Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Ayers Rock (AYQ)

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Cairns to Ayers Rock Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Ayers Rock (AYQ)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Cairns to Ayers Rock flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top CNS to AYQ routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Cairns Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
CNS
Traveling To
Connellan
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
AYQ
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to AYQ?
Travelling from Cairns to Yulara? Then you'll have approximately 6 hours and 13 minutes to while away. Fill your hand luggage with things to occupy yourself, along with a soft neck pillow, and time will (hopefully) zip by.
What airlines fly direct from CNS to Ayers Rock Airport?
You want to make the most of every minute of your holiday. We understand. Qantas flies direct from Cairns to Yulara, so you don't need to squander away time with a stopover somewhere in between the two cities.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here's an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It's good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif's 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Ayers Rock NT,
Australia
IATA code:
AYQ
Longitude:
130.976578
Latitude:
-25.190877
Time zone:
Australia/Darwin
Address:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane

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For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Ayers Rock from Cairns from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Ayers Rock in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

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Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Cairns to Ayers Rock today!  

Find cheap airfares to Ayers Rock from Cairns 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Cairns and Ayers Rock
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Cairns to Ayers Rock

Sails In The Desert

Sails In The Desert

5 out of 5
163 Yulara Drive Yulara NT
The price is NZ$561 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$561
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Yulara. Enjoy a full-service spa, a free airport shuttle and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
There are ants in wardrobe, coffee area, toilet... The stuff told us to spray insect repellent (inside the room) and kept the rubbish bin clear, but no housekeeping (to clear the bin) till at least 3pm the next day. Room access card not working after breakfast (before 9am) on the last day, and we ...

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Sails In The Desert
The Lost Camel

The Lost Camel

3.5 out of 5
Yulara Drive Yulara NT
The price is NZ$427 per night from 9 May to 10 May
NZ$427
9 May - 10 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Yulara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (485 reviews)
Underwhelming for the price of this hotel. I know that it's expensive to run things in such a rural location but when you're paying more than 200 USD/night there's certain things you expect to be done right. The bathrooms were very dated with very low water pressure in the shower. The room is alright ...

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

The Lost Camel
Outback Lodge

Outback Lodge

2.5 out of 5
Yulara Drive Ayers Rock NT
The price is NZ$402 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$402
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Yulara. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Popular attraction Mulgara Gallery is located nearby.
Outback Lodge
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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