Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport.
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is one hour ahead of Tokyo.
Every week, there are ten Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 20:05 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 20:10 with Jetstar.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your NRT to CNS flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Flying into Cairns (and then discovering more of Australia!) is a snap with Jetstar. This popular airline has direct flights from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport.
Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With an impressive 80.33% of services arriving as planned, Jetstar has the best on-time record for NRT to CNS flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between NRT and CNS:
Kansai International Airport
Brisbane Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
168 € is the best price for a one-way Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. A return flight starts from 376 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from NRT to CNS, book your journey four months before your departure.
March is the cheapest month for flights from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Landing cheap flights from NRT to CNS is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
70.53% of flights that take off from Narita International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Tokyo to Narita International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near NRT:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you're coming in on a late Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CNS:
Travel at your own pace with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and find adventure across Cairns and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Cairns Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
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 by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Cairns based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Narita International Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NRT to CNS sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Cairns, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to tick off its top attractions. 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 well-known destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without a visit to Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.