Flying from Stockholm to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Cairns Airport (CNS) begins with finding the right airport to kick off your journey from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are your main options in Stockholm.
Cairns is nine hours ahead of Stockholm. Cairns Airport is located in Cairns, which operates on the UTC+10 timezone.
Your flight from Stockholm to CNS won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Stockholm to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
You can arrive at BMA from the centre of Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Bromma Airport the day before your Stockholm to CNS flight:
57.41% of flights leaving Bromma Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
NYO is around 105 kilometres from central Stockholm. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Early departures from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are easier when you stay in a hotel close by. Get a head start by checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Cairns Airport flight.
NYO has an on-time performance rate of 80.46%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Cairns Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Pick up a Cairns Airport rental car and explore Cairns and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Stockholm to Cairns Airport flight.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Central Cairns is around 5 kilometres from Cairns Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Cairns Airport is 508 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 1.222 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Stockholm to CNS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Stockholm to Cairns Airport (CNS). Visit Cairns in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Stockholm to CNS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Cairns Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cairns
Start your Cairns trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Cairns Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Cairns when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for Great Barrier Reef followed by Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a visit to Townsville will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Reef HQ and Botanic Gardens.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Australia, consider 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.
