Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Nadi International Airport (NAN): what you need to know
Nadi is two hours ahead of Cairns and observes the UTC+12 timezone.
Your CNS to NAN flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
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 domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between CNS and NAN include:
Brisbane Airport
Adelaide Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Right now, R 3,301 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,382. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNS to NAN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CNS to NAN.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of the flights that depart from Cairns Airport, 71.55% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CNS? If you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Book a hotel close to NAN if you have a late Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Nadi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NCH Rentals, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nadi and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Nadi International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Nadi International Airport (NAN) to central Nadi
Nadi International Airport to the centre of Nadi has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Nadi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Cairns Airport to Nadi International Airport for January if you'd like to go to Nadi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNS to NAN in August. Temperatures average between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Fiji
Nadi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Fiji waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres east of Nadi, a visit to Suva will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Fiji Museum, Albert Park and Suva Flea Market.
Around 19 kilometres north of Nadi, Lautoka is another essential stop in Fiji. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Nadovu Park, Churchill Park and Botanical Gardens.