Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Cairns one hour ahead of Seoul.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your ICN to CNS flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Cairns Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ICN and CNS:
Kansai International Airport
Narita International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Currently, R 4,355 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,725. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ICN to CNS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Incheon International Airport to Cairns Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, data shows 54.5% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
The journey from central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is about 48 kilometres. Look up travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ICN? If you've booked an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Incheon International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Grab a Cairns Airport rental car and discover Cairns and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to central Cairns has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Cairns Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Cairns in February.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Incheon International Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ICN to CNS in August. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Cairns, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to check off its leading sights. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Australia, head for Bowen, about 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay are among its highlights.