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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns from $677

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Cairns departing on 8/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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United Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 11:10 am
BWI
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CNS
26h 11m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pm
CNS
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BWI
25h 40m
2 stops
$1,371United Airlines
Mon, Jul 27 - Wed, Aug 12
United Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 11:10 am
BWI
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CNS
26h 11m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 am
CNS
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BWI
43h 45m
3 stops
$1,390United Airlines
Mon, Jul 27 - Wed, Aug 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 11:40 am
IAD
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CNS
35h 50m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 12:47 pm
CNS
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IAD
38h 07m
3 stops
$1,436Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Mon, Aug 10
United Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 11:10 am
BWI
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CNS
26h 11m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pm
CNS
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BWI
25h 40m
2 stops
$1,551United Airlines
Sun, Jul 26 - Tue, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
3:03 pm - 1:00 pm
BWI
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CNS
31h 57m
3 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 am
CNS
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BWI
43h 45m
3 stops
$1,567United Airlines
Mon, Jul 27 - Tue, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 11:10 am
BWI
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CNS
26h 11m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 am
CNS
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BWI
43h 45m
3 stops
$1,570United Airlines
Sun, Jul 26 - Tue, Aug 18
Qantas Airways Logo
3:50 pm - 4:40 pm
BWI
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CNS
34h 50m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
6:50 am - 9:34 pm
CNS
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BWI
28h 44m
2 stops
$1,688Qantas Airways
Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 11:10 am
BWI
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CNS
26h 11m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 4:35 pm
CNS
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BWI
34h 40m
2 stops
$1,781Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jul 26 - Sat, Aug 15
Air New Zealand Logo
1:00 pm - 10:45 am
IAD
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CNS
31h 45m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
6:55 pm - 12:57 am
CNS
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IAD
44h 02m
3 stops
$2,100Air New Zealand
Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23
Air New Zealand Logo
9:28 am - 9:45 am
IAD
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CNS
34h 17m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
10:55 am - 6:29 am
CNS
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IAD
33h 34m
2 stops
$2,120Air New Zealand
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 24

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

Our best United Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Cairns flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 27
BWI6:59 pmBaltimore/Washington
26h 11m
2 stops
CNS11:10 amCairns
Aug 12
CNS6:00 amCairns
25h 40m
2 stops
BWI5:40 pmBaltimore/Washington
$1,371
United Airlines
Jul 27
BWI6:59 pmBaltimore/Washington
26h 11m
2 stops
CNS11:10 amCairns
Aug 12
CNS6:00 amCairns
43h 45m
3 stops
BWI11:45 amBaltimore/Washington
$1,390
United Airlines
Jul 26
BWI6:59 pmBaltimore/Washington
26h 11m
2 stops
CNS11:10 amCairns
Aug 18
CNS6:00 amCairns
25h 40m
2 stops
BWI5:40 pmBaltimore/Washington
$1,551

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

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Washington, D.C. to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
Aug 16
IAD1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 45m
2 stops
CNS10:45 amCairns
Aug 23
CNS6:55 pmCairns
44h 02m
3 stops
IAD12:57 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$2,100
Air New Zealand
Oct 10
BWI8:00 amBaltimore/Washington
35h 45m
2 stops
CNS9:45 amCairns
Oct 24
CNS10:55 amCairns
25h 39m
2 stops
BWI10:34 pmBaltimore/Washington
$2,120
Air New Zealand
Jul 28
DCA7:55 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
36h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:45 amCairns
Aug 17
CNS11:55 amCairns
24h 18m
2 stops
DCA10:13 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$2,174

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 6, 2026.
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BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 7/27

6:59 pm-11:10 am

2 stops26h 11m

Cairns

Wed 8/12

6:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,371

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 7/27

6:59 pm-11:10 am

2 stops26h 11m

Cairns

Wed 8/12

6:00 am-11:45 am

3 stops43h 45m

$1,390

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/4

9:50 am-11:40 am

3 stops35h 50m

Cairns

Mon 8/10

12:40 pm-12:47 pm

3 stops38h 07m

$1,436

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 7/26

6:59 pm-11:10 am

2 stops26h 11m

Cairns

Tue 8/18

6:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,551

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 7/27

3:03 pm-1:00 pm

3 stops31h 57m

Cairns

Tue 8/18

6:00 am-11:45 am

3 stops43h 45m

$1,567

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 7/26

6:59 pm-11:10 am

2 stops26h 11m

Cairns

Tue 8/18

6:00 am-11:45 am

3 stops43h 45m

$1,570

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/25

3:50 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops34h 50m

Cairns

Sat 8/15

6:50 am-9:34 pm

2 stops28h 44m

$1,688

BaltimoreCairns

BWI - CNS

BWICNS

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 7/26

6:59 pm-11:10 am

2 stops26h 11m

Cairns

Sat 8/15

7:55 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$1,781

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/16

1:00 pm-10:45 am

2 stops31h 45m

Cairns

Sun 8/23

6:55 pm-12:57 am

3 stops44h 02m

$2,100

Washington, D.C.Cairns

IAD - CNS

IADCNS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/10

9:28 am-9:45 am

2 stops34h 17m

Cairns

Sat 10/24

10:55 am-6:29 am

2 stops33h 34m

$2,120

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Fastest flight time

27h 38m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Cairns takes 27h 38m
There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Cairns

  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 9445.5 mi away from Washington, D.C.. 27h 38m 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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