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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nashville to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in December.

Nashville to Cairns: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nashville to Cairns below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairns.

Nashville to Cairns: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 25,045
Cheapest month to flyDecember

Finding cheap flights from Nashville to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nashville to Cairns is R 24,448. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Nashville to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 24,448.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Nashville to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Cairns is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nashville Airport to Cairns Airport on Monday, 27 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Nashville Airport and Cairns Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairns but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Cairns 15 hours ahead of Nashville.

  • Your BNA to CNS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • R 25,045 is currently the best price for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Return flights start at R 24,448. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from BNA to CNS, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from Nashville International Airport to Cairns Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BNA to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Nashville International Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Nashville International Airport (BNA)

  • BNA is located at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.

  • Nashville International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.21% of flights that take off from BNA arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Nashville International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Nashville. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near BNA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Cairns Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Nashville International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and discover more of Cairns and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nashville International Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cairns. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Nashville International Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to explore Cairns during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNA to CNS in August. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've visited Cairns, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to tick off its leading attractions. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of Australia, head for Bowen, about 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay are highlights.

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