How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in China, such as Shenzhen or Shanghai, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 16h 20m and 21h 25m, respectively.

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

Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from China to Cairns

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

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

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

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 China to Cairns Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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13:30 - 17:20CAN-CNS

25h 50m1 stop

18:35 - 09:30CNS-CAN

16h 55m1 stop

$1,530Singapore Airlines

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Sat, 21 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

01:20 - 16:40CAN-CNS

37h 20m2 stops

18:35 - 00:20CNS-CAN

31h 45m1 stop

$1,734Singapore Airlines

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Fri, 20 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

01:20 - 23:05CAN-CNS

43h 45m2 stops

18:35 - 12:10CNS-CAN

19h 35m1 stop

$1,735Singapore Airlines

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Fri, 20 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

13:35 - 09:55SHA-CNS

18h 20m1 stop

23:55 - 08:50CNS-SHA

34h 55m2 stops

$1,813Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 17 Dec - Wed, 24 Dec

13:30 - 17:20CAN-CNS

25h 50m1 stop

11:40 - 12:10CNS-CAN

26h 30m2 stops

$1,847Singapore Airlines

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Sat, 21 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

13:30 - 17:20CAN-CNS

25h 50m1 stop

14:40 - 12:10CNS-CAN

23h 30m2 stops

$1,848Singapore Airlines

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Sat, 21 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

01:20 - 14:00CAN-CNS

34h 40m2 stops

11:40 - 00:20CNS-CAN

38h 40m2 stops

$1,987Singapore Airlines

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Fri, 20 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

13:30 - 14:00CAN-CNS

22h 30m2 stops

14:40 - 12:10CNS-CAN

23h 30m2 stops

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Sat, 21 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

13:35 - 16:50SHA-CNS

25h 15m2 stops

14:50 - 20:55CNS-SHA

32h 05m2 stops

$2,146Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 17 Dec - Wed, 24 Dec

07:30 - 16:50CAN-CNS

31h 20m2 stops

12:35 - 19:00CNS-CAN

32h 25m2 stops

$2,545China Eastern

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Sat, 21 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

Singapore Airlines flights from China to Cairns

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Singapore Airlines

21 Mar

CAN13:30Guangzhou Baiyun

25h 50m

1 stop

CNS17:20Cairns

25 Mar

CNS18:35Cairns

16h 55m

1 stop

CAN09:30Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,530

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Singapore Airlines

20 Mar

CAN01:20Guangzhou Baiyun

37h 20m

2 stops

CNS16:40Cairns

25 Mar

CNS18:35Cairns

31h 45m

1 stop

CAN00:20Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,734

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20 Mar

CAN01:20Guangzhou Baiyun

43h 45m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

25 Mar

CNS18:35Cairns

19h 35m

1 stop

CAN12:10Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,735

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CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

13:30-17:20

1 stop25h 50m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

18:35-09:30

1 stop16h 55m

$1,530

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CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 20/3

01:20-16:40

2 stops37h 20m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

18:35-00:20

1 stop31h 45m

$1,734

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CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 20/3

01:20-23:05

2 stops43h 45m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

18:35-12:10

1 stop19h 35m

$1,735

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SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/12

13:35-09:55

1 stop18h 20m

Cairns

Wed 24/12

23:55-08:50

2 stops34h 55m

$1,813

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CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

13:30-17:20

1 stop25h 50m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

11:40-12:10

2 stops26h 30m

$1,847

GuangzhouCairns

CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

13:30-17:20

1 stop25h 50m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

14:40-12:10

2 stops23h 30m

$1,848

GuangzhouCairns

CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 20/3

01:20-14:00

2 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

11:40-00:20

2 stops38h 40m

$1,987

GuangzhouCairns

CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

13:30-14:00

2 stops22h 30m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

14:40-12:10

2 stops23h 30m

$2,125

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/12

13:35-16:50

2 stops25h 15m

Cairns

Wed 24/12

14:50-20:55

2 stops32h 05m

$2,146

GuangzhouCairns

CAN - CNS

CANCNS

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 21/3

07:30-16:50

2 stops31h 20m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

12:35-19:00

2 stops32h 25m

$2,545

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

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from China. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $532. 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 Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $696. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from China to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $499. Flying to Cairns in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $574 on average. Flights to Cairns from China in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from China to Cairns Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Cairns Airport?
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 China to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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