Travelling from Armidale Airport (ARM) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns is one hour behind Armidale and follows the UTC+10 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ARM to CNS flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a well-known stop between ARM and CNS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Armidale Airport (ARM) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport flight is 276 €. A return plane ticket is currently 522 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ARM to CNS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Armidale Airport (ARM)
77.72% of flights that take off from Armidale Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Armidale Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Armidale. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near ARM:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you have a late Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CNS:
Explore without limits with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience more of Cairns and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cairns. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Armidale Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you'd like to go to Cairns during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ARM to CNS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Cairns, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey around 290 kilometres south to Townsville to tick off its leading attractions. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
