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Cheap flights from Zurich to Cairns from $1,156

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Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 13:40
ZRH
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CNS
62h 30m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 22:25
CNS
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ZRH
40h 45m
3 stops
$2,111Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 7 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 09:50
ZRH
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CNS
33h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 07:15
CNS
-
ZRH
42h 15m
2 stops
$2,366Qatar Airways
Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:30 - 09:45
ZRH
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CNS
34h 15m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 12:25
CNS
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ZRH
50h 10m
2 stops
$2,381Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 7 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 09:50
ZRH
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CNS
57h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
23:55 - 07:00
CNS
-
ZRH
40h 05m
2 stops
$2,480Qatar Airways
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 7 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
08:45 - 11:05
ZRH
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CNS
41h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
23:55 - 13:40
CNS
-
ZRH
46h 45m
2 stops
$2,535Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
08:45 - 19:05
ZRH
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CNS
49h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 13:40
CNS
-
ZRH
37h 25m
2 stops
$2,541Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
08:45 - 19:05
ZRH
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CNS
49h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 13:40
CNS
-
ZRH
37h 25m
2 stops
$2,542Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
08:45 - 19:05
ZRH
-
CNS
49h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
09:15 - 13:40
CNS
-
ZRH
37h 25m
2 stops
$2,551Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
08:45 - 19:05
ZRH
-
CNS
49h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
23:55 - 13:40
CNS
-
ZRH
46h 45m
2 stops
$2,555Qatar Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 09:50
ZRH
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CNS
57h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:15 - 14:20
CNS
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ZRH
51h 05m
2 stops
$2,569Qatar Airways
Mon, 27 Jul - Sun, 23 Aug

Qatar Airways flights from Zurich to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Zurich to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
12 Sept
ZRH16:10Zurich
33h 40m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
3 Oct
CNS21:00Cairns
42h 15m
2 stops
ZRH07:15Zurich
$2,366
Qatar Airways
14 Sept
ZRH16:10Zurich
57h 40m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
7 Dec
CNS23:55Cairns
40h 05m
2 stops
ZRH07:00Zurich
$2,480
Qatar Airways
12 Nov
ZRH08:45Zurich
41h 20m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
16 Nov
CNS23:55Cairns
46h 45m
2 stops
ZRH13:40Zurich
$2,535

Singapore Airlines flights from Zurich to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Zurich to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
14 Sept
ZRH11:40Zurich
21h 20m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
7 Dec
CNS18:20Cairns
22h 40m
1 stop
ZRH08:00Zurich
$3,033
Singapore Airlines
14 Sept
ZRH11:40Zurich
21h 20m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
7 Dec
CNS18:20Cairns
23h 25m
2 stops
ZRH08:45Zurich
$3,071
Singapore Airlines
6 Oct
ZRH09:00Zurich
24h 00m
2 stops
CNS17:00Cairns
18 Oct
CNS18:15Cairns
22h 00m
1 stop
ZRH08:15Zurich
$3,405

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ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Mon 14/9

15:10-13:40

3 stops62h 30m

Cairns

Mon 7/12

14:40-22:25

3 stops40h 45m

$2,111
Fastest return journey

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Sat 12/9

16:10-09:50

2 stops33h 40m

Cairns

Sat 3/10

21:00-07:15

2 stops42h 15m

$2,366

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Mon 14/9

15:30-09:45

3 stops34h 15m

Cairns

Mon 7/12

19:15-12:25

2 stops50h 10m

$2,381

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Mon 14/9

16:10-09:50

2 stops57h 40m

Cairns

Mon 7/12

23:55-07:00

2 stops40h 05m

$2,480

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Thu 12/11

08:45-11:05

2 stops41h 20m

Cairns

Mon 16/11

23:55-13:40

2 stops46h 45m

$2,535

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Thu 12/11

08:45-19:05

2 stops49h 20m

Cairns

Mon 16/11

09:15-13:40

2 stops37h 25m

$2,541

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Thu 12/11

08:45-19:05

2 stops49h 20m

Cairns

Mon 16/11

09:15-13:40

2 stops37h 25m

$2,542

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Thu 12/11

08:45-19:05

2 stops49h 20m

Cairns

Mon 16/11

09:15-13:40

2 stops37h 25m

$2,551

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Thu 12/11

08:45-19:05

2 stops49h 20m

Cairns

Mon 16/11

23:55-13:40

2 stops46h 45m

$2,555

ZurichCairns

ZRH - CNS

ZRHCNS

Zurich

Mon 27/7

16:10-09:50

2 stops57h 40m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

19:15-14:20

2 stops51h 05m

$2,569

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Zurich is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,946, 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 Zurich during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,121.

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Fastest flight time

29h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Zurich to Cairns takes 29h 40m
There are no direct flights from Zurich to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Zurich to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Zurich to Cairns

  • How far is Zurich to Cairns by plane?

    There are 14846.4 km between Zurich and Cairns. 29h 40m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Zurich Airport to Cairns Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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