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$254 - $554
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Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns
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Fri 14/6
Nonstop3h 05m
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Mon 17/6
Nonstop2h 55m
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Fri 21/6
Nonstop3h 05m
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Mon 24/6
Nonstop2h 55m
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Sat 15/6
Nonstop3h 05m
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Sat 22/6
Nonstop2h 55m
Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 17/6
Nonstop3h 05m
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Mon 24/6
Nonstop2h 55m
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SYDCNS
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 24/6
Nonstop3h 05m
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Fri 28/6
Nonstop3h 00m
Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns
SYD - CNS
SYDCNS
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 15/6
1 stop6h 10m
Cairns
Sat 22/6
Nonstop2h 55m
Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns
SYD - CNS
SYDCNS
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 14/6
1 stop6h 10m
Cairns
Sat 22/6
Nonstop2h 55m
Sydney Kingsford SmithCairns
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SYDCNS
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 27/6
1 stop8h 55m
Cairns
Tue 2/7
Nonstop2h 55m
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 8/7
1 stop11h 55m
Cairns
Sun 21/7
1 stop12h 10m
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Cairns (average of $188). Flying to Cairns in June will prove the most costly (average of $280). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
$281
February
$282
March
$284
April
$293
May
$287
June
$418
July
$376
August
$317
September
$335
October
$291
November
$296
December
$299
Peak season
The city is one of Australia’s most visited destinations between July and October so you’ll need to be on the ball to secure your cheap flights to Cairns. The number one drawcard that has tourists clamouring for flight tickets to Cairns is the Great Barrier Reef, closely followed by Daintree Rainforest. Cairns city itself has plenty of diversions between reef or rainforest, with an energetic nightlife, exotic flora and fauna and numerous outdoor activities. The Cairns Show in July attracts 80,000 visitors and is the biggest community event in the city so avoid this month if you want a quieter visit.
Off Season
November to March is the wet season, which brings torrential rains and high humidity, and a good chance of cyclones. Travellers come to Cairns during the off-season for diving specials and accommodation discounts. If you’re willing to brave the rains it’s also a good time to book cheap flights to Cairns.
CNS Temperature | 21 - 27 °C |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).
August is the optimum time to visit Cairns as this is when the temps are comfortable in the mid-20Cs and there is less humidity and rainfall. It is advised to book flight tickets as early as possible if visiting in August to avoid disappointment. In general, April to May is the best time to dive and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef. June and July are not as suitable for swimming, but still warm enough to enjoy other attractions, and the months you’re likely to get the cheapest flights to Cairns. The right side of the plane is recommended as the best side for views of the Great Barrier Reef as you’re flying north.
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Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
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Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice
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Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice