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$1,727+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Cairns (CNS)

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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CNS
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Mon 6/16
Mon 6/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 11, 2025.

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$1,727
(United Airlines)
From Minneapolis St Paul to Cairns
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:35 amMSP - CNS
3 stops45h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/246:00 amCNS - MSP
2 stops31h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,727
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:15 amMSP - CNS
3 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Tue 6/244:35 pmCNS - MSP
3 stops58h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$3,202
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/173:09 pmMSP - CNS
3 stops30h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/243:35 pmCNS - MSP
3 stops32h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$3,277

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MinneapolisCairns

MSP - CNS

MSPCNS

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/17

3:16 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops37h 29m

Cairns

Tue 6/24

6:00 am-2:24 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,727

MinneapolisCairns

MSP - CNS

MSPCNS

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/17

7:15 am-3:55 pm

3 stops41h 40m

Cairns

Tue 6/24

4:35 pm-12:23 pm

3 stops58h 48m

$3,202

MinneapolisCairns

MSP - CNS

MSPCNS

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/17

3:09 pm-12:55 pm

3 stops30h 46m

Cairns

Tue 6/24

3:35 pm-9:04 am

3 stops32h 29m

$3,277

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Cairns

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Minneapolis to Cairns at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 11, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,784 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,784 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,784 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,522 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,784 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minneapolis to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Cairns (average of $1,136). Flying from Minneapolis to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,981). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Minneapolis to Cairns

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Minneapolis to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2025.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$969Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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