Q: How long does a flight from Perth to Cairns take?

A direct flight to Cairns will take on average 4h 20m to travel the 2,131 miles flying distance from Perth. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: How many flights are there between Perth and Cairns per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Perth and lands in Cairns, with an average flight time of 4h 20m. The most common departure time is 3:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: How many flights are there between Perth and Cairns per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Perth and lands in Cairns, with an average flight time of 4h 20m. The most common departure time is 3:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: What’s the earliest departure time from Perth to Cairns?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Perth at 3:05 pm and will be landing in Cairns at 9:25 pm.

Question 1

How long does a flight from Perth to Cairns take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight to Cairns will take on average 4h 20m to travel the 2,131 miles flying distance from Perth. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Perth and Cairns per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Perth and lands in Cairns, with an average flight time of 4h 20m. The most common departure time is 3:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between Perth and Cairns per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Perth and lands in Cairns, with an average flight time of 4h 20m. The most common departure time is 3:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

Do I need a passport to fly between Perth and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

No <a href='/flight-routes/Perth-PER/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What’s the earliest departure time from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Perth at 3:05 pm and will be landing in Cairns at 9:25 pm.

Question 6

What’s the latest departure time from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Perth to Cairns jets off at 11:05 pm and lands at 5:25 am.

Question 7

Which airlines fly non-stop between Perth and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Perth to Cairns direct and that is Jetstar. The best round-trip deal found from Jetstar for the route is $159.

Question 8

Which airlines fly non-stop between Perth and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Perth to Cairns direct and that is Jetstar. The best round-trip deal found from Jetstar for the route is $159.

Question 9

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Perth to Cairns flight route.

Question 10

On which days can I fly direct from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

You can catch a nonstop flight from Perth to Cairns on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Perth to Cairns is February, where tickets cost $334 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $498 and $497 respectively.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Perth to Cairns is February, where tickets cost $334 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $498 and $497 respectively.

Question 13

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Perth to Cairns. <a href='/flight-routes/Perth-PER/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 14

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Perth is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Perth-PER/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Perth with another airline. Booking your flights between Perth and CNS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method. <a href='/flight-routes/Perth-PER/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Perth up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Perth-PER/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $416.

Question 18

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Brisbane (BNE) is the top choice – 43% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from Perth to Cairns picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 19

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Alice Springs (ASP) often has the shortest layovers from Perth to Cairns, with an average of 0h 33m.

Question 20

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Alice Springs (ASP) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 5h 15m.

Question 21

How often are flights from Perth to Cairns delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Perth and Cairns historically see delays in approximately 27% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 102 minutes.

Question 22

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Perth to Cairns flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Jetstar have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 27% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 23

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Wednesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 24

What is the most punctual flight time for Perth to Cairns flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 25

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Perth and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 26

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Perth and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 27

How far in advance should I book a flight from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Perth to Cairns, you should book around 11 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Question 28

How far in advance should I book a flight from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Perth to Cairns, you should book around 11 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Question 29

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $199 on average.

Question 30

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Perth to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $199 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Perth to Cairns?

The cheapest month for flights from Perth to Cairns is February, where tickets cost $334 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $498 and $497 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Perth to Cairns?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $199 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Perth to Cairns?

To get a below average price on the flight from Perth to Cairns, you should book around 11 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Which airlines fly non-stop between Perth and Cairns?

There is just one airline that flies from Perth to Cairns direct and that is Jetstar. The best round-trip deal found from Jetstar for the route is $159.

How often are flights from Perth to Cairns delayed?

Weekly flights between Perth and Cairns historically see delays in approximately 27% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 102 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Perth to Cairns flights?

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Wednesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Perth to Cairns flights?

Based on our data, Jetstar have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 27% of their flights encountering any delays.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Perth to Cairns?

Brisbane (BNE) is the top choice – 43% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from Perth to Cairns picked an itinerary connecting there.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Perth to Cairns?

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $416.

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Perth to Cairns?

Consider flying via Alice Springs (ASP) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 5h 15m.

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Perth to Cairns?

If you prefer a quick connection, Alice Springs (ASP) often has the shortest layovers from Perth to Cairns, with an average of 0h 33m.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Perth and Cairns?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Perth and Cairns per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Perth and lands in Cairns, with an average flight time of 4h 20m. The most common departure time is 3:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights.

How long does a flight from Perth to Cairns take?

A direct flight to Cairns will take on average 4h 20m to travel the 2,131 miles flying distance from Perth.

What’s the earliest departure time from Perth to Cairns?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Perth at 3:05 pm and will be landing in Cairns at 9:25 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from Perth to Cairns?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Perth to Cairns jets off at 11:05 pm and lands at 5:25 am.

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Do I need a passport to fly between Perth and Cairns?

No

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Perth to Cairns?

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Perth to Cairns flight route.

On which days can I fly direct from Perth to Cairns?

You can catch a nonstop flight from Perth to Cairns on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Perth to Cairns?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Perth to Cairns.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Perth to Cairns?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Perth is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Perth to Cairns?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Perth with another airline. Booking your flights between Perth and CNS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Perth to Cairns?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Perth up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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