HNL - CNS

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,964
Typical prices: $1,281-$1,426
Qantas Airways
Sun 12/23Mon 1/1
HNL - CNS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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April
Cheapest • 3% price drop
March
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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

Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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11:00 am - 11:50 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
28h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:40 am - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
22h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,964Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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11:00 am - 11:50 amHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
28h 50m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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3:40 pm - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
37h 35m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,985Qantas Airways
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:25 pm - 2:55 pmHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
28h 30m2 stops San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:00 am - 12:54 pmCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
26h 54m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
$1,990United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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11:00 am - 7:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
36h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
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11:15 am - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
42h 00m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,000Qantas Airways
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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12:10 pm - 11:05 pmHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
38h 55m3 stops Tokyo Narita Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
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2:35 pm - 8:45 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
38h 10m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl Tokyo Haneda
$3,845Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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8:00 am - 2:00 pmHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
34h 00m3 stops San Francisco Vancouver Intl Brisbane
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3:40 pm - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
37h 35m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$4,051Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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12:10 pm - 11:05 pmHNL  Honolulu-CNS Cairns
38h 55m3 stops Tokyo Narita Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
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1:50 pm - 9:15 amCNS  Cairns-HNL Honolulu
39h 25m4 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Tokyo Narita
$10,412Multiple 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 ($1,985) and United Airlines ($1,990) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Honolulu to Cairns according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Honolulu to Cairns flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$1,964
The most popular month to fly with an average 177% increase in travelers.
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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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Honolulu to Cairns flight?

    Round-trip flights from Honolulu to Cairns range from $1,281 to $1,426, with an average of $1,301 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,281 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $1,327 to $11,350. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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

  • 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 43% on flights from Honolulu to Cairns. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,195 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,077, a difference of $882.

    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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,195, about $882 less than Friday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Honolulu to Cairns trip for April. Fares historically average $1,265 round-trip in that month - typically $812 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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