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Cheapest return flight
£113
Typical prices: £123-£202
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Thu 18/1Sat 27/1
CNS - OOL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£56
Typical prices: £70-£131
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Sat 24/2
CNS - OOL • Direct
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You can fly direct with Jetstar. Average duration is 2h 16m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Coolangatta (CNS-OOL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Coolangatta

Mon, 18 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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09:45 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 15mdirect
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£113Jetstar
Fri, 9 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
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09:40 - 11:55CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 15mdirect
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06:30 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 35mdirect
£139Jetstar
Wed, 2 Dec - Thu, 3 Dec
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09:45 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 15mdirect
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£163Jetstar
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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09:45 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 15mdirect
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£164Jetstar
Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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09:45 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 15mdirect
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£166Jetstar
Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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07:50 - 10:10CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£167Jetstar
Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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09:45 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
8h 05m1 stop Melbourne
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£177Jetstar
Thu, 24 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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15:30 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 20mdirect
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18:30 - 20:50OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 20mdirect
£198Jetstar
Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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14:40 - 22:15CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
7h 35m1 stop Melbourne
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£200Jetstar
Thu, 26 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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09:45 - 12:00CNS  Cairns-OOL Coolangatta Gold Coast
2h 15mdirect
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06:40 - 09:05OOL  Coolangatta Gold Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 25mdirect
£201Jetstar
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Coolangatta flights

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Coolangatta?

Return flights from Cairns to Coolangatta typically range from £123 to £202. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £113 on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Coolangatta?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Coolangatta. It's 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Coolangatta?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Coolangatta at £112 return.
•August (£240) and July (£190) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 114% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cairns to Coolangatta the cheapest?

Flights from Cairns to Coolangatta are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cairns to Coolangatta flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

£56
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cairns to Coolangatta

When to book flights from Cairns to Coolangatta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairns to Coolangatta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairns to Coolangatta flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairns to Coolangatta:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:50 and lands at 10:06
    • Latest: departs at 15:30 and lands at 17:46.

    The flight takes about 2h 16m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Coolangatta.

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    A direct flight from Cairns to Coolangatta takes 2h 16m, covering 922 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Coolangatta flight?

    Return flights from Cairns to Coolangatta range from £123 to £202, with an average of £154 over the past 12 months. Anything below £123 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cairns to Coolangatta flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 51% above the £154 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £152 return, compared with £309 via a stopover through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £18–£49 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Cairns to Coolangatta spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cairns to Coolangatta flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Coolangatta looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Coolangatta are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £143, which is 55% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL)?

    Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport (OOL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • OCR Car Rentals
    • Alpha
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • EverythingFleet

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    Flights from Cairns to Coolangatta usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Coolangatta pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cairns to Coolangatta pass through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Cairns to Coolangatta. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £128 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £180, a difference of £53.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Cairns to Coolangatta?

    Only Jetstar operates flights between Cairns and Coolangatta.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairns to Coolangatta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Coolangatta flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average £128, about £53 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Coolangatta trip for May. Fares historically average £112 return in that month – typically £128 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport.

    • Kirra Beach Tourist Park

Prefer to fly direct from Cairns to Coolangatta?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cairns Airport to Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cairns to Coolangatta Gold Coast

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Coolangatta Gold Coast to Cairns

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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