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RM 1,347+ Cheap flights to Cairns

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— CNS
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Flights to Cairns in 2025

Find the latest flights to Cairns in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

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RM 1,435

One-way from

RM 1,347
23/5-31/5
  • 23/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Cairns
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11/7
  • 11/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 45m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Cairns
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Cheapest flights to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Fri 23/517:50KUL - CNS
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/507:15CNS - KUL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3RM 1,435
Mon 21/708:50KUL - CNS
2 stops22h 25mQantas Airways
Mon 18/806:00CNS - KUL
2 stops16h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3RM 4,036
Sat 19/719:15KUL - CNS
1 stop19h 45mSingapore Airlines
Wed 13/818:15CNS - KUL
1 stop13h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3RM 4,957
Thu 12/602:20KUL - CNS
2 stops32h 35mChina Southern
Fri 20/612:15CNS - KUL
2 stops59h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 24/3RM 5,710

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Departure

Return

Price

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 23/5

17:50-06:35

1 stop10h 45m

Cairns

Sat 31/5

07:15-15:35

1 stop10h 20m

RM 1,435

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 21/7

08:50-09:15

2 stops22h 25m

Cairns

Wed 13/8

06:00-20:40

2 stops16h 40m

RM 4,036

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 19/7

19:15-17:00

1 stop19h 45m

Cairns

Wed 13/8

18:15-06:00

1 stop13h 45m

RM 4,957

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/6

02:20-12:55

2 stops32h 35m

Cairns

Fri 20/6

12:15-21:50

2 stops59h 35m

RM 5,710

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 11/7

17:50-06:35

1 stop10h 45m

RM 1,347

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Deals found on 24/3

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Cairns

How long is the flight to Cairns?

On average, a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cairns takes 10 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Cairns from other popular cities in Malaysia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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 mm 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 25 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
China Southern
7.4
Good
91 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.

FAQs about flying to Cairns

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

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

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cairns if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cairns on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cairns depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cairns, Kuala Lumpur offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Cairns have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cairns?

    Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 km away from Cairns).

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