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

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

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

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 48% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Newcastle to Cairns delayed?

About 48% of weekly flights between Newcastle and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.

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

Wednesday 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.

How popular is this Newcastle to Cairns flight route?

The Newcastle Williamtown to Cairns flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Newcastle to Cairns?

Airlines like Virgin Australia and Jetstar fly from Newcastle to Cairns in about 4h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1870 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Newcastle to Cairns round-trip?

Virgin Australia, at $375, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newcastle to Cairns.. Virgin Australia is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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.

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).

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

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

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

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Newcastle to Cairns?

The best time to book flights from Newcastle to Cairns is 68 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Cairns (average of $349). Flying from Newcastle to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $565). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Newcastle to Cairns?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Newcastle to Cairns flights typically cost between $407 and $535 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $384 on Virgin Australia (11 Jan–14 Jan).

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Related info for your journey

How popular is this Newcastle to Cairns flight route?
The Newcastle Williamtown to Cairns flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Newcastle to Cairns?
Airlines like Virgin Australia and Jetstar fly from Newcastle to Cairns in about 4h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1870 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Newcastle to Cairns round-trip?
Virgin Australia, at $375, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newcastle to Cairns.. Virgin Australia is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Newcastle to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Newcastle to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Newcastle to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Newcastle to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Newcastle to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Cairns?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Cairns (average of $349). Flying from Newcastle to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $565). 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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Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Newcastle to Cairns flights typically cost between $407 and $535 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $384 on Virgin Australia (11 Jan–14 Jan).

How often are flights from Newcastle to Cairns delayed?

About 48% of weekly flights between Newcastle and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.

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

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

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

Wednesday 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 Newcastle to Cairns flights?

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 48% of flights being delayed.

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Newcastle to Cairns flights typically cost between $407 and $535 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $384 on Virgin Australia (11 Jan–14 Jan).