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Cheap flights from Cairns to Japan from $326

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — FUK
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$839

One-way from

$376

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$933

Good round-trip deal

$524 or less

Good one-way deal

$308 or less
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 20/3-27/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 45m total
  • Cairns to Japan
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/4
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 30m total
  • Cairns to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($273 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 14/711:40CNS - NRT
Nonstop7h 25mJetstar
Mon 21/720:05NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 20mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$709
Mon 14/712:30CNS - NRT
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 21/720:05NRT - CNS
Nonstop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$779
Thu 20/312:00CNS - KIX
1 stop19h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 27/316:05KIX - CNS
2 stops41h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/2$839
Fri 21/212:30CNS - KIX
Nonstop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/307:40KIX - CNS
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$953
Fri 21/212:35CNS - NRT
2 stops42h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 31/321:40NRT - CNS
2 stops48h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$966
Mon 29/912:30CNS - KIX
Nonstop7h 30mJetstar
Tue 28/1021:45KIX - CNS
Nonstop7h 15mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$967
Mon 29/918:15CNS - KIX
1 stop22h 55mSingapore Airlines
Tue 28/1023:20KIX - CNS
1 stop17h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$999
Fri 21/213:10CNS - HND
Nonstop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/320:30HND - CNS
1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,011
Fri 21/212:35CNS - HND
2 stops33h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 31/310:05HND - CNS
2 stops35h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$1,033
Sun 1/618:15CNS - NRT
1 stop24h 15mSingapore Airlines
Tue 24/611:10NRT - CNS
1 stop28h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,281
Mon 14/718:15CNS - HND
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 21/722:55HND - CNS
1 stop41h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,301
Tue 29/413:40CNS - HND
1 stop16h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 12/506:55HND - CNS
1 stop25h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,552

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Japan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsTokyo

CNS - NRT

CNSNRT

Cairns

Mon 14/7

11:40-18:05

Nonstop7h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 21/7

20:05-04:25

Nonstop7h 20m

$709

CairnsTokyo

CNS - NRT

CNSNRT

Cairns

Mon 14/7

12:30-22:25

1 stop10h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 21/7

20:05-04:25

Nonstop7h 20m

$779

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Thu 20/3

12:00-06:20

1 stop19h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 27/3

16:05-10:30

2 stops41h 25m

$839

CairnsTokyo

CNS - NRT

CNSNRT

Cairns

Sat 15/3

12:00-13:10

1 stop26h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 22/3

21:30-12:05

2 stops37h 35m

$1,002

CairnsOsaka

CNS - KIX

CNSKIX

Cairns

Tue 1/4

10:00-19:45

3 stops34h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 5/4

21:45-05:55

Nonstop7h 10m

$1,003

CairnsTokyo

CNS - HND

CNSHND

Cairns

Tue 1/4

10:00-22:55

3 stops37h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 15/4

23:50-06:35

2 stops29h 45m

$1,021

CairnsTokyo

CNS - NRT

CNSNRT

Cairns

Sun 1/6

18:15-17:30

1 stop24h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 24/6

11:10-17:00

1 stop28h 50m

$1,281

CairnsTokyo

CNS - HND

CNSHND

Cairns

Mon 14/7

18:15-15:45

1 stop22h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 21/7

22:55-17:00

1 stop41h 05m

$1,301

CairnsTokyo

CNS - HND

CNSHND

Cairns

Sat 15/3

12:00-21:15

1 stop34h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 22/3

10:10-11:50

2 stops24h 40m

$1,322

CairnsTokyo

CNS - HND

CNSHND

Cairns

Tue 29/4

13:40-05:25

1 stop16h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 12/5

06:55-09:15

1 stop25h 20m

$1,552

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Japan

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

When flying from Cairns to Japan, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 50.0 - 210.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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 January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. 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 Japan. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Japan, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Fiji Airways and China Southern. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
184 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
416 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Japan from Cairns, you will be flying from Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Japan one-way?

    $376 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and Fiji Airways, with prices starting from $497 and $732, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to Japan?

    The most popular route from Cairns to Japan is Cairns - Tokyo Narita. You may also consider Cairns - Tokyo Haneda or Cairns - Osaka Kansai Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Japan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Japan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Japan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Japan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Cairns to Japan

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$425Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$719Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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