Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Kathmandu?

Flights from Cairns to Kathmandu usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cairns to Kathmandu: • Economy class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Kathmandu pass through?

Connecting flights from Cairns to Kathmandu most commonly pass through: • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 96% of one-stop connections • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Cairns to Kathmandu. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,231 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,768, a difference of $537. 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 long is a flight from Cairns to Kathmandu?

There are currently no direct flights available from Cairns to Kathmandu. Flights with 1 stopover take between 22h 32m and 24h 55m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Kathmandu?

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 Kathmandu 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 $2,103 to $6,879. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 32m, compared to 24h 55m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

What is the time difference between Cairns and Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is 4 hours behind Cairns (Nepal Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Return flights from Cairns to Kathmandu range from $1,212 to $1,862, with an average of $1,496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,212 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Kathmandu. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Kathmandu?

Singapore Airlines ($3,148) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairns to Kathmandu in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cairns to Kathmandu?

Singapore Changi (SIN) is the most popular stopover for the Cairns to Kathmandu route. 96% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via SIN.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cairns to Kathmandu?

Flights via Singapore Changi (SIN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,487. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cairns to Kathmandu, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) had the shortest average connection time for Cairns to Kathmandu stopovers at 16h 45m over the past 3 months.

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$2,103

Typical prices: $1,212-$1,862

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Cheapest • Avg $1,487 (return)

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Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

18:40 - 21:40CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

20:50 - 05:45KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

28h 40m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,103Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

14:40 - 16:10CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

29h 45m2 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

20:50 - 05:45KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

28h 40m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,175Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, 17 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan

09:45 - 23:25CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

41h 55m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

00:25 - 08:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

27h 50m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne

$2,414Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

11:40 - 11:50CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

28h 25m2 stops Melbourne Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

22:00 - 15:15KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

37h 00m3 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Singapore Changi Melbourne

$2,648Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

11:45 - 16:30CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

33h 00m1 stop Tokyo Narita

23:30 - 04:35KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

24h 50m1 stop Tokyo Narita

$2,788Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan

19:50 - 08:20CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

40h 45m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

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34h 45m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,957Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan

18:20 - 21:50CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

22:55 - 17:15KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

14h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

$3,148Singapore Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan

18:20 - 21:50CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

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34h 45m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$3,297Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan

11:45 - 11:10CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

27h 40m2 stops Melbourne Chengdu Tianfu Intl

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30h 40m3 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

$3,901Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

10:55 - 15:05CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

32h 25m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Guangzhou Baiyun Kunming Changshui

16:05 - 14:55KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

42h 35m3 stops Kunming Changshui Guangzhou Baiyun Sydney Kingsford Smith

$6,879Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Recent last minute flight deals from Cairns to Kathmandu

Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

10:00 - 11:45CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

54h 00m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl

13:55 - 05:45KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

35h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,701Multiple Airlines

20 hours ago

Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

18:15 - 21:30CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

55h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:55 - 05:45KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

35h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,721Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

11:35 - 21:45CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

38h 25m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl

22:55 - 10:55KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

31h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

$2,721Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

11:35 - 21:45CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

38h 25m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl

22:55 - 10:55KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

31h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

$2,785Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

11:35 - 21:45CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

38h 25m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl

22:55 - 10:55KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

31h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

$2,815Cathay Pacific

3+ days ago

Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

10:00 - 11:45CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

54h 00m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:45 - 08:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

29h 30m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne

$2,994Multiple Airlines

20 hours ago

Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

18:15 - 21:30CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

55h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

22:45 - 08:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

29h 30m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne

$3,090Multiple Airlines

20 hours ago

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

11:35 - 21:45CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

38h 25m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl

22:55 - 10:55KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

31h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

$3,095Cathay Pacific

3+ days ago

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

18:15 - 21:30CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

22:55 - 17:15KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

38h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

$3,437Singapore Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

18:15 - 21:30CNS Cairns-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

55h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

22:55 - 17:15KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CNS Cairns

38h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

$3,497Singapore Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Kathmandu?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Kathmandu. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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Cheapest flight	$2,103

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

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Kathmandu?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cairns to Kathmandu:

• Economy class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Cairns to Kathmandu?
There are currently no direct flights available from Cairns to Kathmandu. Flights with 1 stopover take between 22h 32m and 24h 55m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Kathmandu?
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 Kathmandu flight?
Return flights from Cairns to Kathmandu range from $1,212 to $1,862, with an average of $1,496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,212 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cairns to Kathmandu 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 $2,103 to $6,879. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Kathmandu?
Flights from Cairns to Kathmandu usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Kathmandu pass through?
Connecting flights from Cairns to Kathmandu most commonly pass through:

• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 96% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 4% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Kathmandu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Cairns to Kathmandu. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,231 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,768, a difference of $537.

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 much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cairns to Kathmandu?
Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 32m, compared to 24h 55m via Singapore Changi (SIN).
What is the time difference between Cairns and Kathmandu?
Kathmandu is 4 hours behind Cairns (Nepal Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,231, about $537 less than Tuesday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Kathmandu trip for March. Fares historically average $913 return in that month – typically $1,529 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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