Cairns

$938+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to Cairns (CNS)

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SEA — CNS
Nov 4 — Nov 111
1 adult
Mon 11/4
Mon 11/11
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Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,175
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$938
(Ovago)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Seattle/Tacoma Intl-Cairns flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Seattle/Tacoma Intl-Cairns flights.
From Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Cairns
One-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2024.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/17:15 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/256:00 amCNS - SEA
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,175
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/21:55 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops30h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/256:00 amCNS - SEA
2 stops27h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,310
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/308:40 amSEA - CNS
1 stop38h 40mSingapore Airlines
Fri 12/276:35 pmCNS - SEA
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/29$2,577
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/37:20 amSEA - CNS
2 stops36h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 11/178:35 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops44h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/30$2,846
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/35:59 pmSEA - CNS
3 stops44h 21mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/275:30 pmCNS - SEA
3 stops46h 47mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$3,101
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/294:05 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops44h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 12/2811:50 amCNS - SEA
2 stops41h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/29$3,388
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/14:05 pmSEA - CNS
3 stops50h 00mEmirates
Sat 12/2812:45 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops41h 50mEmirates
Deal found 10/29$4,004
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/143:05 pmSEA - CNS
3 stops28h 55mAir Canada
Sat 12/216:00 amCNS - SEA
3 stops26h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 10/30$4,257

Find flights from Seattle to Cairns within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

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Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 12/1

2 stops27h 55m

Cairns

Wed 12/25

2 stops21h 50m

$1,175

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/9

2 stops25h 05m

Cairns

Tue 4/29

2 stops20h 50m

$1,188

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/9

3 stops41h 45m

Cairns

Tue 4/29

2 stops26h 05m

$1,301

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/7

2 stops41h 00m

Cairns

Sun 4/20

1 stop55h 30m

$1,645

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/23

3 stops30h 45m

Cairns

Thu 1/30

3 stops30h 25m

$2,018

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 12/3

3 stops44h 21m

Cairns

Fri 12/27

3 stops46h 47m

$3,101

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 12/2

2 stops37h 30m

Cairns

Sun 12/29

2 stops26h 42m

$3,128

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 11/29

2 stops44h 35m

Cairns

Sat 12/28

2 stops41h 50m

$3,388

Seattle/Tacoma IntlCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 12/1

3 stops50h 00m

Cairns

Sat 12/28

2 stops41h 50m

$4,004

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Deals found on 10/29

Compare providers for flights from Seattle to Cairns

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Seattle to Cairns in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Cairns flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Cairns flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Cairns flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Cairns flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Seattle-Cairns flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Seattle to Cairns

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SEA to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Seattle to Cairns as you normally would.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 0.8 - 16.9 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 16.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated October 30, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Seattle to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very good
1,339 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very good
536 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.7
Good
877 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.6
Good
839 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,548 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from Seattle to Cairns for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Seattle to Cairns for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,175, but on average you can expect to pay $2,327.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Seattle to Cairns for under $5,000?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Seattle to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than $5,000.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to Cairns round-trip?

    Air Canada, at $1,188, was found to be the cheapest airline from Seattle to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

  • What does SEA to CNS mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Cairns Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SEA to CNS flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Seattle to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Seattle to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Seattle to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Seattle to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Seattle to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Seattle to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Seattle to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seattle to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Seattle to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Seattle to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Seattle to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Seattle to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Seattle to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Seattle to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

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