How long is the flight from Tasmania to Cairns?

Virgin Australia can get you from Tasmania to Cairns in just under 5h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 2744 km.

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 TAS to CNS?

When flying from Tasmania to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

If you book a flight to Cairns from Tasmania, 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.

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

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Cheapest in	May
Average price	$581

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06:25-15:55

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tasmania to Cairns (average of $470). Flying from Tasmania to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $625). 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 Tasmania to Cairns?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Tasmania to Cairns flights typically cost between $461 and $666 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $508 on Multiple Airlines (12 Oct–31 Oct).

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Tasmania?
If you book a flight to Cairns from Tasmania, 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.
How long is the flight from Tasmania to Cairns?
Virgin Australia can get you from Tasmania to Cairns in just under 5h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 2744 km.
Can I find deals for flights from Tasmania to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Tasmania to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Tasmania to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Tasmania to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Tasmania to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tasmania 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 Tasmania to Cairns?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tasmania to Cairns (average of $470). Flying from Tasmania to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $625). 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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Virgin Australia	Cheapest$314	Average$504	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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Tasmania to Cairns flights typically cost between $461 and $666 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $508 on Multiple Airlines (12 Oct–31 Oct).

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Tasmania to Cairns flights typically cost between $461 and $666 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $508 on Multiple Airlines (12 Oct–31 Oct).