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HTICNSSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareA$1,141Virgin Australia
Fastest6h 30mgate to gate
Options found25flights on this route
Find your flightHTI → CNS
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Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,961
Flight DetailsHTI to CNS - 46H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
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Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$2,097
Flight DetailsHTI to CNS - 46H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Qantas Airways
QF-579
13:00
2026-10-03
Hamilton Island (HTI)Hamilton Island
34H :45 M
2 Stops
SYD
· 22h 20m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE
· 6h 00m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
22:45
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Refundable 1 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,972
Flight DetailsHTI to CNS - 34H :45 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Virgin Australia
VA-1492
09:40
2026-10-03
Hamilton Island (HTI)Hamilton Island
25H :45 M
2 Stops
BNE
· 5h 50m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD
· 13h 30m Sydney (SYD), Australia
10:25
2026-10-04
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$2,142
Flight DetailsHTI to CNS - 25H :45 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareA$1,141Virgin Australia09:40
Earliest departureA$1,141Virgin Australia09:40
Shortest durationA$1,291Virgin Australia09:40
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
A$1,141Virgin Australia at 09:40Afternoon
12:00-17:59
A$1,230Qantas Airways at 14:50Evening
18:00-23:59
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Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Hamilton Island (HTI)
Hamilton Island
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -20.3581008911
Longitude: 148.95199585
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -16.885799408
Longitude: 145.755004883
Distance: Hamilton Island (HTI), Australia to Cairns (CNS), Australia - 512.36 km
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How to travel Hamilton Island to Cairns
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹78,225Longer — includes a stop25 options
Air distance is about 512 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 2 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Hamilton Island to Cairns
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QA
Qantas Airways Flights
from A$1,23016 flights
Fares from
A$1,230
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
16 — compare timings in the list above
VI
Virgin Australia Flights
from A$1,1419 flights
Fares from
A$1,141
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
9 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
6h 30m · Virgin Australia
First departure of the day
09:40 · Virgin Australia
Last departure of the day
14:50 · Qantas Airways
Options in this snapshot
25
Airport codes
Hamilton Island–HTI, Cairns–CNS
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 25 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 09:40 and the last around 14:50. The fastest flight takes about 6h 30m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from A$1,141, Afternoon from A$1,230. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Hamilton Island 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 Hamilton Island to Cairns, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$1,141. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Hamilton Island from Cairns by air?
The direct air distance between Hamilton Island (HTI) and Cairns (CNS) is about 512 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from HTI to CNS?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Hamilton Island 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 Hamilton Island to Cairns?
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are 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 Hamilton Island to Cairns?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 6h 30m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Hamilton Island 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 Hamilton Island to Cairns flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Hamilton Island to Cairns for the dates currently loaded is A$1,141. Fares on the same dates run up to A$2,142, 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 Hamilton Island to Cairns flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 09:40 and the last is around 14:50, local time at Hamilton Island. 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: 512.36 km.
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Lowest Hamilton Island to Cairns airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
A$1,141
03/10/2026
Virgin Australia
09:40
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
A$1,118
13/10/2026
Virgin Australia
09:40
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
A$1,084
12/12/2026
Virgin Australia
09:40
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Hamilton Island to Cairns Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Hamilton Island and Cairns is approximately 512 KM. The flight duration ranges from 6H :30 M up to 47H :10 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Hamilton Island to Cairns Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 25 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Hamilton Island at 09:40, while the last night flight leaves at 14:50. Flights depart from Hamilton Island and land at Cairns.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Hamilton Island to Cairns
Aerial Distance
512 KM
Flight Duration
6H :30 M - 47H :10 M
Airport Codes
Hamilton Island - HTI, Cairns - CNS
Total Flights Available
25 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 09:40
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 14:50
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
9 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
16 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
HTI: Hamilton Island airport. Hamilton Island 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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