How long is the flight from Alaska to Cairns?

There are many flights that can get you from Alaska to Cairns in 61h 15m. Fly via Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Alaska and Cairns is about 6428 mi.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 0.8 - 16.9 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 16.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AK to CNS?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Alaska to Cairns as you normally would.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Alaska?

If you book a flight to Cairns from Alaska, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 2.8 mi from the center of Cairns.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Alaska?
If you book a flight to Cairns from Alaska, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 2.8 mi from the center of Cairns.
How long is the flight from Alaska to Cairns?
There are many flights that can get you from Alaska to Cairns in 61h 15m. Fly via Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Alaska and Cairns is about 6428 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from Alaska to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Alaska to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Alaska to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Alaska to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Alaska to Cairns?
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