Which airlines fly from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Only Airnorth operates flights between Alice Springs and Cairns.

Which airports can I use when flying from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Flights from Alice Springs to Cairns usually depart from Alice Springs (ASP) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Alice Springs to Cairns flights?

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes: • Airnorth: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns.

Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?

The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and Airnorth. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 170 variants.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $591 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,375, a difference of $784. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How are flight departures from Alice Springs to Cairns spread across the day?

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Alice Springs to Cairns flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

What popular places can I visit in Cairns?

Some of the most popular sights in Cairns are Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Hotel Casino, and Cairns Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Cairns on KAYAK.

What are the earliest and latest flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Alice Springs to Cairns: • Earliest: departs at 12:50 and lands at 15:09 • Latest: departs at 12:55 and lands at 15:14. The flight takes about 2h 19m.

How long is a flight from Alice Springs to Cairns?

A direct flight from Alice Springs to Cairns takes 2h 19m, covering 2,339 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Alice Springs to Cairns?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Have flight prices from Alice Springs to Cairns changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $554 to $2,748. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Alice Springs to Cairns looking right now?

One-way fares from Alice Springs to Cairns are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $437, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

How much should I expect to pay for a Alice Springs to Cairns flight?

Return flights from Alice Springs to Cairns range from $708 to $1,255, with an average of $972 over the past 12 months. Anything below $708 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Return flights from Alice Springs to Cairns typically range from $708 to $1,255. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $554 on Airnorth.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Airnorth ($554) offered the cheapest return ticket from Alice Springs to Cairns in the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Alice Springs and Cairns?

Airnorth has the most frequent direct flights from Alice Springs to Cairns with 4 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

How many direct flights run daily between Alice Springs and Cairns?

There are 1 to 1 flights per day from Alice Springs to Cairns, about 4 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 25% of weekly flights.

What time of day do most flights depart from Alice Springs to Cairns?

Most direct flights from Alice Springs to Cairns depart in the afternoon, accounting for 100% of direct departures. Around 1 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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Typical prices: $708-$1,255

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Fri, 1 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

12:55 - 14:45CNS Cairns-ASP Alice Springs

2h 20mdirect

$554Airnorth

14 hours ago

Mon, 4 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

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2h 20mdirect

$554Airnorth

1 day ago

Mon, 22 Mar - Fri, 26 Mar

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

12:55 - 14:45CNS Cairns-ASP Alice Springs

2h 20mdirect

$638Airnorth

3+ days ago

Mon, 22 Mar - Fri, 26 Mar

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

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2h 20mdirect

$639Airnorth

17 hours ago

Mon, 22 Mar - Fri, 26 Mar

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

12:55 - 14:45CNS Cairns-ASP Alice Springs

2h 20mdirect

$641Airnorth

1 day ago

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12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

12:50 - 14:40CNS Cairns-ASP Alice Springs

2h 20mdirect

$690Airnorth

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Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

12:50 - 15:30ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 10mdirect

12:50 - 14:40CNS Cairns-ASP Alice Springs

2h 20mdirect

$742Airnorth

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Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

12:50 - 14:40CNS Cairns-ASP Alice Springs

2h 20mdirect

$753Airnorth

1 day ago

Mon, 4 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

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29h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Fri, 1 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan

12:55 - 15:45ASP Alice Springs-CNS Cairns

2h 20mdirect

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29h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$824Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Alice Springs to Cairns? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Alice Springs to Cairns departing in January.

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What are the earliest and latest flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Alice Springs to Cairns:

• Earliest: departs at 12:50 and lands at 15:09
• Latest: departs at 12:55 and lands at 15:14.

The flight takes about 2h 19m.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns.
How long is a flight from Alice Springs to Cairns?
A direct flight from Alice Springs to Cairns takes 2h 19m, covering 2,339 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Alice Springs to Cairns?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.
How much should I expect to pay for a Alice Springs to Cairns flight?
Return flights from Alice Springs to Cairns range from $708 to $1,255, with an average of $972 over the past 12 months. Anything below $708 counts as a good deal.
Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?
The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and Airnorth. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 170 variants.
How are flight departures from Alice Springs to Cairns spread across the day?
Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Alice Springs to Cairns flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.
Have flight prices from Alice Springs to Cairns changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $554 to $2,748. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Alice Springs to Cairns looking right now?
One-way fares from Alice Springs to Cairns are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $437, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Alice Springs to Cairns?
Flights from Alice Springs to Cairns usually depart from Alice Springs (ASP) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Alice Springs to Cairns?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Alice Springs to Cairns. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $591 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,375, a difference of $784.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Which airlines fly from Alice Springs to Cairns?
Only Airnorth operates flights between Alice Springs and Cairns.
What popular places can I visit in Cairns?
Some of the most popular sights in Cairns are Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Hotel Casino, and Cairns Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Cairns on KAYAK.
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Alice Springs to Cairns flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Airnorth: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $591, about $784 less than Saturday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Alice Springs to Cairns trip for May. Fares historically average $582 return in that month – typically $746 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairns Airport.

• Cairns Harbourside Hotel
• Cairns Sheridan Hotel

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