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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Cairns from $1,214

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Multiple Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 7:15 pm
RDU
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CNS
37h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:59 pm
CNS
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RDU
48h 59m
2 stops
$1,214Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18
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6:07 pm - 1:40 pm
RDU
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CNS
29h 33m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 4:59 pm
CNS
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RDU
33h 19m
2 stops
$1,229Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21
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3:50 pm - 4:15 pm
RDU
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CNS
34h 25m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
3:45 pm - 4:59 pm
CNS
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RDU
39h 14m
3 stops
$1,475Qantas Airways
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18
Qantas Airways Logo
6:07 pm - 5:35 pm
RDU
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CNS
33h 28m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
5:40 pm - 4:59 pm
CNS
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RDU
37h 19m
3 stops
$1,541Qantas Airways
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 1:40 pm
RDU
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CNS
38h 10m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:13 pm
CNS
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RDU
29h 13m
3 stops
$1,606Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 1:40 pm
RDU
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CNS
38h 10m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 2:03 pm
CNS
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RDU
56h 53m
3 stops
$1,884Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18

Qantas Airways flights from Raleigh to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Raleigh to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Apr 11
RDU3:50 pmRaleigh-Durham
34h 25m
2 stops
CNS4:15 pmCairns
Apr 18
CNS3:45 pmCairns
39h 14m
3 stops
RDU4:59 pmRaleigh-Durham
$1,475
Qantas Airways
Apr 14
RDU6:07 pmRaleigh-Durham
33h 28m
2 stops
CNS5:35 pmCairns
Apr 21
CNS5:40 pmCairns
37h 19m
3 stops
RDU4:59 pmRaleigh-Durham
$1,541

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RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/11

3:50 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Cairns

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-4:59 pm

2 stops48h 59m

$1,214

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/14

6:07 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops29h 33m

Cairns

Tue 4/21

9:40 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$1,229

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/11

3:50 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Cairns

Sat 4/18

3:45 pm-4:59 pm

3 stops39h 14m

$1,475

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/14

6:07 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops33h 28m

Cairns

Tue 4/21

5:40 pm-4:59 pm

3 stops37h 19m

$1,541

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/14

9:30 am-1:40 pm

3 stops38h 10m

Cairns

Tue 4/21

6:00 am-9:13 pm

3 stops29h 13m

$1,606

RaleighCairns

RDU - CNS

RDUCNS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/11

9:30 am-1:40 pm

3 stops38h 10m

Cairns

Sat 4/18

7:10 pm-2:03 pm

3 stops56h 53m

$1,884

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Fastest flight time

29h 33m

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The fastest flight from Raleigh to Cairns takes 29h 33m
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  • How far is Raleigh-Durham to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Raleigh-Durham to Cairns is 9420.4 mi. 29h 33m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cairns Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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