Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Cairns is two hours ahead of Perth and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Flights from PER to CNS start at 13:20 — the first with Virgin Australia Regional. The last service of the day is at 23:55 with Jetstar. Overall, you can choose from 39 weekly Perth Airport to Cairns Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PER to CNS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Jetstar offers direct flights from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cairns — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Jetstar on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering PER to CNS flights is Jetstar. Its services arrive without delay 73.33% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between PER and CNS:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
ر.ق. 445 is currently the best price for a one-way Perth Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 702. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from PER to CNS by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PER to CNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of the departures from Perth Airport, 73.04% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Perth Airport from central Perth, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PER. Whether you're taking an early flight from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Perth Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cairns. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Perth Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PER to CNS sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
