Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Seattle: what you need to know
Cairns Airport is located in Cairns. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Seattle is 17 hours behind Cairns.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CNS to Seattle flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Whether you'd like to discover a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find flight tickets from CNS to Seattle with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Haneda Airport (HND) is a popular connection hub.
CNS is around 5 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to CNS? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairns Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Cairns Airport, 71.55% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Seattle
Rs180,706 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Seattle flight. A return ticket right now is Rs316,871. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CNS to Seattle if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Cairns Airport to Seattle ticket.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Seattle. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget to explore Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CNS to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is around 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). Once your flight from Cairns Airport to Seattle has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
The trip will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CNS to Seattle flight, rest your head at a hotel close to LKE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
Before you book your flights from Cairns Airport to Seattle, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Seattle offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Cairns Airport to Seattle flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from CNS to Seattle around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cairns Airport to Seattle, check out our range of hotels including:
LMN Architects and Greyhound: Bus Station are a couple of big attractions to add to your Seattle travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Seattle will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
