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 $1,939). 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Cairns?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Cairns flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 day to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Cairns?

Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 17% on the overall cost on flights from Minneapolis to Cairns.

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

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Deal found 7/8

$1,818

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Wed 8/63:23 pmMSP - CNS

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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.

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Leonardo,May 2025

JFK - BGI

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JFK - BGI

Good airline and so far i give them 8 out of 10.

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Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Minneapolis to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis 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.
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 $1,939). 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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