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$1,342+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CNS
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

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$1,342
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Wed 5/79:00 amRDU - CNS
2 stops36h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/146:00 amCNS - RDU
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$1,342
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/263:22 pmRDU - CNS
3 stops29h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/107:00 pmCNS - RDU
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$2,285
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 4/2610:35 amRDU - CNS
3 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Sat 5/104:35 pmCNS - RDU
3 stops56h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24$2,862

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Cairns that are best for you.

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RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/7

9:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops36h 10m

Cairns

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,342

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/26

3:22 pm-11:05 am

3 stops29h 43m

Cairns

Sat 5/10

7:00 pm-4:19 pm

2 stops35h 19m

$2,285

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/26

10:35 am-1:10 pm

3 stops36h 35m

Cairns

Sat 5/10

4:35 pm-10:43 am

3 stops56h 08m

$2,862

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Deals found on 3/23

Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Cairns in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Raleigh-Cairns flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Cairns flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Cairns flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Cairns flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Cairns

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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 March 25, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,957 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cairns (average of $1,134). Flying from Raleigh 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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