What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Cairns?

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 27h 05m and 31h 11m, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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2:14 pm - 11:25 amBWI-CNS

31h 11m2 stops

12:25 pm - 5:43 amCNS-BWI

31h 18m3 stops

$940

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Thu, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 12

2:14 pm - 11:25 amBWI-CNS

31h 11m2 stops

12:25 pm - 10:48 pmCNS-BWI

24h 23m2 stops

$972

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Tue, May 20 - Tue, May 27

10:08 pm - 10:45 amIAD-CNS

46h 37m2 stops

11:55 am - 1:00 amCNS-IAD

27h 05m2 stops

$1,527Air New Zealand

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Sat, Jul 26 - Mon, Aug 18

7:15 am - 11:25 amIAD-CNS

38h 10m2 stops

12:25 pm - 5:55 amCNS-IAD

31h 30m2 stops

$1,586Fiji Airways

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Tue, May 20 - Tue, May 27

6:05 am - 10:45 amBWI-CNS

38h 40m2 stops

11:55 am - 8:07 amCNS-BWI

34h 12m2 stops

$1,615Air New Zealand

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Sat, Jul 26 - Mon, Aug 18

5:30 pm - 4:30 pmDCA-CNS

33h 00m2 stops

6:35 pm - 12:50 amCNS-DCA

44h 15m2 stops

$1,870Qantas Airways

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Sat, Jul 26 - Sun, Aug 17

5:55 pm - 11:25 amDCA-CNS

27h 30m2 stops

12:40 pm - 11:01 pmCNS-DCA

24h 21m2 stops

$1,929Fiji Airways

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Sun, Jul 27 - Sat, Aug 16

2:59 pm - 11:35 amDCA-CNS

30h 36m2 stops

12:15 pm - 11:04 pmCNS-DCA

48h 49m2 stops

$1,952Qantas Airways

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Wed, May 28 - Tue, Jun 3

7:25 am - 11:10 amDCA-CNS

37h 45m3 stops

6:00 am - 4:50 pmCNS-DCA

24h 50m2 stops

$2,134United Airlines

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Sun, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 17

7:00 pm - 11:10 amBWI-CNS

26h 10m2 stops

6:00 am - 5:28 amCNS-BWI

37h 28m2 stops

$2,282United Airlines

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Sun, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 17

Fiji Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

Our best Fiji Airways deals on Washington, D.C. to Cairns flight tickets

Fiji Airways

May 20

IAD7:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 10m

2 stops

CNS11:25 amCairns

May 27

CNS12:25 pmCairns

31h 30m

2 stops

IAD5:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,586

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Fiji Airways

Jul 27

DCA5:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

27h 30m

2 stops

CNS11:25 amCairns

Aug 16

CNS12:40 pmCairns

24h 21m

2 stops

DCA11:01 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,929

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Fiji Airways

Jun 5

DCA7:33 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

25h 52m

2 stops

CNS11:25 amCairns

Jun 12

CNS12:25 pmCairns

24h 35m

2 stops

DCA11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,970

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Air New Zealand flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Washington, D.C. to Cairns flight tickets

Air New Zealand

Jul 26

IAD10:08 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

46h 37m

2 stops

CNS10:45 amCairns

Aug 18

CNS11:55 amCairns

27h 05m

2 stops

IAD1:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,527

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Air New Zealand

Jul 26

BWI6:05 amBaltimore/Washington

38h 40m

2 stops

CNS10:45 amCairns

Aug 18

CNS11:55 amCairns

34h 12m

2 stops

BWI8:07 amBaltimore/Washington

$1,615

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Air New Zealand

Jul 26

IAD10:08 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

46h 37m

2 stops

CNS10:45 amCairns

Aug 16

CNS11:55 amCairns

32h 58m

2 stops

IAD6:53 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,665

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the afternoon for as low as $2,030. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,030 per ticket.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

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Best Price Found	$1,291
Fastest flight time	25h 52m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cairns	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cairns from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $1,291. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $940.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Cairns takes 25h 52m

There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Baltimore/Washington Airport - Cairns Airport, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport - Cairns Airport and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport - Cairns Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Cairns by plane?
Cairns is 9445.5 mi away from Washington, D.C.. 25h 52m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Cairns?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Cairns is Qantas Airways, representing 100% of all bookings.

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