Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Reykjavik is ten hours behind Cairns, where Cairns Airport is located. Reykjavik runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
To avoid missing your CNS to Reykjavik flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
CNS is about 5 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near CNS? If you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Reykjavik, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Cairns Airport, 71.55% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Reykjavik
R 18,082 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 36,793. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from CNS to Reykjavik, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near KEF:
Explore without limits with a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and experience more of Reykjavik and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CNS to Reykjavik can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). After your flight from Cairns Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 25 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your CNS to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Before you book your flights from Cairns Airport to Reykjavik, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Reykjavik offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Cairns Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CNS to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Cairns Airport to Reykjavik:
Perlan and Hallgrimskirkja silhouette are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Reykjavik travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at National Museum of Iceland.
Explore more of Iceland
You've visited Reykjavik, now it's time to discover more of Iceland. Journey about 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to tick off its top sights. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are key reasons to visit.
