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Cheapest return flight
$2,073
Typical prices: $2,149-$2,554
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/1Thu 1/2
NCE - CNS • 2 stops
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Nice to Cairns (NCE-CNS)

 
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Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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15:00 - 14:55NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
62h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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11:45 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,073Qatar Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
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15:00 - 23:05NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
47h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane
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10:55 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
35h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
$2,091Qatar Airways
Sat, 13 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
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15:00 - 11:05NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
59h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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11:45 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,162Qatar Airways
Sat, 13 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
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15:00 - 11:05NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
59h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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11:45 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,166Qatar Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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09:45 - 05:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
35h 00m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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09:45 - 11:35CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
34h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Amsterdam Schiphol
$2,306Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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15:00 - 23:05NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
47h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane
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06:40 - 13:20CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
39h 40m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Rome Fiumicino
$2,323Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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17:10 - 05:45NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
27h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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09:45 - 11:35CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
34h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Amsterdam Schiphol
$2,354Multiple Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
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15:00 - 08:30NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
32h 30m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
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11:45 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,358Multiple Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
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15:00 - 08:30NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
32h 30m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
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11:45 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,362Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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15:00 - 08:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CNS Cairns
56h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane
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06:40 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
39h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
$2,423Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nice to Cairns flights

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How much is a return flight from Nice to Cairns?

Return flights from Nice to Cairns typically range from $2,149 to $2,554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,073 on Qatar Airways.

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Key details for Nice to Cairns flights

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$2,073
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Nice to Cairns

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Your Nice to Cairns flight questions, answered

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

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

    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 Nice to Cairns flight?

    Return flights from Nice to Cairns range from $2,149 to $2,554, with an average of $2,342 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,149 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Nice to Cairns 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 $2,073 to $11,066. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    Cairns Airport (CNS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Simba Car Hire
    • Europcar
    • Ace Rental Cars

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

    Flights from Nice to Cairns usually depart from Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Nice to Cairns. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,831 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,705, a difference of $874.

    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 Nice and Cairns?

    Cairns is 9 hours ahead of Nice (Eastern Australia Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cairns?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cairns are Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Hotel Casino, and Cairns Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Cairns on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Nice to Cairns 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,831, about $874 less than Thursday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nice to Cairns trip for November. Fares historically average $1,831 return in that month – typically $2,423 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairns Airport.

    • Cairns Harbourside Hotel
    • Cairns Sheridan Hotel

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