How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 30h 27m and 34h 53m, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?

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

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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. 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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5:11 pm - 11:35 amDCA-CNS

27h 24m2 stops

12:35 pm - 3:56 pmCNS-DCA

42h 21m2 stops

$1,544Multiple Airlines

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mar., ene. 13 - lun., ene. 19

5:54 pm - 11:35 amIAD-CNS

27h 41m2 stops

12:35 pm - 10:18 pmCNS-IAD

24h 43m2 stops

$1,567Multiple Airlines

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jue., oct. 30 - jue., nov. 6

5:37 pm - 11:35 amBWI-CNS

27h 58m3 stops

12:35 pm - 7:23 amCNS-BWI

33h 48m3 stops

$1,603Multiple Airlines

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jue., oct. 30 - jue., nov. 6

7:02 pm - 11:35 amDCA-CNS

26h 33m2 stops

12:35 pm - 8:59 pmCNS-DCA

23h 24m2 stops

$1,622Fiji Airways

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jue., oct. 30 - jue., nov. 6

7:09 am - 9:45 amBWI-CNS

36h 36m2 stops

4:35 pm - 6:21 pmCNS-BWI

39h 46m2 stops

$1,745Air New Zealand

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dom., oct. 12 - dom., oct. 19

7:00 am - 9:45 amIAD-CNS

36h 45m2 stops

4:35 pm - 6:39 pmCNS-IAD

40h 04m2 stops

$1,745Air New Zealand

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dom., oct. 12 - dom., oct. 19

1:27 pm - 11:50 amBWI-CNS

32h 23m2 stops

3:35 pm - 2:30 pmCNS-BWI

37h 55m2 stops

$1,784Qantas Airways

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jue., oct. 30 - jue., nov. 6

3:22 pm - 11:00 amBWI-CNS

28h 38m2 stops

3:35 pm - 1:57 pmCNS-BWI

37h 22m2 stops

$1,840American Airlines

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mar., ene. 13 - lun., ene. 19

5:15 pm - 11:00 amIAD-CNS

26h 45m2 stops

3:35 pm - 4:07 pmCNS-IAD

39h 32m2 stops

$1,862Qantas Airways

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mar., ene. 13 - lun., ene. 19

3:07 pm - 11:50 amBWI-CNS

29h 43m2 stops

3:35 pm - 2:24 pmCNS-BWI

37h 49m2 stops

$1,991American Airlines

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lun., dic. 1 - mié., dic. 10

Emirates flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

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Emirates

Oct 18

IAD10:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

44h 00m

2 stops

CNS8:55 pmCairns

Oct 22

CNS7:40 pmCairns

75h 00m

2 stops

IAD8:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$2,154

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Emirates

Oct 18

IAD10:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

44h 00m

2 stops

CNS8:55 pmCairns

Oct 22

CNS7:40 pmCairns

75h 00m

2 stops

IAD8:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$2,155

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Emirates

Jan 9

IAD10:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

69h 35m

2 stops

CNS11:05 pmCairns

May 4

CNS12:35 pmCairns

58h 05m

2 stops

IAD8:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$2,157

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United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

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United Airlines

Jan 13

BWI8:01 amBaltimore/Washington

39h 54m

2 stops

CNS2:55 pmCairns

Jan 19

CNS6:00 amCairns

31h 25m

3 stops

BWI10:25 pmBaltimore/Washington

$2,152

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United Airlines

Jan 13

BWI8:42 amBaltimore/Washington

39h 13m

3 stops

CNS2:55 pmCairns

Jan 19

CNS6:00 amCairns

31h 25m

3 stops

BWI10:25 pmBaltimore/Washington

$2,252

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United Airlines

Jan 13

BWI8:42 amBaltimore/Washington

39h 13m

3 stops

CNS2:55 pmCairns

Jan 19

CNS6:00 amCairns

40h 32m

2 stops

BWI7:32 amBaltimore/Washington

$2,272

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DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 1/13

5:11 pm-11:35 am

2 stops27h 24m

Cairns

lun. 1/19

12:35 pm-3:56 pm

2 stops42h 21m

$1,544

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 10/30

5:54 pm-11:35 am

2 stops27h 41m

Cairns

jue. 11/6

12:35 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops24h 43m

$1,567

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 10/30

5:37 pm-11:35 am

3 stops27h 58m

Cairns

jue. 11/6

12:35 pm-7:23 am

3 stops33h 48m

$1,603

Washington, D.C.Cairns

DCA - CNS

DCACNS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 10/30

7:02 pm-11:35 am

2 stops26h 33m

Cairns

jue. 11/6

12:35 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,622

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 10/12

7:09 am-9:45 am

2 stops36h 36m

Cairns

dom. 10/19

4:35 pm-6:21 pm

2 stops39h 46m

$1,745

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 10/12

7:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops36h 45m

Cairns

dom. 10/19

4:35 pm-6:39 pm

2 stops40h 04m

$1,745

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 10/30

1:27 pm-11:50 am

2 stops32h 23m

Cairns

jue. 11/6

3:35 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops37h 55m

$1,784

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 1/13

3:22 pm-11:00 am

2 stops28h 38m

Cairns

lun. 1/19

3:35 pm-1:57 pm

2 stops37h 22m

$1,840

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 1/13

5:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops26h 45m

Cairns

lun. 1/19

3:35 pm-4:07 pm

2 stops39h 32m

$1,862

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 12/1

3:07 pm-11:50 am

2 stops29h 43m

Cairns

mié. 12/10

3:35 pm-2:24 pm

2 stops37h 49m

$1,991

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Cairns?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Cairns by plane?
Cairns is 9445.5 mi away from Washington, D.C.. 26h 33m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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. 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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