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Find cheap flights to Cairns in 2025/2026 from $938 This is the cheapest return flight found to Cairns from USA on FlightsFinder on December 10th 2025 at 08:58. 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 2025/2026?

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 2025/2026?

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When are flights to Cairns cheapest?

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The month of January

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According to our data, January is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Cairns.
You can get flights from $938 return.

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According to our data, October is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Cairns.
A return flight could set you back more than $1,804.

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 $844 - $1032.

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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87.7 °F

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89°F

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89°F

Feb

88°F

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85°F

Apr

82°F

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80°F

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79°F

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81°F

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84°F

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86°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 Los Angeles

From Los Angeles (LAX), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $938

Depart: 24 Jan 2026 · Return: 31 Jan 2026 Price found 10 Dec 2025, 08:58

From Phoenix

From Phoenix (PHX), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,054

Depart: 25 Jan 2026 · Return: 01 Feb 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 15:22

From San Francisco

From San Francisco (SFO), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,092

Depart: 27 Jan 2026 · Return: 03 Feb 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 00:25

From Las Vegas

From Las Vegas (LAS), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,155

Depart: 27 Jan 2026 · Return: 03 Feb 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 16:53

From Atlanta

From Atlanta (ATL), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,234

Depart: 30 Jan 2026 · Return: 05 Feb 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 06:03

From Detroit

From Detroit (DTW), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,241

Depart: 23 Feb 2026 · Return: 09 Mar 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 00:45

From Seattle

From Seattle (SEA), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,294

Depart: 27 Jan 2026 · Return: 03 Feb 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 02:15

From New York

From New York (JFK), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,299

Depart: 27 Jan 2026 · Return: 03 Feb 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 13:58

From Minneapolis

From Minneapolis (MSP), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,324

Depart: 19 Feb 2026 · Return: 26 Feb 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 16:37

From San Diego

From San Diego (SAN), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,330

Depart: 02 Feb 2026 · Return: 23 Feb 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 11:22

From Washington D.C.

From Washington D.C. (BWI), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,365

Depart: 27 Jan 2026 · Return: 03 Feb 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 04:26

From Miami

From Miami (MIA), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,448

Depart: 23 Jan 2026 · Return: 06 Feb 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 16:09

From Portland

From Portland (PDX), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,454

Depart: 09 Jan 2026 · Return: 16 Jan 2026 Price found 10 Dec 2025, 18:57

From Houston

From Houston (IAH), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,494

Depart: 16 Mar 2026 · Return: 21 Mar 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 18:53

From Orlando

From Orlando (MCO), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,603

Depart: 25 Jan 2026 · Return: 01 Feb 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 19:48

From Dallas

From Dallas (DFW), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $1,657

Depart: 17 Dec 2025 · Return: 24 Dec 2025 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 15:27

From Fort Lauderdale

From Fort Lauderdale (FLL), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $2,325

Depart: 03 Jun 2026 · Return: 23 Jun 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 04:01

From Philadelphia

From Philadelphia (PHL), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $2,544

Depart: 17 Dec 2025 · Return: 24 Dec 2025 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 16:58

From Boston

From Boston (BOS), USA to Cairns, Australia (CNS): $3,545

Depart: 20 Dec 2025 · Return: 22 Dec 2025 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 13:13

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