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RM 853+ Cheap flights to Cairns

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
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 13 June 2025.

Return from

RM 2,331

One-way from

RM 853
27/7-3/8
  • 27/7-3/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Cairns
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18/6
  • 18/6
  • 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 13 June 2025.

Sun 27/717:50KUL - CNS
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/821:30CNS - KUL
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 2,331
Fri 25/702:20KUL - CNS
2 stops32h 35mChina Southern
Sat 2/815:35CNS - KUL
2 stops51h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 10/6RM 9,335

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Return

Price

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 27/7

17:50-06:35

1 stop10h 45m

Cairns

Sun 3/8

21:30-21:40

2 stops26h 10m

RM 2,331

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 25/7

02:20-12:55

2 stops32h 35m

Cairns

Sat 2/8

15:35-17:10

2 stops51h 35m

RM 9,335

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL - CNS

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 18/6

17:50-06:35

1 stop10h 45m

RM 853

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Deals found on 12/6

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How long is the flight to Cairns?

On average, a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cairns takes 31 hours 35 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 13 June 2025.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

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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