Flights from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Cairns (CNS)

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Hamilton Island to Cairns Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Cairns (CNS)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Hamilton Island to Cairns flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top HTI to CNS 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
Great Barrier Reef
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
HTI
Traveling To
Cairns Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
CNS
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 HTI to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
The typical flight time between HTI and CNS is 5 hours and 17 minutes. Find your seat, rest up and enjoy the in-flight entertainment.
What airlines fly direct from Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) to CNS?
At the moment, there aren’t any direct flights between HTI and CNS. But don’t cry into your tissues so fast. A range of airlines will take you there with only one stopover, including Qantas, Etihad Airways and Virgin Australia.
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:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane
Address:
Hamilton Island QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
HTI
Longitude:
148.948474
Latitude:
-20.35175
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane

Hamilton Island to Cairns Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Cairns, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from HTI to CNS. With heaps of cheap fares from Hamilton Island, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Cairns from Hamilton Island  

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 Cairns from Hamilton Island from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Cairns in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Cairns from Hamilton Island 

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 Hamilton Island to Cairns today!  

Find cheap airfares to Cairns from Hamilton Island 

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 Hamilton Island and Cairns
  • 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 Hamilton Island to Cairns

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is NZ$143 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$143
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"The staff at the Colonial Club was very helpful. Our air conditioner was making funny sounds and my husband commented on it. It was promptly taken care of. I asked for directions to a good restaurant and was given a few options. We appreciated that the reception desk was open longer than other hotels ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is NZ$250 per night from 6 May to 7 May
NZ$250
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff very friendly & helpful. cleanliness of room was exceptional.Loved the pool area."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is NZ$227 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$227
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were so helpful from front counter to housekeeping to food to maintenance nothing was a problem if you had a problem they were there to help if they could"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
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.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.