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 42h and 46h 30m, 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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17:00 - 23:05LGW-CNS

44h 05m2 stops

06:00 - 06:30CNS-LGW

34h 30m2 stops

$1,672Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

20:25 - 22:05LHR-CNS

39h 40m2 stops

09:45 - 15:55CNS-LHR

40h 10m2 stops

$1,817Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

07:25 - 17:00LHR-CNS

48h 35m2 stops

18:15 - 08:40CNS-LHR

23h 25m2 stops

$2,088Lufthansa

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Sat, 4 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

12:05 - 09:55FRA-CNS

36h 50m1 stop

11:25 - 07:05CNS-FRA

28h 40m1 stop

$2,105Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 7 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec

12:05 - 09:55FRA-CNS

36h 50m1 stop

11:25 - 07:05CNS-FRA

28h 40m1 stop

$2,120Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 7 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec

16:25 - 17:00LHR-CNS

39h 35m2 stops

18:15 - 17:40CNS-LHR

32h 25m2 stops

$2,137Lufthansa

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Sat, 4 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr

10:40 - 17:20LHR-CNS

44h 40m1 stop

18:35 - 19:10CNS-LHR

34h 35m1 stop

$2,171Singapore Airlines

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Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

09:20 - 17:20LGW-CNS

46h 00m1 stop

18:35 - 06:25CNS-LGW

45h 50m1 stop

$2,171Singapore Airlines

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Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

20:15 - 14:05STN-CNS

31h 50m2 stops

15:35 - 12:55CNS-STN

30h 20m2 stops

$2,432Emirates

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Sun, 15 Mar - Sun, 19 Apr

14:05 - 11:00STN-CNS

34h 55m2 stops

11:35 - 12:05CNS-STN

34h 30m2 stops

$2,451Emirates

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Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

Qatar Airways flights from Europe to Cairns

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Qatar Airways

4 Mar

CDG08:35Paris Charles de Gaulle

29h 30m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

25 Mar

CNS17:20Cairns

28h 55m

2 stops

CDG13:15Paris Charles de Gaulle

$2,423

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Qatar Airways

27 Oct

CDG08:35Paris Charles de Gaulle

39h 00m

2 stops

CNS08:35Cairns

18 Nov

CNS17:20Cairns

36h 10m

2 stops

CDG20:30Paris Charles de Gaulle

$2,454

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2 Mar

CDG08:35Paris Charles de Gaulle

29h 30m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

18 Mar

CNS17:20Cairns

36h 10m

2 stops

CDG20:30Paris Charles de Gaulle

$2,471

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British Airways flights from Europe to Cairns

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British Airways

7 Feb

DUS10:20Duesseldorf Intl

40h 30m

3 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

28 Feb

CNS12:35Cairns

53h 50m

3 stops

DUS09:25Duesseldorf Intl

$2,822

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British Airways

19 Mar

MUC11:00Munich Franz Josef Strauss

39h 50m

3 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

23 Mar

CNS12:35Cairns

54h 30m

3 stops

MUC10:05Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$2,836

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5 Nov

DUS20:45Duesseldorf Intl

54h 05m

3 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

28 Nov

CNS12:35Cairns

54h 05m

3 stops

DUS09:40Duesseldorf Intl

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LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Fri 6/3

17:00-23:05

2 stops44h 05m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

$1,672

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

20:25-22:05

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Wed 26/11

09:45-15:55

2 stops40h 10m

$1,817

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 4/4

07:25-17:00

2 stops48h 35m

Cairns

Mon 20/4

18:15-08:40

2 stops23h 25m

$2,088

Frankfurt am MainCairns

FRA - CNS

FRACNS

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 7/12

12:05-09:55

1 stop36h 50m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

11:25-07:05

1 stop28h 40m

$2,105

Frankfurt am MainCairns

FRA - CNS

FRACNS

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 7/12

12:05-09:55

1 stop36h 50m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

11:25-07:05

1 stop28h 40m

$2,120

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 4/4

16:25-17:00

2 stops39h 35m

Cairns

Mon 20/4

18:15-17:40

2 stops32h 25m

$2,137

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

10:40-17:20

1 stop44h 40m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

18:35-19:10

1 stop34h 35m

$2,171

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Fri 6/3

09:20-17:20

1 stop46h 00m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

18:35-06:25

1 stop45h 50m

$2,171

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Sun 15/3

20:15-14:05

2 stops31h 50m

Cairns

Sun 19/4

15:35-12:55

2 stops30h 20m

$2,432

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Wed 4/3

14:05-11:00

2 stops34h 55m

Cairns

Sun 8/3

11:35-12:05

2 stops34h 30m

$2,451

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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 $2,112, 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 September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,149.

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 $2,301. 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 $2,572 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 $2,146 on momondo.

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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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