Travelling from Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns is two hours ahead of Praya and observes the UTC+10 timezone.
Your LOP to CNS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Right now, Rs63,333 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lombok International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs159,932. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LOP to CNS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Lombok International Airport to Cairns Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lombok International Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Lombok International Airport (LOP)
To get to Lombok International Airport from central Praya, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LOP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lombok International Airport to Cairns Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you have a late Lombok International Airport to Cairns Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near CNS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairns and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cairns Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Lombok International Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cairns based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Lombok International Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to go to Cairns during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LOP to CNS in August. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a trip to Townsville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another essential stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
