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Cheap flights from Hobart to Cairns

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Flight deals from Hobart to Cairns

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hobart to Cairns? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairns.$170 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hobart on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.
Cairns.$174 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hobart on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $174, select.
Cairns.$194 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Hobart on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $194, select.
Cairns.$194 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Hobart on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $194, select.
Cairns.$195 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hobart on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $195, select.
Cairns.$195 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Hobart on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $195, select.
Cairns.$196 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hobart on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.
Cairns.$205 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hobart on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $205, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hobart to Cairns

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hobart to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $214
May
from $170
Jun
from $174
Jul
from $195
Aug
from $205
Sep
from $196
Oct
from $217
Nov
from $221
Dec
from $194
Jan
from $194
Feb
from $195
Mar
from $298

Hobart to Cairns: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Hobart to Cairns below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairns.

Hobart to Cairns: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$170
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Hobart to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Hobart to Cairns is $348. 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 Hobart to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from $348.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Hobart to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Hobart to Cairns is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hobart Airport to Cairns Airport on Saturday, 17 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Hobart 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, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Hobart.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HBA to CNS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between HBA and CNS:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • Currently, $170 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $348. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from HBA to CNS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from HBA to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Hobart International Airport (HBA)

  • 59.98% of flights leaving from Hobart International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Hobart International Airport from central Hobart, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking an early flight from Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HBA:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • Book a hotel close to CNS if you're on a late Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Pick up a Cairns Airport rental car and explore Cairns and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • Cairns Airport to the centre of Cairns has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Cairns in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Hobart International Airport to Cairns Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from HBA to CNS in August if you'd rather travel during 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 places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

  • Bowen is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No trip is complete without seeing Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.

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