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$518+ Cheap flights from Washington 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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CNS
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/56:00 amCNS - SEA
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,180
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/111:45 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops31h 25mAir Canada
Thu 10/236:00 amCNS - SEA
2 stops24h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 4/17$1,181
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 10/1910:00 amSEA - CNS
2 stops30h 45mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/253:35 pmCNS - SEA
3 stops43h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/17$1,357
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 12/13:35 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 12/176:00 amCNS - SEA
2 stops31h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,539
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 4/17$1,578
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 9/66:55 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops23h 45mFiji Airways
Thu 9/1112:40 pmCNS - SEA
3 stops51h 29mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,782
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 4/305:15 pmSEA - CNS
2 stops50h 40mEmirates
Sat 5/35:35 pmCNS - SEA
2 stops60h 50mEmirates
Deal found 4/17$3,048
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/111:30 pmSEA - CNS
1 stop21h 55mJapan Airlines
Sat 5/1711:40 amCNS - SEA
1 stop39h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/17$10,561

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SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/11

1:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Cairns

Thu 10/23

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,181

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/6

7:15 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Cairns

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-2:16 pm

2 stops25h 16m

$1,185

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/19

3:19 pm-10:45 am

2 stops26h 26m

Cairns

Wed 8/27

9:20 am-6:36 pm

3 stops26h 16m

$1,393

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/6

6:55 pm-11:40 am

2 stops23h 45m

Cairns

Thu 9/11

12:40 pm-11:09 pm

3 stops51h 29m

$1,782

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/11

10:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Cairns

Thu 10/23

11:10 am-8:45 am

2 stops38h 35m

$1,863

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/30

5:15 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops50h 40m

Cairns

Sat 5/3

5:35 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops60h 50m

$3,048

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/17

5:15 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Cairns

Sat 6/28

12:15 pm-10:37 pm

3 stops51h 22m

$8,452

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

$10,561

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 6/15

1:13 pm-11:25 am

3 stops53h 12m

$518

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Deals found on 4/17

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WA to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington 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 17, 2025.

When flying from State of Washington to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 17, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
1,443 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
185 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
3,200 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
467 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Washington?

    Cairns (CNS), located 2.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington to Cairns.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Cairns?

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