How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Europe, such as Copenhagen or Madrid, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 31h 15m and 36h 40m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from Europe to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Europe 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 Europe 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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12:30 - 05:55CDG-CNS

33h 25m2 stops

21:10 - 08:30CNS-CDG

67h 20m2 stops

$1,886

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Mon, 15 Sep - Sun, 5 Oct

09:35 - 17:20VIE-CNS

22h 45m1 stop

18:35 - 08:20CNS-VIE

22h 45m1 stop

$1,915

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Tue, 9 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan

22:20 - 17:20MUC-CNS

34h 00m1 stop

18:35 - 06:40CNS-MUC

45h 05m1 stop

$2,155Singapore Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Sun, 11 Jan

22:20 - 17:20MUC-CNS

34h 00m1 stop

18:35 - 06:40CNS-MUC

45h 05m1 stop

$2,156Singapore Airlines

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Sat, 29 Nov - Sun, 11 Jan

18:45 - 17:20MAN-CNS

36h 35m2 stops

18:35 - 08:20CNS-MAN

23h 45m2 stops

$2,253SWISS

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Fri, 5 Dec - Sun, 21 Dec

12:05 - 10:30FRA-CNS

37h 25m1 stop

12:00 - 07:05CNS-FRA

28h 05m1 stop

$2,272Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 1 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan

18:20 - 16:40LHR-CNS

37h 20m2 stops

14:25 - 18:15CNS-LHR

36h 50m2 stops

$2,292Cathay Pacific

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Tue, 16 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct

18:40 - 17:20LHR-CNS

36h 40m2 stops

12:00 - 16:40CNS-LHR

38h 40m3 stops

$2,344SWISS

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Sat, 22 Nov - Tue, 10 Feb

14:55 - 09:30STN-CNS

33h 35m2 stops

15:35 - 12:55CNS-STN

30h 20m2 stops

$2,664Emirates

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Mon, 22 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep

21:10 - 16:40STN-CNS

34h 30m2 stops

15:35 - 12:55CNS-STN

30h 20m2 stops

$2,717Emirates

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Mon, 15 Sep - Wed, 15 Oct

SWISS flights from Europe to Cairns

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SWISS

5 Dec

MAN18:45Manchester

36h 35m

2 stops

CNS17:20Cairns

21 Dec

CNS18:35Cairns

23h 45m

2 stops

MAN08:20Manchester

$2,253

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SWISS

22 Nov

LHR18:40London Heathrow

36h 40m

2 stops

CNS17:20Cairns

10 Feb

CNS12:00Cairns

38h 40m

3 stops

LHR16:40London Heathrow

$2,344

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SWISS

22 Nov

LHR14:25London Heathrow

40h 55m

3 stops

CNS17:20Cairns

10 Feb

CNS12:00Cairns

35h 40m

3 stops

LHR13:40London Heathrow

$2,398

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Cathay Pacific

1 Jan

FRA12:05Frankfurt am Main

37h 25m

1 stop

CNS10:30Cairns

22 Jan

CNS12:00Cairns

28h 05m

1 stop

FRA07:05Frankfurt am Main

$2,272

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Cathay Pacific

16 Sept

LHR18:20London Heathrow

37h 20m

2 stops

CNS16:40Cairns

6 Oct

CNS14:25Cairns

36h 50m

2 stops

LHR18:15London Heathrow

$2,292

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Cathay Pacific

1 Dec

LHR20:15London Heathrow

29h 35m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

8 Dec

CNS12:35Cairns

36h 25m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

$2,321

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Return

Price

ParisCairns

CDG - CNS

CDGCNS

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 15/9

12:30-05:55

2 stops33h 25m

Cairns

Sun 5/10

21:10-08:30

2 stops67h 20m

$1,886

ViennaCairns

VIE - CNS

VIECNS

Vienna Intl

Tue 9/12

09:35-17:20

1 stop22h 45m

Cairns

Mon 12/1

18:35-08:20

1 stop22h 45m

$1,915

MunichCairns

MUC - CNS

MUCCNS

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 29/11

22:20-17:20

1 stop34h 00m

Cairns

Sun 11/1

18:35-06:40

1 stop45h 05m

$2,155

MunichCairns

MUC - CNS

MUCCNS

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sat 29/11

22:20-17:20

1 stop34h 00m

Cairns

Sun 11/1

18:35-06:40

1 stop45h 05m

$2,156

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 5/12

18:45-17:20

2 stops36h 35m

Cairns

Sun 21/12

18:35-08:20

2 stops23h 45m

$2,253

Frankfurt am MainCairns

FRA - CNS

FRACNS

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 1/1

12:05-10:30

1 stop37h 25m

Cairns

Thu 22/1

12:00-07:05

1 stop28h 05m

$2,272

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 16/9

18:20-16:40

2 stops37h 20m

Cairns

Mon 6/10

14:25-18:15

2 stops36h 50m

$2,292

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 22/11

18:40-17:20

2 stops36h 40m

Cairns

Tue 10/2

12:00-16:40

3 stops38h 40m

$2,344

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Mon 22/9

14:55-09:30

2 stops33h 35m

Cairns

Mon 29/9

15:35-12:55

2 stops30h 20m

$2,664

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Mon 15/9

21:10-16:40

2 stops34h 30m

Cairns

Wed 15/10

15:35-12:55

2 stops30h 20m

$2,717

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Europe is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $2,098, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of May, then departing from Europe during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,103.

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

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Europe. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $2,046. 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 Friday because tickets tend to average around $2,300. 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 evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Europe to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $953. Flying to Cairns in the evening 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 morning when prices are $2,045 on average. Flights to Cairns from Europe in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Europe when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $2,553 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Europe for as low as $2,221 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Europe to Cairns flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Europe to Cairns Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Europe 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 Europe 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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