Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,453 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,526, a difference of $73. 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 $2,135 to $5,091. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns looking right now?

One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,246, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Cairns?

Cairns is 14 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (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 $12 for economy cars. Top options include: • Bargain Car Rentals • East Coast Car Rentals • Simba Car Hire • Europcar • Ace Rental Cars

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns typically range from $1,453 to $1,526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,135, on Qantas Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?

Qantas Airways ($2,135) and Emirates ($2,136) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$2,135

Typical prices: $1,453-$1,526

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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns (IAD-CNS)

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Fri, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 11

5:50 pm - 10:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

25h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

5:40 pm - 4:17 pmCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 37m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,135Qantas Airways

Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17

10:35 am - 5:15 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

51h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Perth

11:40 am - 8:35 amCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

59h 55m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

$2,136Emirates

Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17

10:35 am - 10:55 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

57h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Melbourne

6:00 am - 8:35 amCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

65h 35m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl

$2,156Emirates

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

2:42 pm - 11:50 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

30h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:50 am - 6:19 pmCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 29m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,171Qantas Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

8:05 pm - 5:45 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

42h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

7:15 pm - 3:55 pmCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 40m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Doha Hamad Intl

$2,178Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 16

5:50 pm - 10:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

25h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

6:50 am - 10:55 pmCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,184Qantas Airways

Fri, Jan 1 - Thu, Jan 14

5:50 pm - 10:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

25h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

3:40 pm - 4:17 pmCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 37m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,185Qantas Airways

Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5

10:35 am - 5:15 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

51h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Perth

11:40 am - 8:35 amCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

59h 55m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

$2,261Emirates

Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5

8:05 pm - 8:30 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

69h 25m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne

7:15 pm - 3:55 pmCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 40m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Doha Hamad Intl

$2,327Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12

9:27 am - 2:00 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CNS Cairns

37h 33m2 stops San Francisco Brisbane

6:00 am - 8:55 pmCNS Cairns-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 55m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco

$2,357United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns departing in january.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 $2,135 to $5,091. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns looking right now?
One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,246, which is 10% 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 starting from around $12 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?
Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,453 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,526, a difference of $73.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Cairns?
Cairns is 14 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,453, about $73 less than Tuesday fares (5% 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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