Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns from $1,041

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Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 18:45
DCA
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CNS
34h 45m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 18:42
CNS
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DCA
27h 02m2 stops
$2,117Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
15:41 - 11:00
BWI
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CNS
28h 19m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:35 - 18:17
CNS
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BWI
41h 42m2 stops
$2,144Qantas Airways
Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
08:16 - 11:05
DCA
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CNS
36h 49m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
13:40 - 20:48
CNS
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DCA
45h 08m2 stops
$2,175Qantas Airways
Sat, 2 May - Sun, 10 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:32 - 17:15
IAD
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CNS
32h 43m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 22:48
CNS
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IAD
31h 08m2 stops
$2,190Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
17:26 - 16:50
IAD
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CNS
32h 24m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:35 - 18:16
CNS
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IAD
41h 41m2 stops
$2,196Qantas Airways
Sat, 7 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
13:34 - 14:05
DCA
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CNS
33h 31m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 19:47
CNS
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DCA
41h 12m2 stops
$2,199Qantas Airways
Sun, 8 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
17:26 - 21:00
IAD
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CNS
36h 34m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 16:56
CNS
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IAD
38h 21m2 stops
$2,199Qantas Airways
Sun, 8 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
06:00 - 17:20
BWI
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CNS
44h 20m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 06:34
CNS
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BWI
50h 59m3 stops
$4,079Singapore Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
06:00 - 17:20
BWI
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CNS
44h 20m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 06:34
CNS
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BWI
50h 59m3 stops
$4,080Singapore Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
06:00 - 17:20
BWI
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CNS
44h 20m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 06:34
CNS
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BWI
50h 59m3 stops
$4,082Singapore Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb

Emirates flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Washington, D.C. to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
21 Feb
IAD10:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
57h 15m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
25 Feb
CNS11:50Cairns
59h 20m
2 stops
IAD08:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Emirates
21 Feb
IAD10:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
57h 15m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
25 Feb
CNS11:50Cairns
59h 20m
2 stops
IAD08:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Singapore Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
21 Feb
BWI06:00Baltimore/Washington
44h 20m
2 stops
CNS17:20Cairns
25 Feb
CNS18:35Cairns
50h 59m
3 stops
BWI06:34Baltimore/Washington
Singapore Airlines
21 Feb
BWI06:00Baltimore/Washington
44h 20m
2 stops
CNS17:20Cairns
25 Feb
CNS18:35Cairns
50h 59m
3 stops
BWI06:34Baltimore/Washington
Singapore Airlines
21 Feb
BWI06:00Baltimore/Washington
44h 20m
2 stops
CNS17:20Cairns
25 Feb
CNS18:35Cairns
50h 59m
3 stops
BWI06:34Baltimore/Washington

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Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/2

17:00-18:45

2 stops34h 45m

Cairns

Sat 14/2

06:40-18:42

2 stops27h 02m

$2,117

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/2

15:41-11:00

2 stops28h 19m

Cairns

Sat 14/2

15:35-18:17

2 stops41h 42m

$2,144

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/5

08:16-11:05

2 stops36h 49m

Cairns

Sun 10/5

13:40-20:48

2 stops45h 08m

$2,175

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 17/2

17:32-17:15

2 stops32h 43m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

06:40-22:48

2 stops31h 08m

$2,190

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/2

17:26-16:50

2 stops32h 24m

Cairns

Sat 14/2

15:35-18:16

2 stops41h 41m

$2,196

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/2

13:34-14:05

2 stops33h 31m

Cairns

Sun 15/2

17:35-19:47

2 stops41h 12m

$2,199

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/2

17:26-21:00

2 stops36h 34m

Cairns

Sun 15/2

17:35-16:56

2 stops38h 21m

$2,199

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 21/2

06:00-17:20

2 stops44h 20m

Cairns

Wed 25/2

18:35-06:34

3 stops50h 59m

$4,079

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 21/2

06:00-17:20

2 stops44h 20m

Cairns

Wed 25/2

18:35-06:34

3 stops50h 59m

$4,080

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 21/2

06:00-17:20

2 stops44h 20m

Cairns

Wed 25/2

18:35-06:34

3 stops50h 59m

$4,082

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How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Baltimore or Washington, D.C., and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 27h 47m and 32h 29m, respectively.

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Fastest flight time

27h 47m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Cairns takes 27h 47m
There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Cairns.
  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 15201.1 km away from Washington, D.C.. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 27h 47m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. 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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