Which airports can I use when flying from Phuket City to Cairns?

Flights from Phuket City to Cairns usually depart from Phuket City (HKT) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

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

Only Economy class is available on flights from Phuket City to Cairns.

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.

Do I need a passport to fly from Phuket City 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.

Have flight prices from Phuket City 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 $1,298 to $3,102. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Phuket City to Cairns looking right now?

One-way fares from Phuket City to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $360, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Phuket City and Cairns?

Cairns is 3 hours ahead of Phuket City (Eastern Australia Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 airline is the cheapest to fly from Phuket City to Cairns?

Jetstar ($1,317) and Qantas Airways ($1,958) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Phuket City to Cairns according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec

10:40 - 05:45HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

16h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

09:45 - 20:05CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

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$1,298Multiple Airlines

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21:45 - 22:10HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

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13h 20m1 stop Melbourne

$1,317Jetstar

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16:55 - 11:50HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

15h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:35 - 09:50CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

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$1,736Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 25 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar

21:45 - 22:10HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

21h 25m1 stop Melbourne

06:50 - 19:25CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

15h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,958Qantas Airways

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08:40 - 17:15HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

29h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

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28h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,959Singapore Airlines

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Thu, 25 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar

21:45 - 22:10HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

21h 25m1 stop Melbourne

06:45 - 19:25CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

15h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,960Qantas Airways

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Thu, 25 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar

21:45 - 22:10HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

21h 25m1 stop Melbourne

06:50 - 19:25CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

15h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,965Qantas Airways

3+ days ago

Thu, 25 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar

18:00 - 17:15HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

20h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

06:00 - 08:35CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

29h 35m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi

$2,003Singapore Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, 25 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar

18:00 - 17:15HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

20h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

06:00 - 08:35CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

29h 35m2 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi

$2,007Singapore Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 25 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar

12:45 - 13:35HKT Phuket City-CNS Cairns

21h 50m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:50 - 19:25CNS Cairns-HKT Phuket City

15h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,016Qantas Airways

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Phuket City to Cairns?: Jetstar ($1,317) and Qantas Airways ($1,958) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Phuket City to Cairns according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Phuket City to Cairns?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Phuket City to Cairns.
Do I need a passport to fly from Phuket City 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.
Have flight prices from Phuket City 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 $1,298 to $3,102. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Phuket City to Cairns looking right now?
One-way fares from Phuket City to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $360, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.
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 Phuket City to Cairns?
Flights from Phuket City to Cairns usually depart from Phuket City (HKT) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).
What is the time difference between Phuket City and Cairns?
Cairns is 3 hours ahead of Phuket City (Eastern Australia Time vs Indochina 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.

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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