Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns is nine hours ahead of Vienna and follows the UTC+10 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your VIE to CNS flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Currently, 407 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 974 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from VIE to CNS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Vienna International Airport to Cairns Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from VIE to CNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Vienna International Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
When it comes to Vienna International Airport's on-time performance, 78.59% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vienna International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near VIE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Cairns Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
Reserve a hotel close to CNS if you're catching a late Vienna International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and chase adventure across Cairns and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great 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.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cairns. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Vienna International Airport to Cairns Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from VIE to CNS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia you should also see. About 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a trip to Townsville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Bowen is another essential stop in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without dropping by Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
