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Cheapest return flight
$2,374
Typical prices: $1,359-$2,761
Air Canada
Tue 6/2Fri 9/2
CNS - DFW • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,085
Typical prices: $548-$2,534
Cathay Pacific
Sun 22/4
CNS - DFW • 2 stops
Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,413 (return)
Shortest trip • 21h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Dallas (CNS-DFW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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15:45 - 22:20CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
46h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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07:00 - 14:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
39h 55m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,374Air Canada
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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11:40 - 16:50CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
45h 10m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
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23:30 - 10:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
43h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,925Cathay Pacific
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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11:40 - 16:50CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
45h 10m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
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23:30 - 10:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
43h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,928Cathay Pacific
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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11:40 - 16:50CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
45h 10m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
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23:30 - 10:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
43h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,929Cathay Pacific
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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11:40 - 16:50CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
45h 10m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
23:30 - 10:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
43h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,932Cathay Pacific
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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13:50 - 16:50CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
43h 00m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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23:30 - 10:55DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
43h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,934Cathay Pacific
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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06:00 - 22:15CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 15m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
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17:14 - 14:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
52h 46m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco Brisbane
$3,481United Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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06:00 - 22:15CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 15m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
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17:14 - 14:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
52h 46m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco Brisbane
$3,484United Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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06:00 - 22:15CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 15m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
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17:14 - 14:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
52h 46m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco Brisbane
$3,488United Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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06:00 - 22:15CNS  Cairns-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 15m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco
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17:14 - 14:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CNS Cairns
52h 46m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco Brisbane
$3,489United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Return flights from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport typically range from $1,359 to $2,761. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,374 on Air Canada.

Key details for Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

Cheapest flight

$1,085
One-way flight from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 20h 19m and 21h 49m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 $2,374 to $5,090. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $4,884, which is 258% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW)?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Easirent
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Flights from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Nadi (NAN) – 75% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 25% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,358 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,767, a difference of $409.

    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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Flying via Nadi (NAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 19m, compared to 21h 49m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What is the time difference between Cairns and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is 15 hours behind Cairns (Central Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,358, about $409 less than Thursday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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