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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan

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Flight deals from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Uluru.R 2,845 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,845, select.
Uluru.R 2,856 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,856, select.
Uluru.R 2,856 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,856, select.
Uluru.R 2,857 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,857, select.
Uluru.R 2,857 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,857, select.
Uluru.R 2,857 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,857, select.
Uluru.R 2,857 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,857, select.
Uluru.R 2,857 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Ayers Rock / Connellan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,857, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from R 4,938
Jun
from R 2,866
Jul
from R 2,866
Aug
from R 2,866
Sep
from R 2,865
Oct
from R 2,865
Nov
from R 2,854
Dec
from R 2,866
Jan
from R 2,866
Feb
from R 2,866
Mar
from R 2,866
Apr
from R 2,882

Direct flights from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan

Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairns to Uluru below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ayers Rock / Connellan.

Cairns to Uluru: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,854
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAlliance Airlines
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan is R 5,718. 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.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan.
Alliance Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan.
As of May 2025, there are 14 flights per week flying from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Ayers Rock / Connellan is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Ayers Rock / Connellan Airport on Monday, 16 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
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 Ayers Rock / Connellan 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 Uluru is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer the cheapest flight tickets to Ayers Rock / Connellan.

Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Connellan Airport (AYQ): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Each week, there are ten Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, pick the 07:10 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 07:10 with Qantas.

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

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Qantas is your ticket to exploring Uluru (and perhaps some other great parts of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Qantas on this route.

  • Qantas stands out as the most punctual carrier for CNS to AYQ flights, with 91.8% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CNS and AYQ:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Connellan Airport (AYQ)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport flight is R 2,845. A return plane ticket right now is R 5,718. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from CNS to AYQ by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from CNS to AYQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • When it comes to Cairns Airport's on-time performance, 71.55% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it takes around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CNS:

Arriving at Connellan Airport (AYQ)

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Connellan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond Uluru's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Connellan Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Connellan Airport (AYQ) to central Uluru

  • Connellan Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Uluru. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Connellan Airport (AYQ)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Uluru in March.

  • Book your flight from Cairns Airport to Connellan Airport for January if you want to go to Uluru during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CNS to AYQ in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Uluru has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north-east of Uluru, a trip to Alice Springs will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Alice Springs Desert Park, Alice Springs Reptile Centre and Watch This Space.

  • Another well-known destination in Australia, Gillen is located about 338 kilometres north-east of Uluru. Make time for highlights including Roberts Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Cairns to Uluru

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