Flying from Vancouver to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Vancouver to Cairns Airport (CNS) begins with finding the right airport to start your adventure from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
Cairns Airport is located in Cairns. The city follows the UTC+10 timezone and is 17 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to CNS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Cairns Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vancouver International Airport, data shows 71.77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can reach CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Vancouver to CNS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Cairns Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Flights departing from YXX arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Cairns Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CNS and fast-forward to bedtime:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Cairns Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Central Cairns is around 5 kilometres from Cairns Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Cairns Airport (CNS)
At the moment, Rs131,971 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Cairns Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs295,225. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to CNS. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Cairns Airport (CNS). Plan your visit to Cairns in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Vancouver to CNS flight ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cairns to range from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Cairns Airport in August if you like travelling 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 best places to stay in Cairns right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Cairns Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Great Barrier Reef, Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard are top sights which should be on any well-planned Cairns itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Reef HQ and Botanic Gardens.
If there's time to check out another major 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 the start of reasons to visit.
