Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns from $868

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8:20 pm - 3:55 pm
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CNS
53h 35m
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7:00 pm - 8:40 am
CNS
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IAD
51h 40m
2 stops
$1,774Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20
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12:40 pm - 1:40 pm
IAD
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CNS
35h 00m
3 stops
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7:10 pm - 9:25 pm
CNS
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IAD
40h 15m
3 stops
$1,795Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20
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8:20 pm - 3:55 pm
IAD
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CNS
53h 35m
2 stops
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11:00 am - 4:05 pm
CNS
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IAD
43h 05m
3 stops
$1,944Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20
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2:53 pm - 10:45 am
IAD
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CNS
29h 52m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 12:55 am
CNS
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IAD
32h 55m
3 stops
$2,084Air New Zealand
Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Jul 10
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10:21 pm - 8:20 pm
IAD
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CNS
55h 59m
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6:00 am - 4:25 pm
CNS
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IAD
24h 25m
2 stops
$2,101United Airlines
Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Jul 10
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2:53 pm - 10:45 am
IAD
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CNS
29h 52m
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6:00 am - 5:41 am
CNS
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IAD
37h 41m
3 stops
$2,102Air New Zealand
Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Jul 10
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2:53 pm - 10:45 am
IAD
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CNS
29h 52m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 12:55 am
CNS
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IAD
32h 55m
3 stops
$2,152Air New Zealand
Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Jul 10
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6:10 am - 5:35 pm
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CNS
45h 25m
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7:10 pm - 5:00 am
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IAD
47h 50m
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$2,287Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Jul 10
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6:10 am - 5:35 pm
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CNS
45h 25m
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7:10 pm - 5:00 am
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IAD
47h 50m
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$2,288Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jun 26 - Fri, Jul 10
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6:03 pm - 11:00 am
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CNS
26h 57m
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6:00 am - 4:38 pm
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IAD
24h 38m
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$2,325Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 20

Air New Zealand flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
Jun 26
IAD2:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 52m
2 stops
CNS10:45 amCairns
Jul 10
CNS6:00 amCairns
32h 55m
3 stops
IAD12:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$2,084
Air New Zealand
Jun 26
IAD2:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 52m
2 stops
CNS10:45 amCairns
Jul 10
CNS6:00 amCairns
37h 41m
3 stops
IAD5:41 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$2,102
Air New Zealand
Jun 26
IAD2:53 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 52m
2 stops
CNS10:45 amCairns
Jul 10
CNS6:00 amCairns
32h 55m
3 stops
IAD12:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$2,152

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IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/13

8:20 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops53h 35m

Cairns

Mon 4/20

7:00 pm-8:40 am

2 stops51h 40m

$1,774

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/13

12:40 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops35h 00m

Cairns

Mon 4/20

7:10 pm-9:25 pm

3 stops40h 15m

$1,795

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/13

8:20 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops53h 35m

Cairns

Mon 4/20

11:00 am-4:05 pm

3 stops43h 05m

$1,944

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/26

2:53 pm-10:45 am

2 stops29h 52m

Cairns

Fri 7/10

6:00 am-12:55 am

3 stops32h 55m

$2,084

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/26

10:21 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops55h 59m

Cairns

Fri 7/10

6:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$2,101

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/26

2:53 pm-10:45 am

2 stops29h 52m

Cairns

Fri 7/10

6:00 am-5:41 am

3 stops37h 41m

$2,102

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/26

2:53 pm-10:45 am

2 stops29h 52m

Cairns

Fri 7/10

6:00 am-12:55 am

3 stops32h 55m

$2,152

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/26

6:10 am-5:35 pm

3 stops45h 25m

Cairns

Fri 7/10

7:10 pm-5:00 am

3 stops47h 50m

$2,287

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/26

6:10 am-5:35 pm

3 stops45h 25m

Cairns

Fri 7/10

7:10 pm-5:00 am

3 stops47h 50m

$2,288

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/13

6:03 pm-11:00 am

2 stops26h 57m

Cairns

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-4:38 pm

2 stops24h 38m

$2,325

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Fastest flight time

55h 59m

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns takes 55h 59m
There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns.
  • How far is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cairns by plane?

    The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and Cairns is about 9423.5 mi. Typically, this will take 55h 59m by plane in normal conditions.

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    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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