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Cheapest round-trip
$1,252
Typical prices: $1,356-$2,077
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Fri 12/7Fri 12/14
HNL - CNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$611
Typical prices: $754-$1,029
Fiji Airways
Fri 2/9
HNL - CNS • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between Honolulu and Cairns. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to Cairns (HNL-CNS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Honolulu to Cairns

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:00 am - 8:20 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
25h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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9:05 am - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
20h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,252Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:00 am - 1:30 pmHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
30h 30m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:40 am - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
22h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,255Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:00 am - 8:20 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
25h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:00 am - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
23h 15m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,315Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:00 am - 8:30 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
25h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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9:05 am - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
20h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,330Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:00 am - 8:30 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
25h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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6:00 am - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
23h 15m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,447Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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11:00 am - 4:50 pmHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
33h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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3:40 pm - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
37h 35m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,592Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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11:00 am - 11:50 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
28h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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5:40 pm - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
35h 35m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,616Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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11:00 am - 11:50 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
28h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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12:35 pm - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
16h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,840Qantas Airways
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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10:55 pm - 11:35 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
16h 40m2 stops Apia Faleolo Nadi
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9:45 am - 9:40 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
43h 55m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Incheon Intl
$1,965Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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11:00 am - 10:30 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
27h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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10:15 am - 7:00 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
40h 45m3 stops Melbourne Shanghai Pu Dong Tokyo Narita
$2,047Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Honolulu to Cairns flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Honolulu to Cairns?

Qantas Airways ($1,447) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Honolulu to Cairns in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Honolulu to Cairns flights

Cheapest flight

$611
One-way flight from Honolulu to Cairns

When to book flights from Honolulu to Cairns

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Honolulu 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 Honolulu to Cairns flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Honolulu to Cairns?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Honolulu to Cairns.

  • How long is a flight from Honolulu to Cairns?

    A nonstop flight from Honolulu to Cairns takes 00m, covering 4,635 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Honolulu 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 Honolulu 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 $1,252 to $8,358. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Honolulu to Cairns looking right now?

    One-way fares from Honolulu to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $770, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Cairns Airport (CNS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Simba Car Hire
    • Europcar
    • Ace Rental Cars

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Honolulu to Cairns?

    Flights from Honolulu to Cairns usually depart from Honolulu (HNL) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Honolulu to Cairns pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Honolulu to Cairns pass through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Honolulu to Cairns?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Honolulu to Cairns. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,356 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,077, a difference of $721.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Honolulu and Cairns?

    Cairns is 20 hours ahead of Honolulu (Eastern Australia Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Honolulu to Cairns flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,356, about $721 less than Friday fares (35% savings) 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 Sheridan Hotel
    • Floriana Boutique Hotel
    • Kookas Bed & Breakfast

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