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Flight deals from Lisbon Airport to Cairns Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lisbon Airport to Cairns Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $3,112. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairns.$860 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Lisbon on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $860, select.
Cairns.$879 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Apr.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lisbon on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $879, select.
Cairns.$1,208 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Lisbon on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,208, select.
Cairns.$1,258 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Lisbon on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,258, select.
Cairns.$1,632 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Lisbon on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,632, select.
Cairns.$1,679 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lisbon on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,679, select.
Cairns.$1,700 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Lisbon on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,700, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lisbon to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
from $1,258
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Lisbon to Cairns: Alternative routes

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

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Finding cheap flights from Lisbon to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lisbon to Cairns is $2,016. 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 Lisbon to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,016.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Lisbon to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Cairns is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lisbon Airport to Cairns Airport on Sunday, 28 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lisbon 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, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • Cairns is ten hours ahead of Lisbon and is in the UTC+10 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your LIS to CNS flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Cairns Airport flight is $860. A return plane ticket right now is $2,016. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LIS to CNS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cairns Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LIS to CNS.

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

Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)

  • Of all flights departing from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Lisbon Portela Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LIS:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • If you have a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Cairns Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CNS:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Cairns Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience more of Cairns and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Cairns. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cairns Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cairns in February.

  • The warmest month in Cairns is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIS to CNS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've done Cairns, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to check off its must-visit sights. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.

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