Flying from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know
Dusseldorf has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport (CNS) heading out from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
Cairns Airport is located in Cairns. The city is in the UTC+10 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Dusseldorf.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dusseldorf to CNS, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
DUS is around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Dusseldorf International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dusseldorf International Airport, 78.28% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
NRN is about 80 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Weeze Airport the day before your Dusseldorf to CNS flight:
Flights from Weeze Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.87% of them arriving right on cue.
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience more of Cairns and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport flight.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Cairns. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Rs143,804 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport. A return flight starts at Rs295,837. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Dusseldorf to CNS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport (CNS). Plan your visit to Cairns in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Book your Dusseldorf to CNS flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
August has temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cairns
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Cairns Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cairns:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Great Barrier Reef, Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard are leading attractions which should be on every Cairns itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Cairns, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to tick off its leading attractions. From Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to Reef HQ and Botanic Gardens, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Australia, head for North Ward, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Cairns. The Strand Jetty, Ocean Siren Statue and The Drill Hall Studio are key highlights.
