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Cheap flights from Washington to Cairns from $870

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CNS
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Washington to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington (USWA) 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 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,035

One-way from

$870
1/3-9/3
  • 1/3-9/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 64h 47m total
  • Washington to Cairns
7/3
  • 7/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 38m total
  • Washington to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Washington to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Sun 19/1014:55SEA - CNS
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1017:55CNS - SEA
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,637
Sat 1/1109:45SEA - CNS
1 stop38h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/1118:35CNS - SEA
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,520
Wed 5/315:45SEA - CNS
2 stops53h 10mANA
Wed 12/315:45CNS - SEA
2 stops39h 35mANA
Deal found 22/1$2,544
Fri 7/312:55SEA - CNS
2 stops31h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/306:00CNS - SEA
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1$2,555
Sun 19/1018:06SEA - CNS
2 stops24h 19mFiji Airways
Sat 25/1006:00CNS - SEA
3 stops29h 55mFiji Airways
Deal found 21/1$2,662
Fri 7/315:05SEA - CNS
2 stops29h 50mAir Canada
Fri 14/306:00CNS - SEA
2 stops20h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 21/1$2,720
Sun 19/1014:55SEA - CNS
3 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Sat 25/1012:45CNS - SEA
3 stops46h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/1$2,835
Fri 7/316:05SEA - CNS
3 stops50h 00mEmirates
Fri 14/312:45CNS - SEA
3 stops65h 50mEmirates
Deal found 21/1$4,563
Sun 11/513:30SEA - CNS
1 stop21h 55mJapan Airlines
Sat 17/512:00CNS - SEA
1 stop39h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 21/1$16,891

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SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 1/3

00:10-05:35

2 stops35h 25m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

06:40-18:02

3 stops29h 22m

$2,035

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 5/3

15:45-14:55

2 stops53h 10m

Cairns

Wed 12/3

15:45-14:20

2 stops39h 35m

$2,544

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 7/3

12:55-14:00

2 stops31h 05m

Cairns

Fri 14/3

06:00-11:50

2 stops22h 50m

$2,555

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 7/3

15:05-14:55

2 stops29h 50m

Cairns

Fri 14/3

06:00-09:50

2 stops20h 50m

$2,720

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 7/4

17:10-12:50

2 stops26h 40m

Cairns

Sun 20/4

06:00-22:03

3 stops33h 03m

$2,901

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 2/3

08:40-17:20

1 stop62h 40m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

18:35-07:10

1 stop54h 35m

$3,178

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 7/3

16:05-12:05

3 stops50h 00m

Cairns

Fri 14/3

12:45-13:35

3 stops65h 50m

$4,563

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 11/5

13:30-04:25

1 stop21h 55m

Cairns

Sat 17/5

12:00-10:25

1 stop39h 25m

$16,891

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 6/4

00:59-12:55

2 stops42h 56m

Cairns

Sun 20/4

14:35-18:38

2 stops45h 03m

$25,278

SeattleCairns

SEA - CNS

SEACNS

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 7/3

19:57-17:35

3 stops51h 38m

$870

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Deals found on 21/1

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Travel insights for flights from Washington 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 22 January 2025.
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.4
Very Good
852 reviews
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.1
Very Good
3,357 reviews
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

7.9
Good
483 reviews
8.4
Very Good
852 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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

    Located just 4.4 km from the city centre, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cairns from Washington.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from State of Washington 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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