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Cheap flights from China to Cairns from $702

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PVG — CNS
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from China to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 1 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,066

One-way from

$702
14/6-21/6
  • 14/6-21/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 50m total
  • China to Cairns
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15/7
  • 15/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 15m total
  • China to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from China to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 May 2025.

Sat 14/621:50SHA - CNS
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/607:15CNS - SHA
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,066
Sat 14/616:00PEK - CNS
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/611:40CNS - PEK
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,271
Sat 14/613:20SHA - CNS
2 stops20h 15mCathay Pacific
Sat 21/613:40CNS - SHA
2 stops24h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/4$1,752

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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

China

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/6

21:50-06:35

2 stops30h 45m

Cairns

Sat 21/6

07:15-10:20

2 stops29h 05m

$1,066

BeijingCairns

PEK - CNS

PEKCNS

Beijing Capital

Sat 14/6

16:00-23:05

2 stops29h 05m

Cairns

Sat 21/6

11:40-18:05

1 stop32h 25m

$1,271

ShanghaiCairns

SHA - CNS

SHACNS

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/6

13:20-11:35

2 stops20h 15m

Cairns

Sat 21/6

13:40-12:05

2 stops24h 25m

$1,752

BeijingCairns

PEK - CNS

PEKCNS

Beijing Capital

Tue 15/7

00:05-06:20

2 stops28h 15m

$702

BeijingCairns

PEK - CNS

PEKCNS

Beijing Capital

Tue 15/7

00:05-17:00

1 stop14h 55m

$1,510

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/4

Best time to book a flight from China to Cairns

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 May 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from China to Cairns as you normally would.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 1 May 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
855 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from China?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from China, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • What are the most popular routes from China to Cairns?

    Most travellers choose Guangzhou Baiyun - Cairns, Shanghai Pu Dong - Cairns or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Cairns when deciding on the best route from China to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on China to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from China to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from China to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from China to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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