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Cheap flights from Cairns to Japan from $317

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — FUK
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Sun 9/1112:35CNS - KIX
Nonstop7h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/1121:45KIX - CNS
Nonstop7h 15mJetstar
Deal found 15/10$605
Fri 7/1111:55CNS - NRT
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Fri 28/1120:10NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/10$742
Thu 6/1111:55CNS - NRT
Nonstop7h 20mJetstar
Thu 27/1120:10NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/10$770
Wed 22/1011:40CNS - NRT
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Sat 25/1020:05NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 20mJetstar
Deal found 14/10$802
Sun 9/1112:35CNS - KIX
Nonstop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1120:45KIX - CNS
3 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$816
Thu 13/1111:55CNS - NRT
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Mon 17/1120:10NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/10$856
Sun 30/1112:35CNS - KIX
Nonstop7h 30mJetstar
Sun 7/1221:25KIX - CNS
Nonstop7h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/10$862
Thu 6/1111:55CNS - NRT
Nonstop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1111:40NRT - CNS
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$882
Sun 30/1109:45CNS - KIX
3 stops53h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1221:25KIX - CNS
Nonstop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$902
Fri 7/1112:35CNS - NRT
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1120:10NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$902
Fri 28/1111:55CNS - NRT
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Fri 5/1220:10NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 15/10$907
Sun 30/1112:35CNS - NRT
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1220:10NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$916

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$605

One-way from

$317

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$745

Good round-trip deal

$690 or less

Good one-way deal

$363 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/11-25/11
  • Nonstop
  • 14h 45m total
  • Cairns to Japan
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 30m total
  • Cairns to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($199 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Japan 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 17 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Japan that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Sun 9/11

12:35-19:05

Nonstop7h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 25/11

21:45-06:00

Nonstop7h 15m

$605

CairnsTokyo

CNS - NRT

CNSNRT

Cairns

Fri 7/11

11:55-18:20

Nonstop7h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 28/11

20:10-04:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$742

CairnsTokyo

CNS - NRT

CNSNRT

Cairns

Thu 6/11

11:55-18:15

Nonstop7h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 27/11

20:10-04:35

Nonstop7h 25m

$770

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Sun 9/11

12:35-19:05

Nonstop7h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 25/11

20:45-05:45

3 stops32h 00m

$816

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Fri 6/2

12:35-19:05

Nonstop7h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 15/2

15:25-05:45

2 stops37h 20m

$856

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Sun 8/2

12:35-19:05

Nonstop7h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 15/2

15:25-05:45

2 stops37h 20m

$856

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Sun 30/11

12:35-19:05

Nonstop7h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 7/12

21:25-05:40

Nonstop7h 15m

$862

CairnsTokyo

CNS - NRT

CNSNRT

Cairns

Thu 6/11

11:55-18:20

Nonstop7h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 27/11

11:40-06:00

1 stop17h 20m

$882

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Mon 6/4

12:30-19:00

Nonstop7h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 13/4

07:40-04:25

1 stop19h 45m

$925

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Sun 30/11

12:35-19:05

Nonstop7h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 7/12

08:00-04:35

1 stop19h 35m

$979

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/10

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Japan

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Japan (average of $277). Flying from Cairns to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 68% on flights from Cairns to Japan by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. 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 Japan. Reviews last updated 17 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific and Jetstar from Cairns to Japan to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,028 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,028 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,028 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
475 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,028 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Japan from Cairns, you will be flying from 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 Cairns to Japan?

    Departing from Cairns to Japan will take you 7h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5810 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular route from Cairns to Japan is Cairns - Tokyo Narita. You may also consider Cairns - Tokyo Haneda or Cairns - Osaka Kansai Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Japan 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 Cairns to Japan?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Japan (average of $277). Flying from Cairns to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $778). 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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Top airline flying from Cairns to Japan

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$420Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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