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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Cairns Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $989. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairns.$435 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $435, select.
Cairns.$467 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.
Cairns.$468 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $468, select.
Cairns.$481 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $481, select.
Cairns.$484 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $484, select.
Cairns.$495 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $495, select.
Cairns.$495 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $495, select.
Cairns.$547 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with HK Express.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $547, select.
Cairns.$618 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $618, select.
Cairns.$696 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $696, select.
Cairns.$758 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $758, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Cairns

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hong Kong Intl to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $495
Jun
from $468
Jul
from $495
Aug
from $481
Sep
from $435
Oct
from $484
Nov
from $467
Dec
from $547
Jan
from $618
Feb
from $696
Mar
from $758
Apr
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Hong Kong to Cairns: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$435
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Hong Kong Intl to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Hong Kong Intl to Cairns is $834. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Hong Kong Intl to Cairns.
SWISS, Cathay Pacific and Finnair fly direct from Hong Kong Intl to Cairns.
As of May 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Hong Kong Intl to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to Cairns is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Cairns Airport on Friday, 14 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairns but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Niugini offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Cairns two hours ahead of Hong Kong.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HKG to CNS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport. These are the top stopovers between HKG and CNS:

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Haneda Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport flight is $435. A round-trip ticket is currently $834. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HKG to CNS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from HKG to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport.

Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.

  • 73.04% of flights leaving from Hong Kong International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Hong Kong International Airport from central Hong Kong, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to HKG? If you're boarding an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to CNS if you're taking a late Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Begin your adventure 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.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Cairns. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit 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). Lock in your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • August has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HKG to CNS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.

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