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

Flights from Cairns to Lima usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

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

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

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

On the Cairns to Lima route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,235 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,921 – a $686 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Lima?

Miraflores Central Park is one of the most viewed places in Lima on KAYAK.

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

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 Lima changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,807 to $4,807. That means the highest observed fare was about 71% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cairns to Lima looking right now?

One-way fares from Cairns to Lima are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,683, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Lima?

Lima is 15 hours behind Cairns (Peru Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM)?

Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Sixt • Hertz • Budget • FlexWays

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

Return flights from Cairns to Lima range from $2,270 to $2,542, with an average of $2,290 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,270 counts as a good deal.

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Thu, 22 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov

15:35 - 16:25CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

39h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

09:35 - 13:30LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

36h 55m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,807Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 19 Nov

15:45 - 03:30CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

50h 45m3 stops Brisbane Los Angeles San Salvador El Salvador Intl

03:05 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

41h 45m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,017Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

06:50 - 22:50CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

31h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

16:20 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

52h 30m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,654Qantas Airways

Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov

06:50 - 22:50CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

31h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12:30 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

56h 20m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,730Qantas Airways

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

11:35 - 15:30CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

42h 55m2 stops Melbourne Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12:30 - 13:35LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

58h 05m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,766Qantas Airways

Fri, 23 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov

06:50 - 16:25CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

24h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12:30 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

56h 20m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,786Qantas Airways

Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov

11:35 - 16:25CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

43h 50m2 stops Melbourne Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12:30 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

56h 20m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,844Qantas Airways

Fri, 23 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov

06:50 - 22:50CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

31h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12:30 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

56h 20m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,862Qantas Airways

Sat, 24 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

06:50 - 16:30CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

48h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

16:20 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

52h 30m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,946Qantas Airways

Sat, 24 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov

06:50 - 16:30CNS Cairns-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

48h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12:30 - 11:50LIM Lima J Chavez Intl-CNS Cairns

56h 20m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sydney Kingsford Smith

$4,022Qantas Airways

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns to Lima?

Qantas Airways ($3,654) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairns to Lima in the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Lima?
Flights from Cairns to Lima usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Lima?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Lima.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Lima?
On the Cairns to Lima route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,235 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,921 – a $686 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Lima?
Miraflores Central Park is one of the most viewed places in Lima on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Lima?
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 Lima changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,807 to $4,807. That means the highest observed fare was about 71% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cairns to Lima looking right now?
One-way fares from Cairns to Lima are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,683, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Lima?
Lima is 15 hours behind Cairns (Peru Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM)?
Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Sixt
• Hertz
• Budget
• FlexWays
How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Lima flight?
Return flights from Cairns to Lima range from $2,270 to $2,542, with an average of $2,290 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,270 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,235 – about $686 less than Saturday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.
- Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport
- Royal Inca Hotel

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