Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Seoul: what you need to know
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is one hour behind Cairns, where Cairns Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CNS to Seoul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from CNS to Seoul with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
CNS is around 5 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cairns Airport to Seoul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CNS:
71.55% of flights leaving from Cairns Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Seoul
R 4,926 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Seoul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 8,615. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CNS to Seoul. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your Cairns Airport to Seoul ticket.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from CNS to Seoul.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). How long it takes to drive there will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Go where the road takes you with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and chase adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your flight from CNS to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in central Seoul (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Look for any visitor information desks to help direct you after disembarking your flight from Cairns Airport to Seoul.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CNS to Seoul flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from GMP one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Before locking in your flights from Cairns Airport to Seoul, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Seoul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Cairns Airport to Seoul flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CNS to Seoul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Cairns Airport to Seoul:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Seoul to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in South Korea, consider Daegu, about 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are among its highlights.