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Lowest fareA$1,222Qantas Airways
Fastest19h 10mgate to gate
Options found30flights on this route
Find your flightASP → CNS
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Qantas Airways
QF-1875
14:55
2026-10-03
Alice Springs (ASP)Alice Springs Airport
23H :35 M
1 Stop
BNE
· 18h 20m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
15:00
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,677
Flight DetailsASP to CNS - 23H :35 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-1817
10:35
2026-10-03
Alice Springs (ASP)Alice Springs Airport
25H :50 M
2 Stops
ADL
· 4h 30m Adelaide (ADL), Australia
SYD
· 14h 10m Sydney (SYD), Australia
11:55
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,679
Flight DetailsASP to CNS - 25H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-1875
14:55
2026-10-03
Alice Springs (ASP)Alice Springs Airport
31H :05 M
2 Stops
BNE
· 1h 20m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD
· 22h 15m Sydney (SYD), Australia
21:30
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,779
Flight DetailsASP to CNS - 31H :05 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareA$1,222Qantas Airways10:35
Earliest departureA$1,517Qantas Airways09:35
Shortest durationA$1,575Qantas Airways14:55
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
A$1,222Qantas Airways at 10:35Afternoon
12:00-17:59
A$1,543Qantas Airways at 14:55Evening
18:00-23:59
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Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Alice Springs (ASP)
Alice Springs Airport
Australia
GMT 9.5
Latitude: -23.806699752807617
Longitude: 133.90199279785156
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -16.885799408
Longitude: 145.755004883
Distance: Alice Springs (ASP), Australia to Cairns (CNS), Australia - 1,454.67 km
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How to travel Alice Springs to Cairns
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹83,791Longer — includes a stop30 options
Air distance is about 1,455 km.
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Airlines flying from Alice Springs to Cairns
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Qantas Airways Flights
from A$1,22230 flights
Fares from
A$1,222
Non-stop
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Departures
30 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
19h 10m · Qantas Airways
First departure of the day
09:35 · Qantas Airways
Last departure of the day
14:55 · Qantas Airways
Options in this snapshot
30
Airport codes
Alice Springs–ASP, Cairns–CNS
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 30 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 09:35 and the last around 14:55. The fastest flight takes about 19h 10m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from A$1,222, Afternoon from A$1,543. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Alice Springs to Cairns flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Alice Springs to Cairns, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$1,222. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Alice Springs from Cairns by air?
The direct air distance between Alice Springs (ASP) and Cairns (CNS) is about 1,455 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from ASP to CNS?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Alice Springs to Cairns option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Alice Springs to Cairns?
Qantas Airways is showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Alice Springs to Cairns?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 19h 10m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Alice Springs to Cairns flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Alice Springs to Cairns flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Alice Springs to Cairns for the dates currently loaded is A$1,222. Fares on the same dates run up to A$3,405, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Alice Springs to Cairns flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 09:35 and the last is around 14:55, local time at Alice Springs. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,454.67 km.
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Lowest Alice Springs to Cairns airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
A$1,222
03/10/2026
Qantas Airways
10:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
A$1,198
13/10/2026
Qantas Airways
10:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
A$1,161
12/12/2026
Qantas Airways
10:35
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Alice Springs to Cairns Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Alice Springs and Cairns is approximately 1,455 KM. The flight duration ranges from 19H :10 M up to 45H :25 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Alice Springs to Cairns Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 30 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Alice Springs at 09:35, while the last night flight leaves at 14:55. Flights depart from Alice Springs Airport and land at Cairns.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Alice Springs to Cairns
Aerial Distance
1,455 KM
Flight Duration
19H :10 M - 45H :25 M
Airport Codes
Alice Springs - ASP, Cairns - CNS
Total Flights Available
30 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 09:35
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 14:55
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
22 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
8 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
ASP: Alice Springs airport. Alice Springs airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
CNS: Cairns airport. Cairns airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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