What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from Zurich to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between Zurich and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 201 minutes.

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

Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Zurich to Cairns

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to Cairns flights?

According to our data, SWISS have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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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68h 40m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$2,164Multiple Airlines

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$2,391Multiple Airlines

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26h 35m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$2,398Multiple Airlines

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19:15 - 13:40CNS Cairns-ZRH Zurich

27h 25m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Doha Hamad Intl

$2,406Multiple Airlines

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$2,438Multiple Airlines

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18:20 - 19:00CNS Cairns-ZRH Zurich

57h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$2,452Multiple Airlines

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33h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$2,515Multiple Airlines

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34h 55m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne

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$2,529Multiple Airlines

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Qatar Airways flights from Zurich to Cairns

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6 Jan

ZRH08:45Zurich

47h 00m

2 stops

CNS16:45Cairns

23 Jan

CNS19:50Cairns

50h 50m

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ZRH13:40Zurich

$2,597

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4 Jan

ZRH15:10Zurich

58h 05m

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23 Jan

CNS11:45Cairns

34h 55m

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$2,601

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3 Jan

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58h 05m

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ZRH13:40Zurich

$2,648

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31 Oct

ZRH10:15Zurich

22h 00m

1 stop

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14 Nov

CNS15:45Cairns

49h 15m

2 stops

ZRH08:00Zurich

$2,674

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3 Jan

ZRH10:15Zurich

22h 00m

1 stop

CNS17:15Cairns

23 Jan

CNS18:20Cairns

22h 40m

1 stop

ZRH08:00Zurich

$3,157

Singapore Airlines

20 Dec

ZRH10:15Zurich

22h 00m

1 stop

CNS17:15Cairns

12 Jan

CNS18:20Cairns

22h 40m

1 stop

ZRH08:00Zurich

$3,231

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3 stops36h 05m

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$2,398

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15:10-10:15

2 stops58h 05m

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$2,406

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2 stops42h 15m

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2 stops57h 40m

$2,452

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09:40-23:20

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19:50-13:40

3 stops50h 50m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Zurich is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of November, then departing from Zurich during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $0.

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Fastest flight time	29h 35m
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The best one-way flight to Cairns from Zurich in the past 72 hours is $815. The best return flight deal from Zurich to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,933.

The fastest flight from Zurich to Cairns takes 29h 35m

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How far is Zurich to Cairns by plane?
There are 14846.4 km between Zurich and Cairns. 29h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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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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