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

Singapore Airlines and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Japan

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

30 flights are operational weekly from Cairns to Japan as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of December 2025, 4 flights take off from Cairns and land in Japan each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00, with 60% of daily flights taking off at midday.

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Japan are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Japan?

The number of operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Japan is 1 as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Japan.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Japan?

The required travel and health documents for your Japan 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 Japan. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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16 May

CNS11:40Cairns

7h 25m

NRT18:05Tokyo Narita

1 June

NRT20:05Tokyo Narita

7h 25m

CNS04:30Cairns

$616

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25 Apr

CNS11:40Cairns

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7h 25m

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17 May

CNS12:30Cairns

7h 30m

KIX19:00Osaka Kansai Intl

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Japan

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Japan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Japan during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $645.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Cairns to Japan is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $775. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $968. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Japan.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Japan?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Cairns to Japan when you can find flight prices for as low as $442. Flying to Japan in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Japan are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,703. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Japan flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Japan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Japan from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Japan for around $874 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Japan from Cairns for as low as $595 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Japan flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Japan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Japan flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairns to Japan.

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Best price found	$348
Fastest flight time	7h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Japan	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Japan from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $348. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Japan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $586.

The fastest flight from Cairns to Japan takes 7h 25m

Direct flights go from Cairns to Japan every day.

There are 2 airports near Japan: Tokyo Narita (NRT), Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Japan?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Japan are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Japan?
The number of operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Japan is 1 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Japan?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Japan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Japan?
The required travel and health documents for your Japan 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 Japan. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Japan?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cairns to Japan is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, representing 96.61% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 1.69%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 0.85%, and Airbus A330-300 at 0.42%.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Japan from Cairns.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Japan

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Japan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Japan during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $645.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Japan?

What is the cheapest Cairns to Japan flight route?

Fly from Cairns to Tokyo Narita for the best Cairns - Japan flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Japan?

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Japan flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Japan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Japan flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairns to Japan.

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

Singapore Airlines and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Japan

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

As of December 2025, 4 flights take off from Cairns and land in Japan each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00, with 60% of daily flights taking off at midday.

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

30 flights are operational weekly from Cairns to Japan as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Japan?

What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Japan?

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Japan

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cairns to Japan?

Can I find flights from Cairns to Japan with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Cairns to Japan?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Cairns to Japan right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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