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.
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Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 44 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near KIX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kansai International Airport to Cairns Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
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
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