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Cheap flights from Dubai to Cairns from $1,616

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Multiple Airlines Logo
23:25 - 09:45
DXB
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CNS
28h 20m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 11:40
CNS
-
DXB
30h 40m
3 stops
$1,616Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
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23:25 - 05:30
DXB
-
CNS
24h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 11:40
CNS
-
DXB
30h 40m
3 stops
$1,679Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:00 - 09:45
DXB
-
CNS
52h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 10:15
CNS
-
DXB
29h 15m
3 stops
$1,753Multiple Airlines
Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 05:30
DXB
-
CNS
36h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 00:50
CNS
-
DXB
43h 50m
2 stops
$2,003Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:00 - 09:45
DXB
-
CNS
52h 45m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 - 11:40
CNS
-
DXB
31h 10m
2 stops
$2,122Multiple Airlines
Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 - 09:50
DXB
-
CNS
40h 05m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 10:15
CNS
-
DXB
29h 45m
2 stops
$2,405Qatar Airways
Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May
Qatar Airways Logo
05:50 - 13:00
DXB
-
CNS
25h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 10:15
CNS
-
DXB
29h 45m
2 stops
$2,499Qatar Airways
Fri, 22 May - Mon, 25 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 - 20:50
DXB
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CNS
28h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 18:55
CNS
-
DXB
57h 20m
2 stops
$2,623Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 - 16:55
DXB
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CNS
24h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:20 - 10:15
CNS
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DXB
30h 55m
2 stops
$2,998Multiple Airlines
Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May
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21:15 - 22:40
DXB
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CNS
19h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 06:50
CNS
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DXB
22h 00m
1 stop
$3,049Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May

Qatar Airways flights from Dubai to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Dubai to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
25 Apr
DXB23:00Dubai Intl
32h 00m
2 stops
CNS13:00Cairns
2 May
CNS13:40Cairns
26h 35m
2 stops
DXB10:15Dubai Intl
$2,381
Qatar Airways
15 May
DXB11:45Dubai Intl
40h 05m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
22 May
CNS10:30Cairns
29h 45m
2 stops
DXB10:15Dubai Intl
$2,405
Qatar Airways
22 May
DXB05:50Dubai Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
CNS13:00Cairns
25 May
CNS10:30Cairns
29h 45m
2 stops
DXB10:15Dubai Intl
$2,499

Emirates flights from Dubai to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Dubai to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
15 May
DXB02:05Dubai Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
CNS09:30Cairns
20 May
CNS15:45Cairns
19h 35m
1 stop
DXB05:20Dubai Intl
$3,179
Emirates
22 May
DXB10:35Dubai Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
CNS19:30Cairns
25 May
CNS06:00Cairns
29h 20m
1 stop
DXB05:20Dubai Intl
$3,183
Emirates
25 Apr
DXB10:05Dubai Intl
19h 45m
1 stop
CNS11:50Cairns
2 May
CNS12:35Cairns
22h 40m
1 stop
DXB05:15Dubai Intl
$3,186

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DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

23:25-09:45

3 stops28h 20m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

11:00-11:40

3 stops30h 40m

$1,616

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

23:25-05:30

2 stops24h 05m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

11:00-11:40

3 stops30h 40m

$1,679

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

23:00-09:45

3 stops52h 45m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

11:00-10:15

3 stops29h 15m

$1,753

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

10:50-05:30

2 stops36h 40m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

11:00-00:50

2 stops43h 50m

$2,003

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

23:00-09:45

3 stops52h 45m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

10:30-11:40

2 stops31h 10m

$2,122

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

11:45-09:50

2 stops40h 05m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

10:30-10:15

2 stops29h 45m

$2,405

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Fri 22/5

05:50-13:00

2 stops25h 10m

Cairns

Mon 25/5

10:30-10:15

2 stops29h 45m

$2,499

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

10:05-20:50

1 stop28h 45m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

15:35-18:55

2 stops57h 20m

$2,623

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

10:35-16:55

1 stop24h 20m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

09:20-10:15

2 stops30h 55m

$2,998
Fastest return journey

DubaiCairns

DXB - CNS

DXBCNS

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/5

21:15-22:40

1 stop19h 25m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

14:50-06:50

1 stop22h 00m

$3,049

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Dubai to Cairns

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Dubai. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $915. 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 Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,125. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

When to book flights from Dubai to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Dubai to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Dubai to Cairns (DXB to CNS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Dubai to Cairns

Fastest flight time

28h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Dubai to Cairns takes 28h 20m
There are no direct flights from Dubai to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Dubai to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Dubai to Cairns

  • How far is Dubai Intl to Cairns by plane?

    The distance between Dubai Intl and Cairns is about 10839.7 km. 28h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Dubai Intl Airport to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Dubai Intl Airport 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 Dubai Intl Airport 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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Can I find flights from Dubai to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cairns from Dubai which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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