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$1,173+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CNS
Apr 15 — Apr 221
Tue 4/15
Tue 4/22
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 April 10, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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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 April 10, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:05 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/56:00 amCNS - SEA
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$1,173
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Mon 12/16:15 amSEA - CNS
2 stops35h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 12/1711:45 amCNS - SEA
2 stops26h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/9$1,549
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 4/9$1,572
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 10/192:55 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops25h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/253:35 pmCNS - SEA
3 stops43h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/9$1,674
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/259:45 amSEA - CNS
2 stops32h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/16:00 amCNS - SEA
2 stops24h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/9$1,825
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:40 pmSEA - CNS
3 stops45h 45mFiji Airways
Thu 5/1512:25 pmCNS - SEA
3 stops52h 08mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/9$1,826
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:15 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops60h 35mEmirates
Sat 5/313:35 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops62h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/9$3,054
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Wed 5/71:30 pmSEA - CNS
1 stop21h 55mJapan Airlines
Thu 5/1511:40 amCNS - SEA
1 stop39h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/9$10,557

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

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SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/6

7:15 pm-11:05 am

2 stops22h 50m

Cairns

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,178

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/30

5:59 pm-11:40 am

2 stops24h 41m

Cairns

Mon 10/6

12:40 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,411

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/30

4:45 pm-11:05 am

2 stops25h 20m

Cairns

Wed 10/8

3:35 pm-12:11 am

2 stops25h 36m

$1,562

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 9/28

7:15 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Cairns

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-10:16 pm

2 stops33h 16m

$1,563

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 9/29

7:32 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops31h 13m

Cairns

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-6:17 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$1,648

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/30

10:15 am-6:35 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Cairns

Wed 10/8

6:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,816

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 5/21

10:00 am-10:50 pm

3 stops43h 50m

Cairns

Wed 5/28

6:40 pm-6:33 pm

3 stops40h 53m

$1,841

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 5/24

5:15 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops60h 35m

Cairns

Sat 5/31

3:35 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops62h 50m

$3,054

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 6/7

1:45 pm-3:55 pm

3 stops33h 10m

Cairns

Wed 6/18

12:10 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops43h 15m

$10,112

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

$10,557

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Deals found on 4/9

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 April.
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.

Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Seattle with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Seattle to Cairns

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 April 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 April 10, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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
1,288 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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
180 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,197 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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
8.0
Very good
463 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

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

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

    Qantas Airways, at $1,640, was found to be the cheapest airline from Seattle to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Fiji Airways.

  • 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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