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$1,208+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CNS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cairns

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Round-trip from

$1,627
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$1,208
(United Airlines)
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/268:15 amIAD - CNS
2 stops36h 30mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/211:55 amCNS - IAD
2 stops56h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$1,627
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/111:30 amIAD - CNS
2 stops35h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 12/106:00 amCNS - IAD
2 stops31h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,937
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/269:35 amIAD - CNS
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/212:25 pmCNS - IAD
3 stops37h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,957
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.
Mon 12/18:30 amIAD - CNS
2 stops38h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/106:00 amCNS - IAD
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,986
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 7/272:25 pmIAD - CNS
3 stops35h 30mAir Canada
Sun 8/37:15 pmCNS - IAD
3 stops40h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$3,491

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

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Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/26

8:15 am-10:45 am

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Sat 8/2

11:55 am-6:53 am

2 stops56h 58m

$1,627

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

11:30 am-1:45 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Cairns

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-10:14 pm

2 stops31h 14m

$1,937

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/26

9:35 am-4:25 am

2 stops28h 50m

Cairns

Sat 8/2

12:25 pm-12:19 pm

3 stops37h 54m

$1,957

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

8:30 am-2:00 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Cairns

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,986

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/27

2:25 pm-3:55 pm

3 stops35h 30m

Cairns

Sun 8/3

7:15 pm-9:25 pm

3 stops40h 10m

$3,491

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/7

5:53 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$1,208

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/7

11:00 am-9:45 am

3 stops56h 45m

$1,340

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Deals found on 6/9

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 June 12, 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,537 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 2.8 mi from the center of the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 0 airlines have flights to Cairns from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns?

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