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Cheapest return flight
$1,160
Typical prices: $777-$1,155
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Sat 6/1Sat 20/1
CNS - APW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$842
Typical prices: $315-$708
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Mon 1/1
CNS - APW • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cairns and Apia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 35% price drop
July
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Top stopover airports
Nadi (NAN)
Cheapest • Avg $933 (return)
Brisbane (BNE)
Shortest trip • 15h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Apia (CNS-APW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Apia

Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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06:00 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
16h 10m2 stops Brisbane Nadi
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16:05 - 11:35APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
22h 30m1 stop Nadi
$1,160Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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06:00 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
16h 10m2 stops Brisbane Nadi
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16:05 - 17:15APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
28h 10m2 stops Nadi Brisbane
$1,299Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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18:10 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
28h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi
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16:05 - 17:15APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
28h 10m2 stops Nadi Brisbane
$1,313Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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18:10 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
28h 00m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane Nadi
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16:05 - 19:15APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
30h 10m2 stops Nadi Brisbane
$1,422Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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16:00 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
30h 10m2 stops Brisbane Nadi
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05:00 - 17:30APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
15h 30m2 stops Nadi Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,429Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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15:40 - 05:00CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
10h 20m1 stop Brisbane
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16:05 - 11:35APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
22h 30m1 stop Nadi
$1,444Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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18:10 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
28h 00m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane Nadi
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16:05 - 17:15APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
28h 10m3 stops Nadi Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$1,504Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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18:10 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
28h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi
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07:30 - 17:15APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
12h 45m1 stop Brisbane
$1,577Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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06:00 - 11:20CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
26h 20m3 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith Nadi
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05:00 - 16:50APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
14h 50m2 stops Nadi Brisbane
$1,788Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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16:00 - 01:10CNS  Cairns-APW Apia Faleolo
30h 10m2 stops Brisbane Nadi
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07:30 - 16:50APW  Apia Faleolo-CNS Cairns
12h 20m1 stop Brisbane
$1,823Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Apia flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Apia?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Apia and is 27% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 70% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Cairns to Apia flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$842
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cairns to Apia

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Your Cairns to Apia flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Apia?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Apia.

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Apia?

    A direct flight from Cairns to Apia takes 0h 00m, covering 7,291 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Apia?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Apia flight?

    Return flights from Cairns to Apia range from $777 to $1,155, with an average of $1,038 over the past 12 months. Anything below $777 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Apia changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $1,160 to $2,211. That means the highest observed fare was about 90% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Apia looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Apia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,432, which is 272% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Apia?

    Flights from Cairns to Apia usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Apia Faleolo (APW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Apia pass through?

    Connecting flights from Cairns to Apia most commonly pass through:

    • Nadi (NAN) – 87% of one-stop connections
    • Brisbane (BNE) – 13% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Apia?

    On the Cairns to Apia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 57%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $768 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,772 – a $1,004 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cairns to Apia?

    Flying via Nadi (NAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 14m, compared to 15h 04m via Brisbane (BNE).

  • What is the time difference between Cairns and Apia?

    Apia is 3 hours ahead of Cairns (Apia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Apia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $768 – about $1,004 less than Friday (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Apia trip for January. Fares historically average $678 return in that month – typically $697 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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