Question 1

I have someone picking me up, what are the parking options at Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are three car parks servicing Cairns Airport: T1 Budget, T2 Domestic and T2 Covered. They vary in distance to the terminals, from about a 2min to 7min walk. If you are in need of parking at Cairns Airport, be sure to book online in advance to save up to 40% on costs.

Question 2

What kind of facilities are there for those travelling with children at Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are changing facilities and parenting rooms in both terminals, both before and after security. There are some baby supplies in the convenience shops of the airport, if needed, and any of the cafes or restaurants will happily assist with hot water for bottles. There is no play area; although, a trip to Lego Kaboom may be a fun way for older kids to burn off some energy and maybe find an activity for a long flight or drive.

Question 3

How can you travel into Cairns from the airport?

Accepted Answer

Cairns Airport is very close to downtown Cairns, situated only a 10-minute drive from the waterfront. To get there you can take the Airport Connect bus service, run by Sun Palm Transport; purchase tickets online or stop at the transport desk. The bus will take you to the Tobruk Pool bus stop where you can transfer to another service to take you across the city.

Question 4

What shopping options are there at Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

For those looking for shopping opportunities at Cairns Airport you can find a wide range of products in either terminal, whether it is duty-free technology from Tech2Go, beauty from MAC or souvenirs from Australian Made or Discover Dreamtime.

Question 5

Which hotels are near to Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

If your flight to Cairns is only for transit or you’re looking for a hotel convenient to the airport, there are a number of options very close by. You can find some luxury 4- or 5-star hotels along the waterfront, such as the Waterfront Suites with its picturesque views or the upmarket Shangri-La Hotel. For those on a budget, the Nomads Cairns Hostel is also nearby.

Question 6

What are some of the dining options at Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you need a bite to eat while you’re at the airport, you can find a number of dining options throughout the terminals. For those craving a good bar and grill, you’ll find the Great Northern Bar in Terminal 2, not far from Hungry Jacks. Otherwise, if you’re after a coffee or a quick bite to eat, track down one of the Grinders Coffee Carts.

Question 7

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Cairns is Tuesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $316. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are $353 on average.

Question 8

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Cairns is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $251 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Cairns is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $351.

Question 9

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines flying to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Cairns is Jetstar, followed by Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways.

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