How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Malaysia, such as Kuala Lumpur or Penang, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 11h and 20h 50m, respectively.

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

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Malaysia to Cairns

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

Prices for flights from Malaysia to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Malaysia 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 Malaysia to Cairns Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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19:25 - 22:05KUL-CNS

24h 40m2 stops

17:35 - 20:45CNS-KUL

29h 10m2 stops

$1,282Qantas Airways

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Tue, 17 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

19:25 - 22:05KUL-CNS

24h 40m2 stops

06:00 - 20:45CNS-KUL

16h 45m2 stops

$1,325Qantas Airways

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Tue, 17 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

19:25 - 22:05KUL-CNS

24h 40m2 stops

06:00 - 20:45CNS-KUL

16h 45m2 stops

$1,330Qantas Airways

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Tue, 17 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

13:00 - 11:50PEN-CNS

20h 50m2 stops

14:50 - 00:05CNS-PEN

35h 15m2 stops

$1,622Cathay Pacific

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Tue, 17 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

07:50 - 16:15PEN-CNS

54h 25m2 stops

14:50 - 19:05CNS-PEN

54h 15m2 stops

$1,732Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

07:50 - 16:15PEN-CNS

54h 25m2 stops

14:50 - 12:00CNS-PEN

23h 10m2 stops

$1,737Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

21:50 - 17:20KUL-CNS

17h 30m1 stop

23:55 - 13:55CNS-KUL

16h 00m2 stops

$1,817Singapore Airlines

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Tue, 17 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

21:50 - 17:20KUL-CNS

17h 30m1 stop

23:55 - 13:55CNS-KUL

16h 00m2 stops

$1,818Singapore Airlines

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Tue, 17 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

19:50 - 21:25KUL-CNS

23h 35m1 stop

19:30 - 22:15CNS-KUL

52h 45m2 stops

$3,331Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 22 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb

19:50 - 21:25KUL-CNS

23h 35m1 stop

06:00 - 18:25CNS-KUL

14h 25m2 stops

$3,471Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 22 Jan - Thu, 19 Feb

Qantas Airways flights from Malaysia to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Malaysia to Cairns flight tickets

Qantas Airways

17 Mar

KUL19:25Kuala Lumpur Intl

24h 40m

2 stops

CNS22:05Cairns

19 Mar

CNS17:35Cairns

29h 10m

2 stops

KUL20:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,282

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Qantas Airways

17 Mar

KUL19:25Kuala Lumpur Intl

24h 40m

2 stops

CNS22:05Cairns

19 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

16h 45m

2 stops

KUL20:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,325

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Qantas Airways

17 Mar

KUL19:25Kuala Lumpur Intl

24h 40m

2 stops

CNS22:05Cairns

19 Mar

CNS06:00Cairns

16h 45m

2 stops

KUL20:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,330

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Cathay Pacific flights from Malaysia to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific

17 Mar

PEN13:00Penang Intl

20h 50m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

18 Mar

CNS14:50Cairns

35h 15m

2 stops

PEN00:05Penang Intl

$1,622

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Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

PEN07:50Penang Intl

54h 25m

2 stops

CNS16:15Cairns

16 Feb

CNS14:50Cairns

54h 15m

2 stops

PEN19:05Penang Intl

$1,732

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Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

PEN07:50Penang Intl

54h 25m

2 stops

CNS16:15Cairns

16 Feb

CNS14:50Cairns

23h 10m

2 stops

PEN12:00Penang Intl

$1,737

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Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 17/3

19:25-22:05

2 stops24h 40m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

17:35-20:45

2 stops29h 10m

$1,282

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 17/3

19:25-22:05

2 stops24h 40m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

06:00-20:45

2 stops16h 45m

$1,325

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 17/3

19:25-22:05

2 stops24h 40m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

06:00-20:45

2 stops16h 45m

$1,330

PenangCairns

PEN - CNS

PENCNS

Penang Intl

Tue 17/3

13:00-11:50

2 stops20h 50m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

14:50-00:05

2 stops35h 15m

$1,622

PenangCairns

PEN - CNS

PENCNS

Penang Intl

Thu 12/2

07:50-16:15

2 stops54h 25m

Cairns

Mon 16/2

14:50-19:05

2 stops54h 15m

$1,732

PenangCairns

PEN - CNS

PENCNS

Penang Intl

Thu 12/2

07:50-16:15

2 stops54h 25m

Cairns

Mon 16/2

14:50-12:00

2 stops23h 10m

$1,737

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 17/3

21:50-17:20

1 stop17h 30m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

23:55-13:55

2 stops16h 00m

$1,817

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 17/3

21:50-17:20

1 stop17h 30m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

23:55-13:55

2 stops16h 00m

$1,818

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 22/1

19:50-21:25

1 stop23h 35m

Cairns

Fri 20/2

19:30-22:15

2 stops52h 45m

$3,331

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 22/1

19:50-21:25

1 stop23h 35m

Cairns

Thu 19/2

06:00-18:25

2 stops14h 25m

$3,471

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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 Malaysia. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $365. 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 Monday because tickets tend to average around $776. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Malaysia to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Malaysia to Cairns Airport are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Malaysia 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 Malaysia to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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