The CNS–BNE route is flown with Airbus A220, Airbus A320 family, Boeing 737, Embraer E-Jet.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Brisbane
- OOL - Gold CoastGold Coast Airport · 59 mi from BNEFlights to OOL