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 29h 36m and 30h 51m, respectively.

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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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10:14 pm - 11:10 am

IAD

CNS

46h 56m

3 stops

6:00 am - 6:22 am

CNS

IAD

38h 22m

2 stops

$1,602Air Canada

Sat, May 30 - Fri, Jun 5

10:14 pm - 11:10 am

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CNS

46h 56m

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6:00 am - 8:40 pm

CNS

IAD

28h 40m

3 stops

$1,606Air Canada

Sat, May 30 - Fri, Jun 5

6:15 am - 8:20 pm

BWI

CNS

48h 05m

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6:00 am - 5:57 pm

CNS

BWI

25h 57m

2 stops

$1,639United Airlines

Fri, Jul 3 - Fri, Jul 10

6:59 pm - 11:10 am

BWI

CNS

26h 11m

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6:00 am - 5:57 pm

CNS

BWI

25h 57m

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$1,731United Airlines

Sun, Jun 28 - Wed, Jul 15

7:00 am - 6:25 pm

BWI

CNS

45h 25m

2 stops

8:10 pm - 5:43 pm

CNS

BWI

35h 33m

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$1,740Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23

6:59 pm - 11:10 am

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26h 11m

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BWI

43h 47m

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CNS

34h 37m

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34h 25m

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10:10 pm - 9:30 pm

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57h 20m

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10:55 am - 7:20 am

CNS

IAD

34h 25m

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$1,840Air New Zealand

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6:59 pm - 1:40 pm

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28h 41m

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7:10 pm - 5:57 pm

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36h 47m

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$1,861Multiple Airlines

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5:30 pm - 11:50 am

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28h 20m

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26h 23m

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$2,320Qantas Airways

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Jun 26

IAD6:11 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 24m

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CNS10:35 amCairns

Jul 10

CNS3:45 pmCairns

27h 15m

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$2,170

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Jun 26

IAD6:11 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 24m

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CNS10:35 amCairns

Jul 10

CNS3:45 pmCairns

27h 15m

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May 30

BWI2:59 pmBaltimore/Washington

30h 51m

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CNS11:50 amCairns

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43h 39m

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$2,091

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Aug 2

DCA6:01 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

28h 54m

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CNS6:50 amCairns

30h 09m

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DCA10:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$2,255

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Oct 1

DCA5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

28h 20m

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Oct 18

CNS6:50 amCairns

26h 23m

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2 stops34h 25m

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10:10 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops57h 20m

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10:55 am-7:20 am

2 stops34h 25m

$1,840

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6:59 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops28h 41m

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7:10 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops36h 47m

$1,861

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/1

5:30 pm-11:50 am

2 stops28h 20m

Cairns

Sun 10/18

6:50 am-7:13 pm

2 stops26h 23m

$2,320

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Cairns by plane?
Cairns is 9445.5 mi away from Washington, D.C.. 28h 54m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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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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