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$435+ Direct flights to Cairns

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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5 Dec — 12 Dec1
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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 143,815 searches and data was last updated on 30 November 2024.
Sat 3/507:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/11$435

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 30 November 2024.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,337 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,337 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,337 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
524 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,337 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
813 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,337 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Jetstar
6.7
Okay
498 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,337 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

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.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Cairns?

    At the moment, Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Emirates offer direct flights to Cairns. Qantas Airways is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Cairns.

  • 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 35m on average. The quickest direct flight to Cairns at this time departs from Auckland (5h 35m), while the longest leaves from Auckland (5h 35m).

  • 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, August 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 $995.

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