Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Hobart International Airport (HBA): what you need to know
Hobart's timezone is UTC+11, making Hobart one hour ahead of Cairns.
To ensure you get on your CNS to HBA flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CNS and HBA:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
R 2,442 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,874. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from CNS to HBA, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CNS to HBA.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
When it comes to Cairns Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CNS. Whether you have an early flight from Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Hobart International Airport (HBA)
If you have a late Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HBA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hobart International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive to explore Hobart and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Hobart International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to central Hobart
From Hobart International Airport, Hobart is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Hobart. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Hobart is January, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairns Airport to Hobart International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CNS to HBA in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Hobart has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. Around 161 kilometres north of Hobart, a trip to Launceston will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
Burnie is another standout destination in Australia and is around 225 kilometres north-west of Hobart. No trip is complete without dropping by Penguin Observation Centre, Burnie Regional Museum and Makers' Workshop.