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$897+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Cairns (CNS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CNS
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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$1,919
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$897
(Yatra.com)
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 9/258:30 amRDU - CNS
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/287:15 pmCNS - RDU
2 stops40h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,604
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/283:43 pmRDU - CNS
2 stops29h 52mQantas Airways
Wed 6/43:35 pmCNS - RDU
2 stops39h 19mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/29:20 amRDU - CNS
2 stops35h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/66:00 amCNS - RDU
2 stops36h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$2,295
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/137:00 amRDU - CNS
3 stops40h 10mAir Canada
Fri 6/207:15 pmCNS - RDU
3 stops40h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$3,017

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RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/28

3:43 pm-11:35 am

2 stops29h 52m

Cairns

Wed 6/4

3:35 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops39h 19m

$1,919

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/28

11:25 am-1:35 pm

3 stops36h 10m

Cairns

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-9:44 pm

2 stops29h 44m

$1,998

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/2

9:20 am-11:10 am

2 stops35h 50m

Cairns

Fri 6/6

6:00 am-4:54 am

2 stops36h 54m

$2,295

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/13

7:00 am-1:10 pm

3 stops40h 10m

Cairns

Fri 6/20

7:15 pm-9:49 pm

3 stops40h 34m

$3,017

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/15

7:15 am-12:55 pm

2 stops39h 40m

$897

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/15

6:15 am-3:55 pm

3 stops43h 40m

$1,490

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Deals found on 4/29

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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 May 1, 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,245 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

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

    Located just 2.8 mi from the city center, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cairns from North Carolina.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Cairns (average of $1,136). Flying from North Carolina to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,244). 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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