Travelling from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, which is the same as Emerald.
Your EMD to CNS flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport. Many passengers pass through Brisbane Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Currently, R 2,626 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,655. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from EMD to CNS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EMD to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Emerald Airport (EMD)
Emerald Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from EMD arrive on schedule 81.85% of the time.
Emerald Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Emerald. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near EMD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Cairns. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cairns based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Emerald Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you'd like to go to Cairns during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EMD to CNS sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
