Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Devonport Airport (DPO): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CNS to DPO flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a popular stopover on the CNS to DPO route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Devonport Airport (DPO)
Right now, R 6,335 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,642. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CNS to DPO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from CNS to DPO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of all flights departing from Cairns Airport, 71.55% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CNS:
Arriving at Devonport Airport (DPO)
Reserve a hotel near DPO if you're taking a late Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Devonport Airport rental car and discover Devonport and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Devonport Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Devonport Airport (DPO) to central Devonport
Devonport Airport to the centre of Devonport has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Devonport Airport (DPO)
April is the busiest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Devonport in April.
The warmest month in Devonport is January, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Devonport Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to DPO sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Devonport is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north of Devonport, a trip to Melbourne will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.
Geelong is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Devonport. No trip is complete without visiting Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.
