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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns from $2,148

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CNS
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 19 December 2024.

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$2,148
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/2-16/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 48m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Mon 30/1217:15IAD - CNS
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/112:45CNS - IAD
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$4,536
Mon 30/1220:49IAD - CNS
2 stops55h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/106:00CNS - IAD
2 stops28h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$4,585
Mon 30/1215:20DCA - CNS
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/114:35CNS - DCA
3 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$6,002
Sat 28/1217:15IAD - CNS
2 stops33h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 3/115:35CNS - IAD
2 stops39h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$6,833
Sat 28/1217:14DCA - CNS
2 stops27h 46mQantas Airways
Fri 3/115:35CNS - DCA
2 stops44h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$7,288
Sat 28/1206:00BWI - CNS
2 stops41h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/106:00CNS - BWI
2 stops41h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$8,355
Sat 28/1208:15IAD - CNS
3 stops39h 40mAir Canada
Fri 3/117:35CNS - IAD
3 stops57h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 17/12$15,521
Sat 28/1209:40DCA - CNS
3 stops38h 15mAir Canada
Fri 3/117:35CNS - DCA
3 stops44h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 17/12$16,382

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Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/2

12:59-12:00

2 stops32h 01m

Cairns

Sun 16/2

06:00-13:47

2 stops22h 47m

$2,148

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/2

17:04-12:00

2 stops27h 56m

Cairns

Sun 16/2

20:35-16:12

2 stops34h 37m

$2,151

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 18/5

17:30-12:05

2 stops28h 35m

Cairns

Sat 24/5

16:55-16:23

2 stops37h 28m

$2,437

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/2

17:17-13:50

2 stops29h 33m

Cairns

Sun 16/2

18:35-20:59

3 stops41h 24m

$2,943

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 18/1

06:59-14:00

3 stops40h 01m

Cairns

Sat 25/1

06:00-22:37

3 stops31h 37m

$3,678

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/2

15:19-21:20

2 stops39h 01m

Cairns

Sun 16/2

06:00-22:59

2 stops31h 59m

$3,688

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 18/1

18:00-19:15

2 stops34h 15m

Cairns

Sat 25/1

06:00-07:02

2 stops40h 02m

$3,848

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 6/2

15:19-17:10

2 stops34h 51m

Cairns

Sun 16/2

18:35-06:51

3 stops51h 16m

$4,156

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 17/1

22:05-14:00

2 stops48h 55m

Cairns

Thu 23/1

06:00-20:58

2 stops29h 58m

$4,266

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 17/1

17:17-14:55

3 stops54h 38m

Cairns

Thu 23/1

17:25-09:46

3 stops55h 21m

$4,593

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Deals found on 17/12

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

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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 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns, such as Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,391 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

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

    If you book a flight to Cairns from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns. There are 0 flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns per day from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Cairns round-trip?

    Currently priced at $2,148, Qantas Airways will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Cairns and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $3,678 and $3,848, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Cairns?

    Most travellers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cairns, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Cairns or Baltimore/Washington - Cairns when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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