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Cheapest return flight
$1,992
Typical prices: $2,173-$4,619
Emirates
Wed 31/10Wed 7/11
CNS - ATH • 2 stops
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 28% price drop
May
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Athens (CNS-ATH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Athens

Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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17:40 - 15:05CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 25m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
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18:00 - 10:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
32h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Melbourne
$1,841Emirates
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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15:40 - 15:05CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
31h 25m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
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18:00 - 22:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
44h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
$1,992Emirates
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 15:05CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
41h 05m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
Qantas Airways Logo
18:00 - 22:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
44h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
$2,095Qantas Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 15:05CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
29h 25m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:00 - 11:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
36h 50m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,180Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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06:40 - 11:25CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
36h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 08:30ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
30h 30m3 stops Dubai Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
$2,713Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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15:45 - 14:55CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
31h 10m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:20 - 17:15ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
34h 55m3 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Singapore Changi
$3,179Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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18:40 - 08:40CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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15:55 - 17:15ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
65h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Singapore Changi
$3,404Singapore Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 16:05CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
40h 05m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:00 - 11:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
36h 50m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
$3,529Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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09:45 - 16:30CNS  Cairns-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
38h 45m4 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi Amsterdam Schiphol
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14:30 - 11:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CNS Cairns
37h 20m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
$8,136Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Athens flights

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Athens?

Return flights from Cairns to Athens typically range from $2,173 to $4,619. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,992 on Emirates.

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Key details for Cairns to Athens flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$1,992
Round-trip flight from Cairns to Athens

When to book flights from Cairns to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairns to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairns to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

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

    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 Athens flight?

    Return flights from Cairns to Athens range from $2,173 to $4,619, with an average of $2,634 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,173 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Athens 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 $1,992 to $8,136. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Centauro
    • Record go
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Cairns to Athens usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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

    Most connecting flights from Cairns to Athens pass through Singapore Changi (SIN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 66% on flights from Cairns to Athens. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,686 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $4,896, a difference of $3,210.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Cairns and Athens?

    Athens is 7 hours behind Cairns (Eastern European Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Syntagma Square, Acropolis, and Greek Evangelical Church. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Athens 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,686, about $3,210 less than Tuesday fares (66% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Athens trip for December. Fares historically average $1,903 return in that month – typically $2,993 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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