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Find cheap flights to Cairns in 2024/2025 from $780 This is the cheapest return flight found to Cairns from USA on FlightsFinder on November 22nd 2024 at 17:36. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.

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What are the cheapest return flights to Cairns in 2024/2025?

These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from USA to Cairns in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.

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What are the cheapest one-way flights to Cairns in 2024/2025?

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When are flights to Cairns cheapest?

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The month of November

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According to our data, November is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Cairns.
You can get flights from $780 return.

When is the most expensive time to fly to Cairns?

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The month of March

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According to our data, March is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Cairns.
A return flight could set you back more than $1,839.

Why fly to Cairns?

Nestled along the stunning coastline of Far North Queensland, Cairns beckons travelers with its tropical allure and vibrant atmosphere. Known as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, this bustling city is a haven for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. With its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and dynamic culture, Cairns offers a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement. From exploring the underwater wonders of the reef to immersing oneself in the rich Indigenous heritage of the region, visitors are sure to be captivated by the beauty and charm of Cairns from the moment they arrive.

Frequently asked questions about Flights to Cairns

What is considered a good price to Cairns?

A good price for a flight to Cairns is $702 - $858.

Which popular airports are close to Cairns?

The popular airports near Cairns are Cairns Airport (CNS), Townsville Airport (TSV), and Mackay Airport (MKY).

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

The flight to Cairns (CNS) is roughly 20 hours 47 minutes and 9,130 miles (14,694 kilometres) from Atlanta, USA - Georgia, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL).

How do I find the cheapest possible flights to Cairns?

The best way is to compare flights to Cairns from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.

Are there direct flights to Cairns?

We have currently found no direct flights to Cairns.

What is the weather like in Cairns?

Here is the average weather forecast in Cairns by month:

• Jan: 89°F
• Feb: 89°F
• Mar: 88°F
• Apr: 85°F
• May: 82°F
• Jun: 80°F
• Jul: 79°F
• Aug: 81°F
• Sep: 84°F
• Oct: 86°F
• Nov: 88°F
• Dec: 89°F

How far is the main airport in Cairns from the city centre?

The main airport in Cairns is approximately 7 kilometers from the city centre.

How far in advance should I book my flight to Cairns?

Typically, flights are cheapest to Cairns 2 months before departure.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Cairns?

Studies show flights to Cairns are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Weather in Cairns

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78.7 °F

Sat, 23 Nov 2024

Average Temperature

89°F

Jan

89°F

Feb

88°F

Mar

85°F

Apr

82°F

May

80°F

Jun

79°F

Jul

81°F

Aug

84°F

Sep

86°F

Oct

88°F

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89°F

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Flight Distance and Flying Time to Cairns

Atlanta, USA - Georgia, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,130 miles (14,694 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 47 minutes)

Los Angeles, USA - California, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,190 miles (11,571 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 28 minutes)

New York, USA - John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,571 miles (15,403 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 46 minutes)

Dallas, USA - Dallas, Texas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
8,407 miles (13,530 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 19 hours 10 minutes)

Denver, USA - Colorado, Airport - Denver International Airport (DEN) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,988 miles (12,855 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 18 hours 15 minutes)

San Francisco, USA - California, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,024 miles (11,304 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 6 minutes)

Seattle, USA - Airport - Seattle Tacoma International, Washington (SEA) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,161 miles (11,524 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 24 minutes)

Las Vegas, USA - Nevada, McCarran International Airport (LAS) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,397 miles (11,904 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 56 minutes)

Orlando, USA - Florida, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,352 miles (15,051 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 16 minutes)

Charlotte, USA - North Carolina, Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,308 miles (14,980 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 11 minutes)

Phoenix, USA - Arizona, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,547 miles (12,145 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 17 hours 16 minutes)

Houston, USA - Texas, Airport - George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
8,504 miles (13,686 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 19 hours 23 minutes)

Miami, USA - Florida, Miami International Airport (MIA) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,426 miles (15,169 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 26 minutes)

Boston, USA - Massachusetts, Edward L. Logan International Airport (BOS) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,649 miles (15,529 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 56 minutes)

Minneapolis, USA - Minnesota, Airport - St. Paul International (MSP) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
8,545 miles (13,751 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 19 hours 29 minutes)

Fort Lauderdale, USA - Florida, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,433 miles (15,181 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 27 minutes)

Detroit, USA - Michigan, Airport - Metropolitan Wayne County International (DTW) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,067 miles (14,592 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 38 minutes)

Philadelphia, USA - Pennsylvania, Airport - Philadelphia International (PHL) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,519 miles (15,320 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 39 minutes)

Baltimore, USA - Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,464 miles (15,231 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 31 minutes)

Salt Lake City, USA - Utah, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,607 miles (12,243 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 17 hours 24 minutes)

San Diego, USA - California, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,243 miles (11,656 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 35 minutes)

Tampa, USA - Florida, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
9,280 miles (14,935 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 7 minutes)

Portland, USA - International Airport, Oregon (PDX) to Cairns (CNS)

Distance:
7,124 miles (11,465 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 19 minutes)

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Cheapest flight routes found to Cairns

From San Francisco

From San Francisco (SFO), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $889

Depart: 07 Oct 2025 · Return: 21 Oct 2025 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 22:50

From Los Angeles

From Los Angeles (LAX), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $915

Depart: 19 Oct 2025 · Return: 25 Oct 2025 Price found 23 Nov 2024, 04:43

From Detroit

From Detroit (DTW), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,112

Depart: 06 Jan 2025 · Return: 13 Jan 2025 Price found 22 Nov 2024, 13:45

From Minneapolis

From Minneapolis (MSP), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,282

Depart: 11 Dec 2024 · Return: 27 Dec 2024 Price found 19 Nov 2024, 20:11

From Salt Lake City

From Salt Lake City (SLC), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,302

Depart: 04 Dec 2024 · Return: 11 Dec 2024 Price found 19 Nov 2024, 16:23

From San Diego

From San Diego (SAN), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,344

Depart: 29 Nov 2024 · Return: 09 Dec 2024 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 17:16

From Houston

From Houston (IAH), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,411

Depart: 26 Feb 2025 · Return: 13 Apr 2025 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 03:16

From Boston

From Boston (BOS), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,420

Depart: 09 Sep 2025 · Return: 24 Sep 2025 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 21:47

From Seattle

From Seattle (SEA), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,453

Depart: 06 Jan 2025 · Return: 13 Jan 2025 Price found 22 Nov 2024, 22:51

From Tampa

From Tampa (TPA), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,518

Depart: 03 Dec 2024 · Return: 09 Dec 2024 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 12:01

From Portland

From Portland (PDX), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,791

Depart: 04 Jan 2025 · Return: 11 Jan 2025 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 10:04

From Dallas

From Dallas (DFW), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,914

Depart: 06 Jan 2025 · Return: 13 Jan 2025 Price found 22 Nov 2024, 06:37

From Charlotte

From Charlotte (CLT), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $2,109

Depart: 29 Jan 2025 · Return: 11 Feb 2025 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 22:32

From Denver

From Denver (DEN), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $2,176

Depart: 06 Jan 2025 · Return: 13 Jan 2025 Price found 22 Nov 2024, 19:55

From Atlanta

From Atlanta (ATL), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $2,477

Depart: 23 Dec 2024 · Return: 29 Dec 2024 Price found 22 Nov 2024, 13:09

From Philadelphia

From Philadelphia (PHL), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $3,248

Depart: 04 Jan 2025 · Return: 11 Jan 2025 Price found 20 Nov 2024, 20:10

From Miami

From Miami (MIA), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $3,250

Depart: 05 Jan 2025 · Return: 12 Jan 2025 Price found 21 Nov 2024, 13:45

From Fort Lauderdale

From Fort Lauderdale (FLL), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $3,451

Depart: 05 Jan 2025 · Return: 12 Jan 2025 Price found 21 Nov 2024, 04:55

From Orlando

From Orlando (MCO), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $3,457

Depart: 05 Jan 2025 · Return: 12 Jan 2025 Price found 22 Nov 2024, 15:16

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