Travelling from Toronto to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know
When planning your flight from Toronto to Cairns Airport (CNS), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's major terminals.
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is 14 hours ahead of Toronto. Cairns Airport is located in Cairns.
Your flight from Toronto to CNS won't wait if you're running 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 flying internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
63.97% of flights that take off from Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Toronto to CNS flight? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey time to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Toronto to Cairns Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from YKF touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 63.64% of the time.
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Cairns Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near CNS and hit the pillow fast:
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Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
The centre of Cairns is around 5 kilometres from Cairns Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Cairns Airport is Rs186,488. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs463,240. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to CNS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Cairns Airport (CNS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Cairns Airport (CNS), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Cairns based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Toronto to CNS flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Cairns Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC.
More about Cairns
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairns right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Cairns Airport:
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Explore more of Australia
Cairns is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a trip to Townsville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Reef HQ and Botanic Gardens.
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