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Cheap flights from Illinois to Cairns (CNS) from $2,128

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ORD — CNS
May 13 — May 201
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Mon 5/13
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheap Air Canada flights from Illinois to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Illinois and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights heading from Illinois to Cairns. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Wed 10/304:10 pmSTL - CNS
3 stops54h 55mAir Canada
Sun 11/35:35 pmCNS - STL
3 stops56h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 5/6$2,128
Wed 10/304:10 pmSTL - CNS
3 stops54h 55mAir Canada
Sun 11/35:35 pmCNS - STL
3 stops56h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$2,129
Fri 5/313:40 pmORD - CNS
2 stops33h 15mAir Canada
Wed 6/126:00 amCNS - ORD
2 stops38h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$11,282
Fri 5/312:15 pmORD - CNS
3 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Wed 6/126:00 amCNS - ORD
2 stops28h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$11,407

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Illinois to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Illinois and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Qantas Airways flights traveling from Illinois to Cairns. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 10/306:02 pmSTL - CNS
2 stops32h 08mQantas Airways
Sun 11/36:20 pmCNS - STL
2 stops44h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/6$3,025
Wed 10/306:02 pmSTL - CNS
2 stops32h 08mQantas Airways
Sun 11/36:20 pmCNS - STL
2 stops44h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/7$3,026

Cheap Illinois to Cairns flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Illinois to Cairns specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Illinois to Cairns in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 5/313:40 pmORD - CNS
2 stops33h 15mAir Canada
Wed 6/126:00 amCNS - ORD
2 stops38h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$11,282
Fri 5/312:15 pmORD - CNS
3 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Wed 6/126:00 amCNS - ORD
2 stops28h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$11,407
Fri 5/3110:45 amORD - CNS
3 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/126:15 pmCNS - ORD
3 stops38h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$21,843
Fri 5/315:55 pmORD - CNS
2 stops45h 30mANA
Wed 6/121:15 pmCNS - ORD
1 stop41h 05mANA
Deal found 5/7$24,954

Illinois to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Illinois and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Illinois to Cairns in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 10/304:10 pmSTL - CNS
3 stops54h 55mAir Canada
Sun 11/35:35 pmCNS - STL
3 stops56h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 5/6$2,128
Wed 10/304:10 pmSTL - CNS
3 stops54h 55mAir Canada
Sun 11/35:35 pmCNS - STL
3 stops56h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$2,129
Wed 10/306:02 pmSTL - CNS
2 stops32h 08mQantas Airways
Sun 11/36:20 pmCNS - STL
2 stops44h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/6$3,025
Wed 10/306:02 pmSTL - CNS
2 stops32h 08mQantas Airways
Sun 11/36:20 pmCNS - STL
2 stops44h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/7$3,026
Fri 5/313:40 pmORD - CNS
2 stops33h 15mAir Canada
Wed 6/126:00 amCNS - ORD
2 stops38h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$11,282
Fri 5/312:15 pmORD - CNS
3 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Wed 6/126:00 amCNS - ORD
2 stops28h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$11,407
Fri 5/3110:45 amORD - CNS
3 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/126:15 pmCNS - ORD
3 stops38h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$21,843
Fri 5/315:55 pmORD - CNS
2 stops45h 30mANA
Wed 6/121:15 pmCNS - ORD
1 stop41h 05mANA
Deal found 5/7$24,954

Find flights from Illinois to Cairns within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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Lambert-St LouisCairns

STL - CNS

STLCNS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/30

3 stops54h 55m

Cairns

Sun 11/3

3 stops56h 18m

$2,128

Lambert-St LouisCairns

STL - CNS

STLCNS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/30

3 stops54h 55m

Cairns

Sun 11/3

3 stops56h 18m

$2,129

Lambert-St LouisCairns

STL - CNS

STLCNS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/30

2 stops32h 08m

Cairns

Sun 11/3

2 stops44h 40m

$3,025

Lambert-St LouisCairns

STL - CNS

STLCNS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 10/30

2 stops32h 08m

Cairns

Sun 11/3

2 stops44h 40m

$3,026

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/31

2 stops33h 15m

Cairns

Wed 6/12

2 stops38h 36m

$11,282

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/31

3 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Wed 6/12

2 stops28h 57m

$11,407

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/31

3 stops39h 15m

Cairns

Wed 6/12

3 stops38h 28m

$21,843

Chicago O'Hare IntlCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/31

2 stops45h 30m

Cairns

Wed 6/12

1 stop41h 05m

$24,954

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated May 8, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Canada and Qantas Airways from Illinois to Cairns have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
975 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,918 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Cairns. It is only a 2.8 mi journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Cairns for under $2,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Cairns for under $2,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $2,128, but on average you can expect to pay $9,974.

  • What does ORD to CNS mean?

    ORD and CNS are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to CNS refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cairns Airport. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Springfield Capital Airport (SPI).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/7.

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Top airline flying from Illinois to Cairns

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