On this page, you can find and purchase flights from Cairns to Lockhart River. This domestic Australian route covers a distance of 527 km, with scheduled service operating at a frequency of approximately one flight per week.
The main carrier on this route is W2. Ticket prices are subject to seasonal changes; we recommend using the price dynamics chart and information on how to get to Cairns Airport and from Lockhart River Airport to find the best offer.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Cairns — Lockhart River by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 928 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,093 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Cairns → Lockhart River, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,211 | medium | May | AED 1,118 | low | Sep | AED 1,188 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,118 | low | Jun | AED 1,211 | medium | Oct | AED 1,164 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,094 | low | Jul | AED 1,281 | high | Nov | AED 1,397 | high |
| Apr | AED 1,141 | medium | Aug | AED 1,071 | low | Dec | AED 1,351 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Lockhart River is characterized by a distinct rainy season: the heaviest rainfall occurs in January (up to 462 mm), while the hottest month is December, with temperatures reaching 30.4°C. Optimal dry weather occurs between June and October.
The lowest flight cost is recorded in July, starting AED 928. In August, the price increases slightly to AED 932, while December sees a seasonal peak in cost, with prices AED 1,094.
July is considered the best time to book: it is the most budget-friendly month with the fewest rainy days. It is recommended to avoid flying in January and March due to the high risk of tropical downpours that can disrupt travel.
Scheduled air service on this route is provided by one airline—the primary operator is W2. Direct flights predominate on the route, operating approximately once a week. A detailed schedule and information on available fares are provided in the list below; you can click on the carrier's card to see specific departure days and route options.
Flights Cairns — Lockhart River depart from Cairns Airport and arrive at Lockhart River. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the locations is approximately 527 km. A direct flight on a regional aircraft usually takes just over one hour, depending on weather conditions.
Regular flights from Cairns to Lockhart River are operated by W2.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route; however, due to the region's specifics, they are not daily, but average once a week.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on demand. You can find the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Lockhart River Airport (code IRG).
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