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Cheap flights from Cairns to Hobart from A$275
There are no direct flights from Cairns to Hobart. The easiest way is one stop via Melbourne or Sydney, about 6h 10m door to door, with fares from A$275.
No direct flights · 5 connection options From 4h 55m Cheapest in January Prices checked 14 days ago
Cairns to Hobart at a glance
Cheapest one-wayA$275Virgin Australia · 1 stop · Mon 4 JanFastest journey4h 55mVirgin Australia · 1 stop
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Melbourne or Sydney
Best ways to fly from Cairns to Hobart
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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CNS Melbourne (MEL) HBA
Leg 1: Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia · Leg 2: Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia
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CNS Sydney (SYD) HBA
Leg 1: Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia · Leg 2: Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia
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CNS Brisbane (BNE) HBA
Leg 1: Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia · Leg 2: Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Cheapest dates from Cairns to Hobart
The lowest one-way fares found recently, cheapest first. Prices change; click through for the live fare.
Good to know
- Distance
- 2,891 km1,795 miles
- Journey time
- 4h 55mfastest found
- Time difference
- +1hHobart vs Cairns
- Currency in Hobart
- AUD
- Airports
- CNS → HBA
Flights from Cairns to Hobart: questions answered
How much is a flight from Cairns to Hobart?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently is A$275 with 1 stop, departing in January. Prices change constantly, so search your dates for the live fare.
Are there direct flights from Cairns to Hobart?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Hobart?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 4h 55m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 2,891 km.
Where do you change planes between Cairns and Hobart?
The best connecting points are Melbourne (MEL), Sydney (SYD), Brisbane (BNE) and Adelaide (ADL). Jetstar Airways flies both legs via Melbourne, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Cairns and Hobart?
Cairns: Cairns International Airport (CNS). Hobart: Hobart International Airport (HBA).
What is the time difference between Cairns and Hobart?
Hobart is 1 hour ahead of Cairns.





