Flying from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is nine hours ahead of Geneva.
Leave enough time to catch your GVA to CNS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like March? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Geneve Airport to Cairns Airport flight is 517 €. A return fare right now is 1.086 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GVA to CNS if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Geneve Airport to Cairns Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Geneve Airport (GVA)
Of all flights departing from Geneve Airport, 65.81% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Geneva to Geneve Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Geneve Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near GVA:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
Book a hotel near CNS if you're on a late Geneve Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Cairns Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and discover more of Cairns and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Geneve Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cairns. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Geneve Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from GVA to CNS in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Cairns, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey around 290 kilometres south to Townsville to check off its top sights. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Bowen is another standout destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without visiting Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.