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$523+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CNS
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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$1,635
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One-way from

$523
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This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/187:15 amIAD - CNS
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/2412:25 pmCNS - IAD
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$1,635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/254:00 pmIAD - CNS
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/16:00 amCNS - IAD
2 stops26h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$2,126
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/185:07 pmIAD - CNS
2 stops28h 28mQantas Airways
Sat 5/245:20 pmCNS - IAD
3 stops50h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/10$2,239
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/3010:32 pmIAD - CNS
2 stops46h 13mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/1211:55 amCNS - IAD
2 stops56h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/10$2,437

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/18

7:15 am-11:25 am

2 stops38h 10m

Cairns

Sat 5/24

12:25 pm-5:55 am

2 stops31h 30m

$1,635

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/25

4:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops29h 10m

Cairns

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-6:52 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$2,126

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/18

5:07 pm-11:35 am

2 stops28h 28m

Cairns

Sat 5/24

5:20 pm-5:55 am

3 stops50h 35m

$2,239

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/30

10:32 pm-10:45 am

2 stops46h 13m

Cairns

Sat 7/12

11:55 am-6:53 am

2 stops56h 58m

$2,437

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/16

3:19 pm-11:25 am

3 stops54h 06m

$523

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

7:59 pm-11:25 am

2 stops49h 26m

$1,094

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

10:20 pm-10:45 am

2 stops46h 25m

$1,162

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/16

10:15 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops55h 30m

$1,391

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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 April 11, 2025.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
463 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
180 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 2.8 mi from the center of the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 0 airlines have flights to Cairns from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns one-way?

    $1,094 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and United Airlines, with prices starting from $1,162 and $1,391, respectively.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns (average of $1,134). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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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