Travelling from Nadi Airport (NAN) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Cairns is two hours behind Nadi and follows the UTC+10 timezone.
Flights from NAN to CNS start at 08:30 — the earliest with Fiji Airways. The last service of the day is at 08:45 with Fiji Airways. In total, you can choose from three weekly Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your NAN to CNS flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Fiji Airways is your gateway to exploring Cairns (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Fiji Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Fiji Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers NAN to CNS flights. A dependable 84.0% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NAN and CNS:
Sydney Airport
Brisbane Airport
Auckland International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nadi Airport (NAN) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
C$413 is the lowest price for a one-way Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$713. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from NAN to CNS, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from NAN to CNS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nadi 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 Nadi Airport (NAN)
When it comes to Nadi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Nadi Airport from central Nadi, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to NAN? If you're catching an early flight from Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
Reserve a hotel near CNS if you have a late Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairns and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cairns based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Nadi Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NAN to CNS in August. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a visit to Townsville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Great Barrier Reef Aquarium and Botanic Gardens.
If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, head for Bowen, about 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Horseshoe Bay Beach, Sunset Point and Kings Beach are among the biggest draws.
