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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns from $1,843

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CNS
21 4월 — 28 4월1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 16 4월 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,608

One-way from

$1,843
18/5-24/5
  • 18/5-24/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 59m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Cairns
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 25m total
  • Washington, D.C. 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 16 4월 2025.

일 18/507:15IAD - CNS
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
토 24/512:25CNS - IAD
2 stops41h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,608
토 31/522:09IAD - CNS
2 stops46h 36mAir New Zealand
토 7/613:40CNS - IAD
2 stops49h 04mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/4$3,099
목 29/522:05IAD - CNS
2 stops48h 20mUnited Airlines
금 6/606:00CNS - IAD
2 stops24h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4$3,527
금 30/519:25IAD - CNS
2 stops61h 25mQantas Airways
토 7/619:00CNS - IAD
2 stops48h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$3,588
화 8/717:12IAD - CNS
3 stops56h 43mAir Canada
월 14/719:15CNS - IAD
3 stops56h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 15/4$6,147

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Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

일 18/5

07:15-11:25

2 stops38h 10m

Cairns

토 24/5

12:25-16:14

2 stops41h 49m

$2,608

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

토 31/5

22:09-10:45

2 stops46h 36m

Cairns

토 7/6

13:40-00:44

2 stops49h 04m

$3,099

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

목 29/5

22:05-12:25

2 stops48h 20m

Cairns

금 6/6

06:00-16:23

2 stops24h 23m

$3,527

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

금 30/5

19:25-22:50

2 stops61h 25m

Cairns

토 7/6

19:00-05:55

2 stops48h 55m

$3,588

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

화 8/7

17:12-15:55

3 stops56h 43m

Cairns

월 14/7

19:15-13:42

3 stops56h 27m

$6,147

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

토 17/5

22:20-10:45

2 stops46h 25m

$1,843

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

토 17/5

15:27-13:35

3 stops32h 08m

$1,985

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

토 17/5

17:20-15:55

3 stops56h 35m

$2,004

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Deals found on 15/4

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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 16 4월 2025.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns (average of $169). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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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