Cheap flights from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns

Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairns.

Osaka to Cairns: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP22,737
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time7 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineJetstar
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns is P22,737. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns.
Jetstar, Japan Airlines and Finnair fly direct from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns.
As of February 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Kansai International (Osaka) to Cairns is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Cairns Airport on Saturday, 24 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairns but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport takes an average of 7 hours 10 minutes. The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, so it's 1 hour ahead of Osaka.

  • Flights from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport start from 12:30 — the first with Jetstar. The latest flight is the 21:45 option with Jetstar. Overall, you can choose from 28 services every week from KIX to CNS.

  • Travelling over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Jetting into Cairns (and then seeing more of Australia!) is easy with Jetstar. This popular airline runs direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between KIX and CNS:

    • Haneda Airport

    • Narita International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

  • To see if you need a visa to enter Australia, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most current information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from KIX to CNS.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • P10,482 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport. A return flight starts at P22,737. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from KIX to CNS by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from KIX to CNS. There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll tell you when the price changes.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Cairns based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book your flight from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to explore Cairns during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23 ºC and 31 ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KIX to CNS in August. Average temperatures are between 16 ºC and 25 ºC then.

More about Cairns

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Cairns right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from KIX to CNS:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Botanic Gardens are highlights which should feature on every Cairns itinerary.

Complete your Cairns trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Cairns Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cairns.

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