Cheap Flights from Cairns to Horn Island | CNS to HID

Cairns to Horn Island Flight Information

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from CNS to Horn Island Airport?

You'll be flat out finishing a few chapters of your latest read before the wheels touch down at Horn Island Airport (HID). The usual flight time from Cairns Airport is an easy 2 hours and 12 minutes.

What airlines fly direct from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport?

Travel does the heart good; Life begins at the end of your comfort zone; cliches yes, but the sentiment is true. If you're headed from Cairns to Horn Island, these are the only words you need to know — "direct flight." With a range of airlines offering nonstop services, you'll be there in the blink of an eye. Have a squiz at Qantas and Skytrans.

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:

Horn Island QLD,

Australia

IATA code:

HID

Longitude:

142.283333

Latitude:

-10.583333

Time zone:

Australia/Brisbane

Address:

Cairns QLD,

Australia

IATA code:

CNS

Longitude:

145.754041

Latitude:

-16.876538

Time zone:

Australia/Brisbane

Great places to stay after flight from Cairns to Horn Island

Wongai Beach Hotel

2 Wees Street Horn Island QLD

NZ$379

per night

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Stay at this hotel in Horn Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)

"After travelling from Bamaga ans around the Islands, this was a great place to chill and relax. From checking in, eating in the restaurant, having a beer in the bar, even having my laundry done the staff were fabulous. The pool and gardens were very well maintained and my room was perfect. It allowed ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

TI Motel Torres Strait

127 Douglas St Thursday Island QLD

Stay at this motel in Thursday Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Torres Strait Heritage Museum ...

9/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)

"Motel was cool & comfortable. Great bed & good TV. A little expensive. TI has very limited dining options. Shame not at least 1 good restaurant other than the pubs. Overall a memorable place to visit"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2024

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Cape York Peninsula Lodge

Corners Lui & Adidi Streets Bamaga QLD

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bamaga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service.

8.2/10 Very good! (12 reviews)

"Staff were very friendly and helpful. A great option to stay in the northern peninsula. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 6 July 2023

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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.