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Cheapest round-trip
$1,367
Typical prices: $1,444-$1,883
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Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
RDU - CNS • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$818
Typical prices: $772-$880
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Tue 11/6
RDU - CNS • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Cairns (RDU-CNS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Cairns

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:00 am - 5:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
41h 30m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:05 pm - 2:06 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
59h 01m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,367Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:00 am - 5:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
41h 30m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:05 pm - 2:06 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
59h 01m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,368Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:00 am - 5:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
41h 30m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:05 pm - 2:06 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
59h 01m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,405Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 12
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2:45 pm - 8:20 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
51h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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5:35 pm - 2:06 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
59h 31m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,414Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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4:46 pm - 10:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
26h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
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11:40 am - 5:06 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
44h 26m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles
$1,581Qantas Airways
Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17
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4:47 pm - 7:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
35h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
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1:50 pm - 6:28 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
43h 38m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,605Qantas Airways
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:15 am - 4:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
42h 25m2 stops San Francisco Brisbane
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3:45 pm - 3:48 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
39h 03m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,617Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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4:46 pm - 8:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
48h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
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11:40 am - 5:06 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
44h 26m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles
$1,654Qantas Airways
Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17
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4:47 pm - 7:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
35h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
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1:50 pm - 6:28 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
43h 38m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,664Qantas Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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4:46 pm - 10:30 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CNS Cairns
26h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
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11:40 am - 5:06 pmCNS  Cairns-RDU Raleigh-Durham
44h 26m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles
$1,687Qantas Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Cairns flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Raleigh to Cairns?

United Airlines ($1,569) and Qantas Airways ($1,581) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Cairns according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$818
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Cairns

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Your Raleigh to Cairns flight questions, answered

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Cairns usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

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

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

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

    On the Raleigh to Cairns route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 25%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,429 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,883: a $454 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.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Cairns changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,367 to $2,029. That means the highest observed fare was about 48% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Cairns are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $820.

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Cairns?

    Cairns is 14 hours ahead of Raleigh (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern 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

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,429 - about $454 less than Sunday (24% 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 Colonial Club Resort
    - Cairns Sheridan Hotel
    - Floriana Boutique Hotel

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