Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi.
Your DEL to CNS flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between DEL and CNS include:
Changi International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport flight is Rs85,544. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs198,120. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from DEL to CNS, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DEL to CNS.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of the departures from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near DEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you're landing on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near CNS:
Pick up a Cairns Airport rental car and explore Cairns and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to central Cairns has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Cairns in February.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to visit Cairns during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DEL to CNS in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
If you're looking to explore another side of Australia, consider Bowen, about 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay are highlights.
