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Cairns.£214 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gladstone on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Gladstone.Price includes taxes and charges.From £214, select.
Cairns.£215 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gladstone on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Gladstone.Price includes taxes and charges.From £215, select.
Cairns.£215 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gladstone on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Gladstone.Price includes taxes and charges.From £215, select.
Cairns.£226 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gladstone on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Gladstone.Price includes taxes and charges.From £226, select.
Cairns.£226 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gladstone on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Gladstone.Price includes taxes and charges.From £226, select.
Cairns.£358 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Thu, 15 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gladstone on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Gladstone.Price includes taxes and charges.From £358, select.

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Gladstone to Cairns: Alternative routes

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Gladstone to Cairns: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£215
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Gladstone to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Gladstone to Cairns is £215. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Gladstone to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from £215.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Gladstone to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Gladstone to Cairns is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport on Saturday, 10 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Gladstone Airport and Cairns Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Cairns 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 Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Gladstone Airport (GLT) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

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

  • Leave enough time to make your GLT to CNS flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport. Many travellers pass through Brisbane Airport when flying between GLT and CNS.

How to find the cheapest flights from Gladstone Airport (GLT) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • Currently, £107 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £214. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from GLT to CNS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from GLT to CNS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport.

Handy information about Gladstone Airport (GLT)

  • Of the flights that depart from Gladstone Airport, 73.4% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Gladstone to Gladstone Airport is approximately 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.

  • Taking an early flight from Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to GLT:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and find adventure across Cairns and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • Cairns Airport is approximately 4 miles from the centre of Cairns. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cairns based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Gladstone Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to visit Cairns during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from GLT to CNS in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cairns. Around 180 miles away to the south, top sights here include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

  • Bowen is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 270 miles south-east of Cairns. No trip is complete without a visit to Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.

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