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Cheap flights from Hong Kong to Cairns from $498

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HKG — CNS
6 Apr — 13 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Hong Kong to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hong Kong to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 March 2026.

Fri 14/820:25
HKG
-
CNS
1 stop12h 35m
Air Niugini
Mon 24/807:00
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop14h 35m
Air Niugini
Deal found 6/3$926
Mon 20/418:30
HKG
-
CNS
2 stops36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/419:00
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$928
Wed 12/820:45
HKG
-
CNS
1 stop19h 45m
Air Niugini
Mon 24/807:00
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop14h 35m
Air Niugini
Deal found 6/3$930
Sun 17/519:50
HKG
-
CNS
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/519:10
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,015
Sat 18/408:25
HKG
-
CNS
3 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/412:30
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,054
Sat 25/700:55
HKG
-
CNS
1 stop25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/807:00
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,057
Sun 19/419:50
HKG
-
CNS
3 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/419:10
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,064
Mon 27/720:45
HKG
-
CNS
1 stop19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/809:20
CNS
-
HKG
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,067
Wed 1/720:45
HKG
-
CNS
1 stop19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/716:55
CNS
-
HKG
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,079
Tue 10/316:20
HKG
-
CNS
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/1112:00
CNS
-
HKG
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,082

Find flight deals from Hong Kong to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hong Kong to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 7 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$926

One-way from

$498
Air Niugini
  • Air Niugini
  • 14/8-24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 10m total
  • Hong Kong to Cairns
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23/3
  • 23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Hong Kong to Cairns
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Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 14/8

20:25-11:00

1 stop12h 35m

Cairns

Mon 24/8

07:00-19:35

1 stop14h 35m

$926

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 18/4

08:25-19:15

3 stops32h 50m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

12:30-23:55

1 stop13h 25m

$1,054

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 1/7

20:45-18:30

1 stop19h 45m

Cairns

Sat 18/7

16:55-18:50

2 stops27h 55m

$1,079

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 19/8

20:45-18:30

1 stop19h 45m

Cairns

Tue 25/8

15:35-19:35

2 stops30h 00m

$1,109

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 19/8

18:50-17:00

1 stop44h 10m

Cairns

Tue 25/8

18:15-12:40

1 stop20h 25m

$1,126

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 16/4

01:40-19:15

3 stops39h 35m

Cairns

Mon 27/4

12:30-23:55

1 stop13h 25m

$1,205

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 17/4

02:00-08:40

2 stops28h 40m

Cairns

Sat 25/4

19:10-19:10

1 stop26h 00m

$1,270

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 17/5

20:05-15:00

2 stops16h 55m

Cairns

Mon 18/5

18:20-17:55

1 stop25h 35m

$1,277

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 18/4

11:55-19:15

2 stops29h 20m

Cairns

Sun 26/4

06:45-11:15

2 stops30h 30m

$1,330

Hong KongCairns

HKG - CNS

HKGCNS

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 17/8

20:05-19:30

2 stops21h 25m

Cairns

Sat 22/8

21:40-17:55

1 stop22h 15m

$1,356

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Hong Kong to Cairns

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

Find hourly flight availability from Hong Kong 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 7 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Hong Kong to Cairns at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 84% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How often are flights from Hong Kong to Cairns delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Hong Kong and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns from Hong Kong. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Hong Kong to Cairns flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Hong Kong to Cairns.

  • How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Cairns?

    For as low as $926, Air Niugini can have you in Cairns from Hong Kong in 12h 35m. There are 5564 km between Hong Kong and Cairns.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Hong Kong to Cairns?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Hong Kong to Cairns on time: Lufthansa (96%), Cathay Pacific (92%), Finnair (92%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hong Kong to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hong Kong 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.

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