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Cairns Regional, QLD Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cairns Regional brought in A$57,296 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 18% more than the Queensland average of A$48,565.
The short answer
Cairns Regional Airbnb Market at a Glance
Cairns Regional earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged A$447 a night and were booked on 41% of available nights, against A$385 and 46% for the Queensland average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.6 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 619 active listings, Cairns Regional is the eighth-largest of 134 Queensland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings shrank 23%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cairns Regional?
Gross bookings per Cairns Regional listing averaged A$57,296 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Queensland average: A$48,565), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Cairns Regional listing brings in A$12,500 in July, its best month, and A$3,520 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 37% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$13,900+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$8,830 or more, roughly A$4,100 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$4,740 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,360 or less, about half of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 3.6 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$12,700 A$3,150
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$6,730. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Cairns Regional Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$8,975 | 55.5% | A$482 | A$299 | 87 days | 5.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$7,939 | 49.9% | A$452 | A$256 | 84 days | 5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$5,512 | 40.6% | A$405 | A$184 | 72 days | 5.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$6,437 | 39.1% | A$441 | A$208 | 86 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$5,174 | 35.0% | A$421 | A$167 | 72 days | 4.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$3,145 | 30.5% | A$372 | A$112 | 52 days | 5.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$4,273 | 34.0% | A$379 | A$138 | 63 days | 4.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$5,075 | 38.2% | A$420 | A$169 | 88 days | 5.1 nights |
| May 2026 | A$5,004 | 39.2% | A$395 | A$161 | 65 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$7,696 | 49.6% | A$472 | A$257 | 102 days | 5.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$12,308 | 62.3% | A$514 | A$397 | 107 days | 5.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$8,671 | 56.6% | A$475 | A$280 | 92 days | 5.6 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
The typical Cairns Regional listing earns about A$4,740 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb income calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cairns Regional Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cairns Regional Airbnb took in A$57,296 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$3,130 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about A$5,900 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$5,060 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$3,560 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$2,700 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Cairns Regional Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$52,236 | A$97,250 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Cairns Regional bookings | A$5,060 | A$9,420 |
| Gross bookings | A$57,296 | A$106,670 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 88% of Cairns Regional listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$8,040 | −A$14,960 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$5,060 | −A$9,420 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$2,860 | −A$5,330 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$1,150 | −A$2,130 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,720 | −A$3,200 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$570 | −A$570 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$290 | −A$290 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$19,690 | −A$35,900 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$37,606about A$3,130 a month | A$70,770about A$5,900 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cairns Regional Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cairns Regional's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Cairns Regional home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Cairns Regional's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cairns Regional listings are booked on 65% or more of their nights, against 43% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$350 adds about A$3,520 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$535 a night or more, against a median of A$350. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about A$5,220 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about A$12,500, against A$3,520 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cairns Regional listings average 4.82 stars, and 40% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about A$8,890 a month, against A$4,770 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cairns Regional?
Cairns Regional listings were booked on 41% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Queensland average (46%) and 2 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 32% in February to 66% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 81%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 65% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 43% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 22% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Cairns Regional, February the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 46% 69% 31%
The 12-month rate of 41% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Cairns Regional?
The average nightly rate in Cairns Regional, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$447 over the past year, about 16% above the Queensland and Australia averages (both about A$385). In a typical year, rates peak in July at about A$520 and bottom out in February and November at about A$375.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$740+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$535 or more, about A$190 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$350 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$240 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 37% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$524 A$350
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$431.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Cairns Regional?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Cairns Regional it averaged A$200 over the past year, from about A$126 in a typical February to about A$404 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$402+ per open night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$264 or more, about A$120 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$149 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$80 or less, about half of the median.
July RevPAR is about 3.2 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$411 A$112
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$220. The 12-month RevPAR of A$200 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cairns Regional
Cairns Regional has one high season, June through September, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to May and slows again in November. A listing earns about 89% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Cairns Regional
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average A$12,500 A$3,520
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$6,730.
Revenue by month in Cairns Regional in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | A$5,630 |
| February | Low season | A$3,520 |
| March | Low season | A$4,540 |
| April | Low season | A$5,870 |
| May | Low season | A$5,620 |
| June | High season | A$7,420 |
| July | High season | A$12,500 |
| August | High season | A$9,500 |
| September | High season | A$7,840 |
| October | Shoulder season | A$6,870 |
| November | Low season | A$4,980 |
| December | Shoulder season | A$6,440 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–September | A$9,320 | 57% | A$476 |
| Shoulder seasonOctober, December | A$6,660 | 45% | A$424 |
| Low seasonJanuary–May, November | A$5,030 | 38% | A$404 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cairns Regional?
Guests book Cairns Regional stays 83 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 102 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 48 days. A typical July booking is made in early April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 76 days 107 days 44 days
The 12-month figure of 83 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Cairns Regional
None of the 619 active listings in Cairns Regional display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Cairns Regional.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cairns Regional
AirROI's area guide picks four Cairns Regional neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kuranda, Yorkeys Knob and Smithfield. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Kuranda | Known as the village in the rainforest, Kuranda offers a unique appeal with its markets, wildlife parks, and stunning surrounding nature. Popular for eco-tourists and adventure seekers. | Kuranda Scenic Railway, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Kuranda Markets, Birdworld Kuranda, Kuranda Koala Gardens |
| Yorkeys Knob | Popular with locals and tourists alike for its beach and relaxed environment. It's ideal for those looking for a quiet getaway close to the water. | Yorkeys Knob Beach, Cairns Golf Club, Water Sports, Marina Activities, Tropical Gardens |
| Smithfield | Located just a short drive from Cairns, it's close to the Skyrail and offers access to both city life and nature, making it perfect for adventurous travelers. | Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Smithfield Shopping Centre, Local Dining, Stoney Creek, Cairns Botanic Gardens |
| Ellis Beach | A long stretch of sandy beach with a relaxed vibe, ideal for backpackers and budget-conscious travelers looking for beach access without being in the city. | Ellis Beach, Beachside Camping, Local Bars, Scenic Walks, Tropical Environment |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Cairns Regional Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Cairns Regional are entire homes (95%), with private rooms at 4%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 65%, about 2.2 times the share of houses (29%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Cairns Regional Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 95%
- Private room 4%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 94.8% | 587 |
| Private room | 4.2% | 26 |
| Hotel room | 1.0% | 6 |
Listings by property type
Cairns Regional Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 65%
- House 29%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
- Others 2%
- Unique stay 1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 64.6% | 400 |
| House | 28.8% | 178 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.2% | 20 |
| Others | 1.9% | 12 |
| Unique stay | 1.3% | 8 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.2% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cairns Regional Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Cairns Regional (37% of entire homes), and 36% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 581 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Cairns Regional entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
7%
21%
37%
19%
14%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 6.7% | 39 |
| 1 bedroom | 20.7% | 120 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.8% | 214 |
| 3 bedrooms | 18.8% | 109 |
| 4 bedrooms | 13.9% | 81 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.1% | 18 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Cairns Regional
A typical studio in Cairns Regional earned A$15,400 over the past year, against A$123,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 39 | A$15,400 | A$20,800 | A$243 | 33% |
| 1 bedroom | 120 | A$19,500 | A$29,300 | A$276 | 40% |
| 2 bedrooms | 214 | A$39,500 | A$49,600 | A$401 | 42% |
| 3 bedrooms | 109 | A$60,200 | A$73,800 | A$540 | 43% |
| 4 bedrooms | 81 | A$84,100 | A$102,000 | A$673 | 48% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 18 | A$123,000 | A$203,000 | A$1,489 | 44% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cairns Regional Sleep?
The most common capacity in Cairns Regional is four guests (30% of listings), and 35% of listings sleep six or more.
Cairns Regional listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
<1%
25%
3%
30%
6%
17%
1%
17%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.5% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 24.6% | 148 |
| 3 guests | 3.5% | 21 |
| 4 guests | 30.1% | 181 |
| 5 guests | 6.0% | 36 |
| 6 guests | 16.6% | 100 |
| 7 guests | 1.5% | 9 |
| 8+ guests | 17.3% | 104 |
How Cairns Regional Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Cairns Regional hosts set up an average of 3 beds per listing. Only 36% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 3
- Show exact location
- 36%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cairns Regional Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Cairns Regional: 91% of listings have one, and 57% offer beach access.
Share of Cairns Regional listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Cairns Regional
Listings in Cairns Regional with outdoor furniture earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: A$70,800 against A$36,000. Listings with a hammock or self check-in show about the same gap. Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Cairns Regional listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor furniture | 61% | A$70,800 | A$36,000 | +97% |
| Hammock | 2% | A$110,000 | A$56,300 | +95% |
| Self check-in | 61% | A$70,300 | A$36,900 | +90% |
| BBQ grill | 53% | A$70,900 | A$42,100 | +68% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 5% | A$91,800 | A$55,400 | +66% |
| Beach access | 57% | A$68,600 | A$42,200 | +63% |
| Gym | 24% | A$80,000 | A$50,200 | +59% |
| Sauna | 2% | A$89,900 | A$56,700 | +58% |
| Backyard | 41% | A$72,900 | A$46,600 | +57% |
| Ocean view | 7% | A$86,200 | A$55,100 | +56% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Cairns Regional?
Most Cairns Regional guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 29% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United States and the United Kingdom.
71% of Cairns Regional guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 71%
- International 29%
Where Cairns Regional guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Melbourne | 6.6% |
| Sydney | 3.5% |
| Adelaide | 2.1% |
Where Cairns Regional guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 71.2% |
| United States | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | 5.8% |
| New Zealand | 4.3% |
| Germany | 1.7% |
Languages spoken by Cairns Regional guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 67.1% |
| French | 7.1% |
| German | 5.2% |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| Italian | 2.3% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cairns Regional?
Cairns Regional Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 40% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.73, against 4.91 for location.
Location scores highest in Cairns Regional; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.84 |
| Cleanliness | 4.78 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.91 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.73 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Cairns Regional: Stays, Rules and Fees
About three-quarters of Cairns Regional listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 28% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Cairns Regional listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 46%
- 181-270 days 28%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 4%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 46.4% | 287 |
| 181-270 days | 27.9% | 173 |
| 91-180 days | 21.8% | 135 |
| 31-90 days | 3.6% | 22 |
| 1-30 days | 0.3% | 2 |
Days a year Cairns Regional listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 4%
- 181-270 days 24%
- 91-180 days 26%
- 31-90 days 31%
- 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.4% | 27 |
| 181-270 days | 23.6% | 146 |
| 91-180 days | 26.3% | 163 |
| 31-90 days | 31.0% | 192 |
| 1-30 days | 14.7% | 91 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Cairns Regional?
The average Cairns Regional booking lasts 5.3 nights, longest in August and shortest in January. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 12,700 in all. Nearly six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Cairns Regional
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5 nights 5.8 nights 4.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Cairns Regional Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Only 30% of listings in Cairns Regional accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Cairns Regional listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Cairns Regional?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Cairns Regional, used by 50% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than seven in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 25% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Cairns Regional listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cairns Regional?
85% of Cairns Regional listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$179. Spread over the average stay of 5.3 nights, that adds roughly A$35 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$179
- Average cleaning fee
- A$230
- Listings charging a fee
- 85.1%
- Share of gross revenue
- 8.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cairns Regional
The top-grossing Airbnb in Cairns Regional, a five-bedroom home, took in A$689,000 over the past year, about 12 times the city's average of A$57,300. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.
Belle Escapes Beach Manor Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Belle Escapes Villa by the C - Heated Pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- A$431,535
- Occupancy
- 51.1%
- Daily rate
- A$2,117
Paradise Holiday Co. - BIG Beach House Tranquility Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- A$405,697
- Occupancy
- 60.7%
- Daily rate
- A$1,564
Belle Escapes 58 Ocean Luxury Home Palm Cove Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- A$335,931
- Occupancy
- 66.5%
- Daily rate
- A$1,295
Belle Escapes Villa Rosa just minutes to beach Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.81 - Revenue
- A$325,430
- Occupancy
- 76.7%
- Daily rate
- A$1,136
Belle Escapes Suite 48 Oceanview and Private Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.85 - Revenue
- A$310,737
- Occupancy
- 58.5%
- Daily rate
- A$1,489
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Cairns Regional?
Antje is the top-grossing host in Cairns Regional, with A$9.10 million in bookings across 55 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 52% of its 619 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antje | 55 | A$9,100,083 | A$165,456 | 4.83/5 | |
| The Boutique Collection | 70 | A$5,663,641 | A$80,909 | 4.83/5 | |
| Cairns Coast Holidays | 126 | A$4,359,837 | A$34,602 | 4.69/5 | |
| 4 | Thomas | 28 | A$1,554,966 | A$55,535 | 4.84/5 |
| 5 | Paradise Holiday Co. | 4 | A$773,092 | A$193,273 | 4.82/5 |
| 6 | Fab Properties | 12 | A$591,948 | A$49,329 | 4.88/5 |
| 7 | John | 3 | A$465,971 | A$155,324 | 4.87/5 |
| 8 | Deborah Ann | 8 | A$394,157 | A$49,270 | 4.87/5 |
| 9 | Kimmy | 10 | A$372,778 | A$37,278 | 4.73/5 |
| 10 | Leesa | 4 | A$332,204 | A$83,051 | 5.00/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cairns Regional?
Professional management companies run 32% of Cairns Regional listings and owners run the rest. Three-quarters of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 88% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 75.8%
- Professional management
- 31.5%
- Cohosted listings
- 18.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 51.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 88.2%
Nearby markets
Cairns Regional vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
AirROI also tracks listings in this area under other names: Cairns (843 active listings) and Cairns City (57) have their own pages and are left out of the comparison below.
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 61 km, Kewarra Beach (2 km away, 44 listings) earned the most per listing, about 32% more than Cairns Regional.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kewarra Beach 2 km | 44 | A$75,841 | A$520 | 47% |
| Palm Cove 2 km | 137 | A$62,061 | A$502 | 42% |
| Trinity Beach 3 km | 44 | A$45,164 | A$337 | 46% |
| Port Douglas 38 km | 668 | A$54,840 | A$525 | 40% |
| Douglas Shire 50 km | 133 | A$53,122 | A$456 | 40% |
| Yungaburra 56 km | 44 | A$44,582 | A$344 | 40% |
| Atherton 59 km | 37 | A$28,961 | A$229 | 39% |
| Tablelands Regional 61 km | 42 | A$46,315 | A$389 | 43% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Queensland
- Greater Brisbane Airbnb data 4,480 listings
- Gold Coast City Airbnb data 4,348 listings
- Sunshine Coast Regional Airbnb data 2,836 listings
- Noosa Heads Airbnb data 1,028 listings
- Surfers Paradise Airbnb data 735 listings
- Airlie Beach Airbnb data 407 listings
- Whitsunday Regional Airbnb data 397 listings
- Townsville Airbnb data 368 listings
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Markets Similar to Cairns Regional
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cairns Regional:
- Wagga Wagga City Council Airbnb data NSW · A$437/night · 41.6%
- Mudgee Airbnb data NSW · A$471/night · 41.5%
- Lithgow City Council Airbnb data NSW · A$445/night · 39.4%
- Brunswick Heads Airbnb data NSW · A$470/night · 42.2%
- Tweed Shire Council Airbnb data NSW · A$401/night · 41.3%
- Lennox Head Airbnb data NSW · A$496/night · 40.7%
FAQ
Cairns Regional Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cairns Regional?
An active Cairns Regional Airbnb grossed A$57,296 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 619 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$8,830 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cairns Regional?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cairns Regional listings earn between A$2,360 and A$8,830 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$13,900 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Cairns Regional?
Listings in Cairns Regional were booked on 41% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Queensland average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cairns Regional?
The average booked night in Cairns Regional cost A$447 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$240 and A$535, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cairns Regional?
None of the active Cairns Regional listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Cairns Regional?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cairns Regional Airbnb grossed A$57,296 in the 12 months to September 2026, 18% above the Queensland average of A$48,565. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$37,606 a year (about A$3,130 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about A$5,900 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cairns Regional?
July usually pays best, averaging A$12,500 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Cairns Regional?
Each night a Cairns Regional listing was open to book earned A$200 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made A$402 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cairns Regional?
Cairns Regional stays were booked 83 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Cairns Regional?
The average Cairns Regional Airbnb stay lasted 5.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cairns Regional rated?
Guests rate Cairns Regional Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cairns Regional?
Kuranda, Yorkeys Knob and Smithfield draw the most short-term rental interest in Cairns Regional. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cairns Regional?
AirROI counted 619 active Airbnb listings in Cairns Regional as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Kewarra Beach, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cairns Regional?
In Cairns Regional, 85% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$179.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 619 active Airbnb listings in Cairns Regional from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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