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Direct flights to Cairns from $547

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to Cairns found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CNS
14 May — 21 May1
1 adult
Tue 14/5
Tue 21/5

Cheap direct flight deals to Cairns

Discover affordable direct flight deals to Cairns. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Sat 25/507:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/611:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$855
Sat 28/907:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/1010:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/5$1,468

One-way direct flights to Cairns

Explore one-way non-stop flights to Cairns for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Tue 18/607:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/5$547
Thu 25/707:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/5$565

Direct return flights to Cairns

Explore direct return flights to Cairns. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for return flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Sat 25/507:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/611:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/5$855
Sat 28/907:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/1010:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/5$1,468

Average price of flights to Cairns

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. Direct flights to Cairns can be found for as low as $547. The average price of a direct flight to Cairns is currently $1,161. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

At the moment, the best time to book a non-stop flight to Cairns is in March with an average price of $525. If you're looking to fly direct to Cairns in July, expect to pay the most, with an average price of $685. Keep in mind that different factors like airlines, departure airports, and times can affect the cost of your flight, so it's a good idea to compare these to find the best deal.

January

$1,039

February

$890

March

$873

April

$1,006

May

$944

June

$1,028

July

$1,139

August

$971

September

$1,019

October

$988

November

$971

December

$1,064

Find direct flights to Cairns within your budget

Use the slider to find non-stop flights to Cairns within your budget. Price data is based on user searches made on Cheapflights. Over the past seven days, Cheapflights users made 116,342 searches and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.

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$855 - $1,468

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Auckland IntlCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/5

Nonstop5h 40m

Cairns

Sat 1/6

Nonstop4h 40m

$855

Auckland IntlCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/9

Nonstop5h 40m

Cairns

Sat 5/10

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,468

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Deals found on 8/5

Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 9 May 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
975 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
648 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

FAQ about direct flights to Cairns

Find answers to frequently asked questions about direct flights to Cairns to unlock the best deals on Cheapflights.

  • How long is a direct flight to Cairns?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Cairns to last approximately 5h 40m on average. The quickest direct flight to Cairns at this time departs from Auckland (5h 40m), while the longest leaves from Auckland (5h 40m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct to Cairns?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Cairns, May is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. January may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Cairns, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Cairns?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Cairns is Auckland. A return direct flight from Auckland to Cairns typically costs around $1,031.

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