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

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 29h 01m and 30h 35m, 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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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Cairns that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

5:20 pm - 6:15 pmIAD-CNS

34h 55m2 stops

9:00 pm - 4:27 pmCNS-IAD

33h 27m2 stops

$1,601

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Mon, Jun 23 - Mon, Jun 30

5:20 pm - 12:05 pmDCA-CNS

28h 45m2 stops

7:00 pm - 3:31 pmCNS-DCA

34h 31m2 stops

$1,624

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Mon, Jun 23 - Mon, Jun 30

7:15 am - 11:25 amIAD-CNS

38h 10m2 stops

12:25 pm - 10:55 pmCNS-IAD

24h 30m2 stops

$1,676

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Sun, May 18 - Sat, May 24

5:20 pm - 4:45 pmDCA-CNS

33h 25m2 stops

2:35 pm - 6:54 pmCNS-DCA

43h 19m2 stops

$1,732Qantas Airways

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Mon, Jul 7 - Sat, Nov 15

12:45 pm - 11:00 amBWI-CNS

32h 15m3 stops

6:00 am - 10:43 pmCNS-BWI

30h 43m3 stops

$1,857United Airlines

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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 25

12:45 pm - 11:00 amBWI-CNS

32h 15m3 stops

6:00 am - 6:53 amCNS-BWI

38h 53m2 stops

$1,870United Airlines

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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 25

3:13 pm - 12:05 pmBWI-CNS

30h 52m2 stops

6:45 pm - 2:23 pmCNS-BWI

33h 38m2 stops

$1,977Qantas Airways

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Tue, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 25

8:15 am - 6:00 pmIAD-CNS

43h 45m3 stops

6:40 pm - 12:45 amCNS-IAD

44h 05m3 stops

$1,997Air New Zealand

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Mon, Jun 23 - Mon, Jun 30

8:15 am - 6:00 pmIAD-CNS

43h 45m3 stops

11:55 am - 12:44 amCNS-IAD

26h 49m2 stops

$2,103Air New Zealand

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Mon, Jun 23 - Mon, Jun 30

10:11 pm - 3:55 pmIAD-CNS

51h 44m3 stops

7:15 pm - 7:54 amCNS-IAD

50h 39m3 stops

$2,994Air Canada

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Mon, Jun 30 - Sat, Jul 12

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

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

Qantas Airways

Jul 7

DCA5:20 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

33h 25m

2 stops

CNS4:45 pmCairns

Nov 15

CNS2:35 pmCairns

43h 19m

2 stops

DCA6:54 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,732

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Qantas Airways

Mar 18

BWI3:13 pmBaltimore/Washington

30h 52m

2 stops

CNS12:05 pmCairns

Mar 25

CNS6:45 pmCairns

33h 38m

2 stops

BWI2:23 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,977

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Qantas Airways

Jun 30

DCA5:20 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

33h 25m

2 stops

CNS4:45 pmCairns

Jul 12

CNS1:05 pmCairns

47h 55m

2 stops

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

$2,339

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United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

Our best United Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Cairns flight tickets

United Airlines

Mar 18

BWI12:45 pmBaltimore/Washington

32h 15m

3 stops

CNS11:00 amCairns

Mar 25

CNS6:00 amCairns

30h 43m

3 stops

BWI10:43 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,857

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United Airlines

Mar 18

BWI12:45 pmBaltimore/Washington

32h 15m

3 stops

CNS11:00 amCairns

Mar 25

CNS6:00 amCairns

38h 53m

2 stops

BWI6:53 amBaltimore/Washington

$1,870

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United Airlines

Jul 7

BWI5:50 pmBaltimore/Washington

35h 55m

2 stops

CNS7:45 pmCairns

Nov 15

CNS6:00 amCairns

40h 00m

2 stops

BWI7:00 amBaltimore/Washington

$1,997

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

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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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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Cairns (WAS to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$1,269
Fastest flight time	28h 45m
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 $1,269. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,601.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Cairns takes 28h 45m

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.. 28h 45m 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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