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Cheapest round-trip
$1,426
Typical prices: $874-$1,702
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/29Mon 11/5
DFW - CNS • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$2,540
Typical prices: $496-$770
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/21
DFW - CNS • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Cairns. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 27% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cairns (DFW-CNS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cairns

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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7:00 am - 1:30 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
39h 30m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:05 pm - 10:20 pmCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
44h 15m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,426Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:00 am - 5:30 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
42h 30m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:05 pm - 2:45 pmCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
60h 40m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,644Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:45 pm - 10:30 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
20h 45m1 stop Brisbane
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6:00 am - 11:59 pmCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 59m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles
$1,687Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 14
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4:26 pm - 10:30 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
27h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Brisbane
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6:00 am - 11:59 pmCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 59m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles
$1,688Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 12
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6:30 pm - 7:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
57h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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3:45 pm - 9:25 amCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
57h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
$1,701Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:30 pm - 7:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
57h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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3:45 pm - 3:10 pmCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
63h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
$1,701Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:55 pm - 7:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
52h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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3:45 pm - 9:25 amCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
57h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
$1,701Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:55 pm - 7:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
52h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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3:45 pm - 3:10 pmCNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
63h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
$1,701Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns?

Qatar Airways ($1,701) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$2,540
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 173% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 42% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cairns

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cairns based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns pass through Nadi (NAN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns?

    On the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 53%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $878 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,847: a $969 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairns?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairns are Cairns Convention Centre and Reef Hotel Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Cairns on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns takes 0h 00m, covering 8,401 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,426 to $13,902. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,468, which is 467% above the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Cairns?

    Cairns is 15 hours ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    Cairns Airport (CNS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Simba Car Hire
    • Ace Rental Cars
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns range from $874 to $1,702, with an average of $1,201 over the past 12 months. Anything below $874 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $878 - about $969 less than Tuesday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cairns trip for December. Fares historically average $874 round-trip in that month - typically $2,410 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairns Airport.
    - Cairns Colonial Club Resort
    - Cairns Sheridan Hotel
    - Floriana Boutique Hotel

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