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Flight deals from Cairns to Honolulu International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns Airport to Honolulu International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 20,223. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Honolulu.R 7,830 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,830, select.
Honolulu.R 8,289 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,289, select.
Honolulu.R 9,322 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Apr.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Cairns on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,322, select.
Honolulu.R 9,800 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Cairns on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,800, select.
Honolulu.R 9,939 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Cairns on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,939, select.
Honolulu.R 10,541 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,541, select.
Honolulu.R 10,549 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,549, select.
Honolulu.R 11,259 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,259, select.
Honolulu.R 11,424 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,424, select.
Honolulu.R 11,645 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,645, select.
Honolulu.R 13,789 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Honolulu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,789, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Honolulu International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Honolulu International flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from R 7,830
Jun
from R 8,289
Jul
from R 11,424
Aug
from R 10,541
Sep
from R 9,939
Oct
from R 11,259
Nov
from R 11,645
Dec
from R 9,800
Jan
Find prices
Feb
from R 13,789
Mar
from R 10,549
Apr
from R 9,322

Cairns to Honolulu International: Alternative routes

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

Honolulu International

7km from central Honolulu
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Hoolehua

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Cairns to Honolulu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,830
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Honolulu International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Honolulu International is R 14,413. 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 Cairns to Honolulu International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,413.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Cairns to Honolulu International.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Honolulu International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Honolulu International Airport on Saturday, 18 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Honolulu International 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 Honolulu International 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 Honolulu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Fiji Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Honolulu International.

Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): what you need to know

  • Honolulu's timezone is UTC-10, making Honolulu 20 hours behind Cairns.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CNS to HNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CNS and HNL:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Narita International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • R 7,830 is the best price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 14,413. These prices can change based on availability.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CNS to HNL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CNS to HNL.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • 71.55% of flights that depart Cairns Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To get to Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near CNS? If you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • If you have a late Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HNL:

  • Grab a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport rental car and explore Honolulu and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport around two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu

  • The address for HNL is 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Honolulu. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • It typically takes 3 hours to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Honolulu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Honolulu is September, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairns Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CNS to HNL in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Honolulu, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 16 kilometres north-west to Pearl City to check off its popular sights. From USS Utah Memorial to Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Hilo is another well-known destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Honolulu. No journey is complete without a visit to Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens and Pacific Tsunami Museum.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.