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Cairns

Cairns

Origin of Image source: the magnetic west

Population-
City CodeCNS
Popular Airlines
  • Jetstar Japan
  • Virgin Australia
  • Jetstar Airways
Flight Time16~23 hours

The flight time to Cairns is approximately 16~23 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Cairns.

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Cairns

Cairns city which lies in the warm waters of Trinity Bay is the capital city of Far North Queensland. Cairns city is located about 400 kilometers from the most northern part of of the state of Queensland and is one of the largest cities in Australia.. Cairns city has a population of 2,180 people and an area of 3.9 kilometers square. Visitors come to Cairns to see the Great Barrier Reef and Wet tropics World Heritage Rainforest. among other sites.

Voice of Travelers to Cairns

Bestfriends trip to Cairns

Hi my name is Lisa. For my bachelorette party we decided to go to Cairns with my bestfriends. We had so much fun in the town that no one wanted to leave. We had acquired our ticket through Virgin airways and the return ticket through Jetstar airlines. We had the best cocktails from the nightclubs in Cairns. I remember partying so hard that we were hungover during the wedding. I will get my ticket back really soon with my girlfriends.

Proposal at Cairns

My boyfriend surprised me with a trip to Cairns last summer. He arranged everything the visas, the air ticket, all the hotel reservations. He got the ticket from British airways on our way there. The return air ticket was from Virgin airways. Virgin airways had better plane service so we will definitely get an air ticket from them next time.The trip was well planned everything was right. We settled into our hotel in Cairns after a few hours of flying. The service of the place was great and the people were so accommodating. On the last day before we left my husband went down on one knee and proposed while having dinner in the hotel. Of course I said yes he is the love of my life. I never wanted to leave Cairns, it will forever be embedded in my heart. W will get a ticket back soon.

Cairns Travel FAQs

Q. What is the best season to visit Cairns?

A. Due to Cairns location, during the summer the climate is hot and often humid. The months that experience rainfall are during January, February and March, therefore, it is better to avoid  getting a ticket during these months as a traveler.  The best time to get your ticket is between May to October when there is lower rainfall and temperatures are around 27 degrees celsius. Get your ticket during peak season which is around May to November and during this time accommodation and ticket prices go up as well.

Q. What are the fun facts about Cairns?

A.Cairns has a man-made beach right in the town. Cairns harbours the world's most fierce birds called Cassowary. The world's largest breed of moths dwell in Cairns. They are around 25 cm long. Cairns was recognized as a city in 1923. The first economic activity in Cairns was gold mining.

Q. What are the main tourist attractions in Cairns?

A. Cairns is well known for the Great Barrier Reef that is one of the natural wonders in the world. Tourists can snorkel to be able to enjoy the warm clear waters and view the great choral arrangement and sea life. There are also other water sports available in Cairns such as white water rafting and kayaking. Tourists can also do whale and dolphin watching in Cairns. Tourists may also visit the surrounding islands with resorts that are family friendly. The beaches in Cairns are a definite tourist attraction which include Clifton Beach, Palm Cove, Ellis Beach and Machans Beach. Other tourist attractions in Cairns include Daintree National Park. This gives you all the reason to get your next ticket here.

Cairns - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights to Cairns Airport ・Sydney Airport ・Melbourne Airport ・Brisbane Airport etc.

Flight Routes to Cairns

Cairns city is served by Cairns International Airport located 4.3 kilometers north of north west of Cairns city. A ticket is easily secured through the airline offices or through their agents. Early planning to obtain a ticket is always advised for travelers. There are many airlines where you can get ticket that operate in Cairns Airport which include Jetstar Airlines, United Airlines, Japan Airlines among others. The airlines are easily accessible for purchasing a ticket.