On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Horn Island to Cairns. The distance between the cities is about 793 km, and direct flights are available approximately 6 times a week.
Regular flights are operated by Qantas. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deal, use the low-price calendar and check the information on how to get to the departure airport and how to get from the airport in Cairns upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Horn Island → Cairns on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 29 min. Regular flights are operated by Qantas. Departures from Horn Island Airport airports, arrivals at Cairns Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Horn Island — Cairns by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 594 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 929 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.
Horn Island → Cairns, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 674 | medium | May | AED 650 | medium | Sep | AED 794 | high |
| Feb | AED 626 | low | Jun | AED 602 | low | Oct | AED 794 | high |
| Mar | AED 626 | low | Jul | AED 770 | high | Nov | AED 674 | medium |
| Apr | AED 746 | high | Aug | AED 698 | medium | Dec | AED 818 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cairns is characterized by high humidity: the hottest and rainiest months are January and February, with temperatures reaching 28°C. The most comfortable conditions for travel occur between August and October, when dry weather sets in and rainfall is minimal.
From a budget perspective, the most cost-effective month to fly is October, when tickets start AED 594. Peak prices are observed in December and March — during this period, the minimum flight cost increases to AED 929 and AED 925 respectively.
October is the optimal choice in terms of price and weather. It is recommended to avoid booking for January and February, as these months coincide with the peak of tropical rains, which can complicate travel between cities.
On this route, regular flights are provided by Qantas (QF), operating about 6 flights per week. The carrier offers direct flights connecting the island territory with the mainland. You can find detailed information on the flight schedule, travel time, and available aircraft types in the interactive list below.
Flights Horn Island — Cairns depart from Horn Island Airport and arrive at Cairns Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time on a direct flight is about 1 hour 10 minutes, given the distance of 793 km between the airports.
The main airline operating regular flights on this route is Qantas.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, with a frequency of approximately 6 times a week.
Ticket prices change constantly; you can see the current price minimum in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights from Horn Island arrive at Cairns International Airport (CNS).
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