What is the cheapest airline that flies from Asia to Cairns?

Jetstar is the most popular carrier operating from Asia to Cairns

Which airlines fly to Cairns?

Singapore Airlines, Air Niugini and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from Asia according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Asia to Cairns on average per day?

The number of flights available between Asia and Cairns is 12 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 08:00, with 43% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from Asia to Cairns on average per week?

The number of flights available between Asia and Cairns is 85 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Asia to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights from Asia to Cairns Airport were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Asia to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Asia to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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23:00 - 05:30

DPS

CNS

4h 30mdirect

19:00 - 21:50

CNS

DPS

4h 50mdirect

$377Jetstar

Fri, 3 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

23:00 - 05:30

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CNS

4h 30mdirect

19:00 - 21:45

CNS

DPS

4h 45mdirect

$435Jetstar

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23:00 - 05:30

DPS

CNS

4h 30mdirect

19:00 - 21:50

CNS

DPS

4h 50mdirect

$445Jetstar

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20:05 - 04:30

NRT

CNS

7h 25mdirect

12:30 - 22:25

CNS

NRT

10h 55m

1 stop

$654Multiple Airlines

Sat, 4 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr

21:25 - 05:35

KIX

CNS

7h 10mdirect

11:40 - 09:15

CNS

KIX

22h 35m

1 stop

$694Multiple Airlines

Sun, 5 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr

20:45 - 18:30

HKG

CNS

19h 45m

1 stop

07:00 - 19:35

CNS

HKG

14h 35m

1 stop

$860Air Niugini

Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

20:25 - 11:00

HKG

CNS

12h 35m

1 stop

12:00 - 19:15

CNS

HKG

9h 15m

1 stop

$922Air Niugini

Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May

06:55 - 09:20

HND

CNS

25h 25m

1 stop

06:45 - 05:25

CNS

HND

23h 40m

1 stop

$996Qantas Airways

Tue, 23 Jun - Tue, 7 Jul

13:35 - 10:45

SHA

CNS

43h 10m

2 stops

14:50 - 12:20

CNS

SHA

23h 30m

2 stops

$1,621Cathay Pacific

Tue, 10 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

16:35 - 10:45

SHA

CNS

40h 10m

2 stops

14:50 - 12:20

CNS

SHA

23h 30m

2 stops

$1,737Cathay Pacific

Tue, 10 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar

Jetstar flights from Asia to Cairns

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Jetstar

3 Apr

DPS23:00Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

4h 30m

CNS05:30Cairns

20 Apr

CNS19:00Cairns

4h 50m

DPS21:50Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$377

Jetstar

3 Apr

DPS23:00Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

4h 30m

CNS05:30Cairns

10 Apr

CNS19:00Cairns

4h 45m

DPS21:45Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$435

Jetstar

3 Apr

DPS23:00Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

4h 30m

CNS05:30Cairns

10 Apr

CNS19:00Cairns

4h 50m

DPS21:50Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$445

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Cathay Pacific

8 Mar

ICN15:00Incheon Intl

40h 35m

2 stops

CNS08:35Cairns

12 Mar

CNS12:35Cairns

49h 10m

2 stops

ICN12:45Incheon Intl

$1,118

Cathay Pacific

21 May

ICN20:05Incheon Intl

17h 55m

2 stops

CNS15:00Cairns

1 June

CNS12:35Cairns

26h 30m

2 stops

ICN14:05Incheon Intl

$1,217

Cathay Pacific

27 Feb

NRT09:00Tokyo Narita

23h 55m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

3 Mar

CNS11:35Cairns

50h 35m

2 stops

NRT13:10Tokyo Narita

$1,268

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DPS - CNS

DPSCNS

Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

Fri 3/4

23:00-05:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Cairns

Mon 20/4

19:00-21:50

Nonstop4h 50m

$377

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DPS - CNS

DPSCNS

Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

Fri 3/4

23:00-05:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Cairns

Fri 10/4

19:00-21:45

Nonstop4h 45m

$435

DenpasarCairns

DPS - CNS

DPSCNS

Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

Fri 3/4

23:00-05:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Cairns

Fri 10/4

19:00-21:50

Nonstop4h 50m

$445

TokyoCairns

NRT - CNS

NRTCNS

Tokyo Narita

Sat 4/4

20:05-04:30

Nonstop7h 25m

Cairns

Fri 17/4

12:30-22:25

1 stop10h 55m

$654

OsakaCairns

KIX - CNS

KIXCNS

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 5/4

21:25-05:35

Nonstop7h 10m

Cairns

Fri 17/4

11:40-09:15

1 stop22h 35m

$694

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HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 6/4

20:45-18:30

1 stop19h 45m

Cairns

Mon 13/4

07:00-19:35

1 stop14h 35m

$860

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 15/5

20:25-11:00

1 stop12h 35m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

12:00-19:15

1 stop9h 15m

$922

TokyoCairns

HND - CNS

HNDCNS

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 23/6

06:55-09:20

1 stop25h 25m

Cairns

Tue 7/7

06:45-05:25

1 stop23h 40m

$996

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/3

13:35-10:45

2 stops43h 10m

Cairns

Fri 13/3

14:50-12:20

2 stops23h 30m

$1,621

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/3

16:35-10:45

2 stops40h 10m

Cairns

Fri 13/3

14:50-12:20

2 stops23h 30m

$1,737

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Asia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $317, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of September, then departing from Asia during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $367.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Asia. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $153. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $370. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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Best price found	$216
Fastest flight time	4h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat
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The best one-way flight to Cairns from Asia in the past 72 hours is $216. The best return flight deal from Asia to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $112.

The fastest flight from Asia to Cairns takes 4h 30m

Direct flights go from Asia to Cairns on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is Jetstar..

There is 1 airport in Cairns. From Asia there are direct flights to Cairns (CNS).

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Prices for flights from Asia to Cairns Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Asia to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Asia to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Air Niugini	PriceFrom $753	Free cancellation	Rating 4.6 3 reviews	Search Air Niugini flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,055	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,463 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,285	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 995 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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