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Virgin Australia Flights from Cairns (CNS)

Virgin Australia operates 3 direct destinations from Cairns (CNS). Popular routes include Brisbane Airport (BNE), Sydney (SYD), Melbourne Airport (MEL). Flights operate daily with 70+ weekly departures.

Most frequent routes:

Brisbane Airport (BNE) (35/week)
Sydney (SYD) (21/week)
Melbourne Airport (MEL) (14/week)

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How Many Destinations Does Virgin Australia Serve from Cairns (CNS)?

Virgin Australia serves 3 direct destinations from Cairns (CNS), operating 70 weekly departures.

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Overall Connectivity Score

75

Excellent
Route Diversity

3

Direct Routes

Virgin Australia serves 3 destinations from CNS

Weekly Frequency

70

Weekly Flights

Trend: Growing

Top 3 Most Frequent Routes - Details
RouteWeekly FlightsDurationDistanceReliability
CNSBrisbane Airport (BNE) (BNE)
35/week
2h 10m - 2h 20m870 km
Very Stable
CNSSydney (SYD) (SYD)
21/week
1h 55m - 3h 00m1,232 km
Moderate
CNSMelbourne Airport (MEL) (MEL)
14/week
2h 25m - 3h 30m1,445 km
Moderate

Direct Virgin Australia Destinations from CNS

Cairns (CNS)Brisbane Airport (BNE)
35 weekly
2h 10m - 2h 20m
870 km
Domestic
Duration

2h 10m - 2h 20m

Distance

870 km (541 miles)

Aircraft Type

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

Popularity
Very Popular
Very Stable
Cairns (CNS)Sydney (SYD)
21 weekly
1h 55m - 3h 00m
1232 km
Domestic
Duration

1h 55m - 3h 00m

Distance

1232 km (766 miles)

Aircraft Type

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

Popularity
Popular
Moderate
Cairns (CNS)Melbourne Airport (MEL)
14 weekly
2h 25m - 3h 30m
1445 km
Domestic
Duration

2h 25m - 3h 30m

Distance

1445 km (898 miles)

Aircraft Type

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

Popularity
Less Popular
Moderate

All Virgin Australia Routes from CNS

DestinationWeekly FlightsDurationDistanceAircraftStatus

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

35

2h 10m - 2h 20m

870 km

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2
Domestic
Very Stable

Sydney (SYD)

21

1h 55m - 3h 00m

1232 km

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2
Domestic
Moderate

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

14

2h 25m - 3h 30m

1445 km

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2
Domestic
Moderate

Domestic vs International Routes

3

Domestic Routes

0

International Routes

Aircraft Types Used

Virgin Australia uses the following aircraft types on routes from Cairns (CNS):

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2
10

Departures

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns (CNS)
10

Arrivals

Virgin Australia flights to Cairns (CNS)
3

Destinations

Served from here
3

Origins

Cities with flights to

Most Popular Routes

Cairns (CNS)Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Domestic

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

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Virgin Australia Flight Schedule - Departures from Cairns (CNS)

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Virgin Australia Flight Schedule - Arrivals to Cairns (CNS)

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Virgin Australia Terminal Information at Cairns (CNS)

All Virgin Australia flights operate from Terminal 2 at Cairns (CNS) airport.

Terminal Phone: 00 61 7 3295 2296

Virgin Australia Departures from Cairns (CNS)

FlightAirlineDestinationDepartureArrivalAircraft

VA770

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

06:00

08:20:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA776

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Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

09:15

11:35:00

Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger

VA780

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

11:40

14:00:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA784

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

14:40

17:00:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA786

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

17:20

19:40:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1292

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

11:45

16:10:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1302

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

23:55

04:20:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1416

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sydney (SYD)

10:55

14:55:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1422

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sydney (SYD)

15:45

19:45:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1426

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sydney (SYD)

17:35

21:35:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

Virgin Australia Arrivals to Cairns (CNS)

FlightAirlineOriginDepartureArrivalAircraft

VA771

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

06:10

08:35:00

Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger

VA775

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

08:35

11:00:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA783

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

11:35

14:00:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA785

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

14:15

16:40:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA799

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

20:40

23:05:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1293

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

08:35

11:05:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1301

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Melbourne Airport (MEL)

21:25

23:55:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1413

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sydney (SYD)

08:10

10:15:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1419

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sydney (SYD)

12:50

14:55:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

VA1421

Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia

Sydney (SYD)

14:40

16:45:00

Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2

Cities with Virgin Australia flights to Cairns (3 of 3)

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Weather & Climate at Cairns (CNS)

24.7°C

Avg Temperature

202mm

Avg Rainfall

12.2km/h

Avg Wind Speed

77%

Avg Humidity

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Best Time to Book Flights to Cairns (CNS)

Best Booking Window

Book 2-3 months in advance for best prices

Booking Tip

Avoid booking during extreme weather months for better deals

Peak Travel Months

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Expect higher prices and more crowds during these months. Book early to secure better rates.

Recommended Months

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These months offer the best balance of weather, prices, and availability.

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Best Months to Fly Virgin Australia to Cairns (CNS)

Best Months

2025-04
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Optimal conditions for travel with favorable weather, prices, and availability.

Challenging Months

2025-01
2025-02
2025-03
2025-12

These months may have less favorable conditions. Plan accordingly and book early.

Extreme Conditions

2025-01
2025-02
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These months may have extreme weather or conditions. Travel with caution and proper preparation.

Seasonal Insight

Best travel months: 2025-04, 2025-05, 2025-06, 2025-07, 2025-08, 2025-09, 2025-10, 2025-11

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Virgin Australia flights depart from Cairns (CNS) daily?

Virgin Australia operates 10 departures from Cairns (CNS) daily.

How many Virgin Australia flights arrive at Cairns (CNS) daily?

Virgin Australia operates 10 arrivals at Cairns (CNS) daily.

How many destinations does Virgin Australia serve from Cairns (CNS)?

Virgin Australia serves 3 destinations from Cairns (CNS): Brisbane Airport (BNE), Melbourne Airport (MEL), Sydney (SYD).

How many origins does Virgin Australia receive flights from to Cairns (CNS)?

Virgin Australia receives flights from 3 origins to Cairns (CNS): Brisbane Airport (BNE), Melbourne Airport (MEL), Sydney (SYD).

What aircraft types does Virgin Australia use at Cairns (CNS)?

Virgin Australia uses Boeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2, Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger at Cairns (CNS).

What is the Virgin Australia terminal phone number at Cairns (CNS)?

The Virgin Australia terminal phone number at Cairns (CNS) is 00 61 7 3295 2296 (Terminal 2).

What are the earliest and latest Virgin Australia departure times from Cairns (CNS)?

The earliest Virgin Australia flight departs at 06:00 and the latest departs at 23:55.

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