Find cheap one-way flights from Chengdu to Cairns starting at US$375.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When are flight tickets from Chengdu (CTU) to Cairns (CNS) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Chengdu to Cairns based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from Chengdu (CTU) to Cairns (CNS) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $471.
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cairns?
- The distance from Cairns Intl. Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

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Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Chengdu to Cairns airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Thu, Mar 20 at US$375 for one-way flights.

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Chengdu to Cairns Flight Information

Cheapest one-way flight price	$356
Off-season for travel	March
Peak season for travel	January
Flight distance	6,915.92 km
Popular airline	Sichuan Airlines