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Toronto.$1,568 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 5, returning Tue, Jun 10.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Cairns on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, Jun 10, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,568, select.
Toronto.$1,712 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 2, returning Sun, Mar 9.Round-trip flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from Cairns on Sun, Mar 2, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from Toronto Pearson International on Sun, Mar 9, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,712, select.
Toronto.$1,976 per passenger.Departing Sat, Apr 12, returning Sat, Apr 19.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Cairns on Sat, Apr 12, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Toronto Pearson International on Sat, Apr 19, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,976, select.
Toronto.$2,477 per passenger.Departing Fri, Mar 28, returning Thu, Apr 3.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Cairns on Fri, Mar 28, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Toronto Pearson International on Thu, Apr 3, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,477, select.

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Cairns to Toronto: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,568
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Toronto: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Toronto: Toronto Island, Toronto Pearson International, Hamilton, and Kitchener / Waterloo.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cairns to Toronto is $1,568. 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 Cairns to Toronto. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,568.
There are no flights flying from Cairns to Toronto, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Toronto is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Cairns Airport, the cheapest airport near Toronto is Toronto Pearson International – which is 20.4 km away from the center of Toronto. We've found flights to this airport from $1,568.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Toronto on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Toronto. 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 Toronto 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 Toronto is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around -0°C. July is typically the warmest month in Toronto, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Toronto.

Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Toronto: what you need to know

  • Cairns Airport is located in Cairns. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is 14 hours behind Cairns.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from CNS to Toronto. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Traveling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Finding a stopover on your flight from CNS to Toronto is easy. Whether you're eager to potentially save on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A popular stop is Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • If you have a passport from Australia, you'll need an ETA to visit Canada. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Cairns Airport to Toronto for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're traveling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.

  • Traveling from central Cairns to CNS takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near CNS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Toronto

  • $708 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cairns Airport to Toronto. Return flights start at $1,568. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CNS to Toronto, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Cairns Airport to Toronto.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from CNS to Toronto couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairns Airport to Toronto.

Airports in Toronto

Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the center of Toronto takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometers away.

  • Traveling to the center by public transport takes around 49 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometers from the center of Toronto. Once you've disembarked your flight from Cairns Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take about 39 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from CNS to Toronto:

Best time to go to Toronto

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Toronto. To avoid the crowds, head for Toronto in February when it's quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Cairns Airport to Toronto for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from CNS to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.

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