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$1,599+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Cairns (CNS)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CNS
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/176:12 amPHL - CNS
2 stops38h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/246:00 amCNS - PHL
2 stops37h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,599
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:30 amPHL - CNS
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/246:20 pmCNS - PHL
3 stops43h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,648

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Mon 3/17

6:12 am-11:00 am

2 stops38h 48m

Cairns

Mon 3/24

6:00 am-5:07 am

2 stops37h 07m

$1,599

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PHL - CNS

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Philadelphia

Mon 3/17

6:30 am-4:35 am

3 stops32h 05m

Cairns

Mon 3/24

6:20 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops43h 39m

$1,648

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Cairns in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Philadelphia-Cairns flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Cairns flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Cairns flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-Cairns flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Cairns

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 January 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Philadelphia to Cairns in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 January 21, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United Airlines flights seem to always use a bus to/from the boarding gate to the plane. Can they not get their own gate? This time there was no lift when leaving the plane and people in wheelchairs somehow had to climb down the steps to the ground to get to the bus. I udon’t know how some managed that!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United Airlines flights seem to always use a bus to/from the boarding gate to the plane. Can they not get their own gate? This time there was no lift when leaving the plane and people in wheelchairs somehow had to climb down the steps to the ground to get to the bus. I udon’t know how some managed that!

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Cairns round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,599, United Airlines will fly you from Philadelphia to Cairns and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Cairns (average of $1,068). Flying from Philadelphia to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Philadelphia to Cairns

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Philadelphia to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,674Average$2,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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