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$596+ 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CNS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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 November 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,180
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$596
(Kiwi.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 November 21, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/1812:05 amSEA - CNS
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/257:35 amCNS - SEA
3 stops32h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,481

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/7

7:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Cairns

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops20h 50m

$1,180

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 4/5

10:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Cairns

Wed 4/23

6:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,590

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/8

7:32 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops31h 13m

Cairns

Wed 4/23

6:00 am-9:29 pm

2 stops32h 29m

$1,598

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/7

6:30 am-8:50 pm

3 stops45h 20m

Cairns

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-6:25 pm

3 stops29h 25m

$1,675

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 1/4

4:05 pm-12:05 pm

3 stops50h 00m

Cairns

Sat 1/11

12:45 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops65h 50m

$4,637

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 1/3

12:55 am-12:00 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Cairns

Sat 1/11

6:00 am-8:04 pm

2 stops32h 04m

$5,249

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 1/19

6:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops34h 30m

Cairns

Thu 1/30

12:00 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops27h 26m

$7,211

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/7

1:30 pm-4:25 am

1 stop21h 55m

Cairns

Sun 4/20

12:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop39h 25m

$10,479

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 1/13

5:55 pm-4:35 am

2 stops40h 40m

$798

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 1/13

9:20 am-2:55 pm

3 stops35h 35m

$1,525

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Deals found on 11/19

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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 November.
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 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

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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1,460 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1,336 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8.1
Very good
531 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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?

    Singapore Airlines, at $1,590, was found to be the cheapest airline from Seattle to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Air New Zealand.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to Cairns one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,525. Cathay Pacific flights start at $1,934 while deals on Japan Airlines start at $7,149 one-way.

  • 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.

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