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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Honolulu International to Cairns? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairns.R 3,527 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,527, select.
Cairns.R 4,100 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,100, select.
Cairns.R 5,835 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,835, select.
Cairns.R 9,935 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,935, select.
Cairns.R 10,800 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Honolulu International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,800, select.
Cairns.R 11,562 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Honolulu International on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,562, select.
Cairns.R 19,794 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Honolulu International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 19,794, select.
Cairns.R 20,843 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Honolulu International on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 20,843, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to Cairns

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Honolulu International to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 19,794
Aug
from R 3,527
Sep
from R 4,100
Oct
from R 5,835
Nov
from R 10,800
Dec
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Mar
from R 20,843
Apr
from R 9,935
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Jun
from R 11,562

Honolulu International to Cairns: Alternative routes

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Honolulu to Cairns: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,527
Cheapest month to flyAugust

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Honolulu International to Cairns is R 8,351. 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 Honolulu International to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 8,351.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Honolulu International to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Honolulu International to Cairns is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Honolulu International Airport to Cairns Airport on Wednesday, 20 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Honolulu International Airport and Cairns 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 Cairns 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 Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

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

  • Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Cairns 20 hours ahead of Honolulu.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your HNL to CNS flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Cairns Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between HNL and CNS include:

    • Haneda Airport

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

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

  • R 3,527 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 8,351. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HNL to CNS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap flights from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Cairns Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HNL to CNS.

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

Handy information about Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.

  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84.42% of flights that take off from HNL arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Honolulu to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 3 hours.

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

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cairns. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Cairns Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from HNL to CNS in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Cairns, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to tick off its top attractions. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another essential stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.

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