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$767+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — CNS
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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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.
Mon 12/15:30 pmDCA - CNS
2 stops47h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/106:00 amCNS - DCA
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,420
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Mon 6/305:30 pmDCA - CNS
2 stops29h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 7/126:35 pmCNS - DCA
2 stops44h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$2,436
This Air New Zealand 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/305:59 pmDCA - CNS
3 stops36h 56mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/123:35 pmCNS - DCA
3 stops44h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$2,553
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/136:59 amDCA - CNS
3 stops40h 11mAir Canada
Fri 6/207:15 pmCNS - DCA
3 stops38h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$2,837
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Fri 6/134:45 pmDCA - CNS
3 stops37h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/206:00 amCNS - DCA
2 stops24h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$3,042

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cairns that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

5:30 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Cairns

Sat 7/12

3:35 pm-9:05 am

3 stops31h 30m

$2,331

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

5:30 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Cairns

Sat 7/12

6:35 pm-12:49 am

2 stops44h 14m

$2,436

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

5:59 pm-8:55 pm

3 stops36h 56m

Cairns

Sat 7/12

3:35 pm-10:15 pm

3 stops44h 40m

$2,553

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 6/13

6:59 am-1:10 pm

3 stops40h 11m

Cairns

Fri 6/20

7:15 pm-7:42 pm

3 stops38h 27m

$2,837

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 6/13

4:45 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops37h 00m

Cairns

Fri 6/20

6:00 am-4:57 pm

2 stops24h 57m

$3,042

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/15

6:38 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 47m

$767

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Deals found on 4/29

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cairns

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 April 29, 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
828 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,242 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Cairns (average of $1,136). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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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