Traveling from Haneda Airport (HND) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
7 hours 33 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport. Cairns is 1 hour ahead of Tokyo and operates on the UTC+10 timezone.
Every week, there are 9 flights from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport. To be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 13:15 Virgin Australia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from HND to CNS is 21:55 with Virgin Australia.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Virgin Australia is your ticket to exploring Cairns (and maybe even some other great parts of Australia!). Choose from the direct flights from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport offered by this popular carrier.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between HND and CNS are:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Kansai International Airport
Changi International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Australia, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from HND to CNS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Haneda Airport (HND) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport is C$387. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$897. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap flight tickets from HND to CNS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
August is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Haneda Airport (HND)
Central Tokyo to Haneda Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 16 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want an easy way to start to your journey? Stay near HND. Whether you're taking an early flight from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CNS:
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Cairns in February.
Before locking in your flight from Haneda Airport to Cairns Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from HND to CNS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cairns
Start your Cairns trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from HND to CNS, explore our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station, Cairns Esplanade Western High Water Pier and Cairns Botanic Gardens are top sights which should be on every Cairns itinerary.
Complete your Cairns trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cairns Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Cairns getaway.