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 28h 20m and 31h 45m, respectively.

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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.

$1,038 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns in 2026

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18:59 - 11:10

BWI

CNS

26h 11m

2 stops

06:00 - 17:40

CNS

BWI

25h 40m

2 stops

$1,984United Airlines

Mon, 27 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug

18:59 - 11:10

BWI

CNS

26h 11m

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06:00 - 11:45

CNS

BWI

43h 45m

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$2,012United Airlines

Mon, 27 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug

18:59 - 11:10

BWI

CNS

26h 11m

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06:00 - 17:40

CNS

BWI

25h 40m

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$2,245United Airlines

Sun, 26 Jul - Tue, 18 Aug

15:03 - 13:00

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CNS

31h 57m

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BWI

43h 45m

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$2,268United Airlines

Mon, 27 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug

18:59 - 11:10

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CNS

26h 11m

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06:00 - 11:45

CNS

BWI

43h 45m

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$2,272United Airlines

Sun, 26 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug

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CNS

46h 25m

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19:10 - 21:34

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40h 24m

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$2,385Multiple Airlines

Fri, 14 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug

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35h 21m

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25h 40m

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$2,575United Airlines

Fri, 24 Jul - Wed, 12 Aug

14:40 - 10:45

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CNS

30h 05m

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11:55 - 22:13

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24h 18m

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$2,925Air New Zealand

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

15:02 - 10:45

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CNS

29h 43m

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11:55 - 22:45

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24h 50m

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$2,925Air New Zealand

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

13:00 - 10:45

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CNS

31h 45m

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18:55 - 00:57

CNS

IAD

44h 02m

3 stops

$3,039Air New Zealand

Sun, 16 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug

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

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27 July

BWI18:59Baltimore/Washington

26h 11m

2 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

12 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 40m

2 stops

BWI17:40Baltimore/Washington

$1,984

United Airlines

27 July

BWI18:59Baltimore/Washington

26h 11m

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CNS11:10Cairns

12 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

43h 45m

3 stops

BWI11:45Baltimore/Washington

$2,012

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26 July

BWI18:59Baltimore/Washington

26h 11m

2 stops

CNS11:10Cairns

18 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

25h 40m

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BWI17:40Baltimore/Washington

$2,245

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27 July

BWI15:46Baltimore/Washington

30h 04m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

17 Aug

CNS06:50Cairns

30h 51m

2 stops

BWI23:41Baltimore/Washington

$3,408

Qantas Airways

28 July

BWI19:17Baltimore/Washington

61h 23m

2 stops

CNS22:40Cairns

12 Aug

CNS06:50Cairns

28h 44m

2 stops

BWI21:34Baltimore/Washington

$3,420

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27 July

BWI15:46Baltimore/Washington

30h 04m

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CNS06:50Cairns

25h 44m

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2 stops25h 40m

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Cairns

Wed 12/8

06:00-11:45

3 stops43h 45m

$2,272

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Fri 14/8

06:00-18:25

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19:10-21:34

2 stops40h 24m

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Wed 12/8

06:00-17:40

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Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 13/8

14:40-10:45

2 stops30h 05m

Cairns

Thu 20/8

11:55-22:13

2 stops24h 18m

$2,925

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IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 13/8

15:02-10:45

2 stops29h 43m

Cairns

Thu 20/8

11:55-22:45

2 stops24h 50m

$2,925

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IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 16/8

13:00-10:45

2 stops31h 45m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

18:55-00:57

3 stops44h 02m

$3,039

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 28h 20m.
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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