Flights from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Cairns (CNS)

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Hamilton Island to Cairns Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Cairns (CNS)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Hamilton Island to Cairns flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top HTI to CNS routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Great Barrier Reef
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
HTI
Traveling To
Cairns Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
CNS
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
The usual flight time between HTI and CNS is approximately 5 hours and 17 minutes. If the thought of endlessly reading the safety card in your seat pocket sounds dull, bring a novel or load up your laptop with movies to keep yourself amused.
What airlines fly direct from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
You won’t find any direct flights from HTI to Cairns Airport. But don’t cry into your tissues so fast. A handful of airlines will take you there with only one stopover, including Qantas, Etihad Airways and Virgin Australia.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane
Address:
Hamilton Island QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
HTI
Longitude:
148.948474
Latitude:
-20.35175
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane

Hamilton Island to Cairns Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Cairns, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from HTI to CNS. With heaps of cheap fares from Hamilton Island, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Cairns from Hamilton Island  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Cairns from Hamilton Island from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Cairns in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Cairns from Hamilton Island 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Hamilton Island to Cairns today!  

Find cheap airfares to Cairns from Hamilton Island 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Hamilton Island and Cairns
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Hamilton Island to Cairns

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is AU$139 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great facilities and the outdoor pool/cafe area was good. Shame about the restaurant not being open at all. We went to an event and back to the property at 9pm to find no parking/cars taking 2 spaces and trailers. Had to park up the street and walk back. Great place, would stay ..."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$171 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Just need to improve the room and facility"

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2024

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Acacia Court Hotel
Acacia Court Hotel
3.5 out of 5
223-227 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$143 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
5.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

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