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$708+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to Cairns (CNS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CNS
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sat 3/15
Sat 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,178
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$708
(Yatra.com)
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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 March 10, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/223:36 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/2912:25 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$1,178
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:45 amSEA - CNS
1 stop38h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 11/56:35 pmCNS - SEA
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/9$1,578
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:08 amSEA - CNS
2 stops42h 52mQantas Airways
Sun 4/2012:15 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops50h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/9$1,700
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/115:40 pmSEA - CNS
3 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/175:35 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops37h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/9$1,733
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/65:59 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops24h 41mFiji Airways
Thu 9/1112:40 pmCNS - SEA
3 stops45h 14mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/9$1,741
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/81:30 pmSEA - CNS
1 stop21h 55mJapan Airlines
Tue 4/1511:40 amCNS - SEA
1 stop39h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/9$10,560

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2025.

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Price

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/22

3:36 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 49m

Cairns

Tue 4/29

12:25 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,178

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/7

6:08 am-10:50 pm

2 stops47h 42m

Cairns

Sun 4/20

6:35 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops44h 36m

$1,700

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 4/24

7:02 pm-11:25 am

2 stops23h 23m

Cairns

Thu 5/1

12:25 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops52h 19m

$1,720

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/11

5:40 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops30h 00m

Cairns

Sat 5/17

5:35 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$1,733

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/23

6:25 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Cairns

Wed 4/30

6:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop31h 30m

$2,402

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/11

1:30 pm-4:25 am

1 stop21h 55m

Cairns

Sat 5/17

11:40 am-10:25 am

1 stop39h 45m

$10,560

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/22

12:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops30h 25m

$708

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/22

5:59 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops29h 41m

$992

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/22

1:30 pm-4:25 am

1 stop21h 55m

$7,183

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Deals found on 3/9

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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Seattle-Cairns flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Cairns flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Seattle to Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 March 10, 2025.

When flying from Seattle to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the morning.

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 10, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,439 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,283 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
182 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
812 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

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.

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

    Qantas Airways, at $1,700, was found to be the cheapest airline from Seattle to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.

  • 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.

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

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