Flying from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns is two hours ahead of Port Hedland and observes the UTC+10 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PHE to CNS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season 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 Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport. Many passengers pass through Perth Airport when flying between PHE and CNS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Right now, R 8,736 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 28,886. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PHE to CNS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PHE to CNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
Of the departures from Port Hedland International Airport, 61.67% land on time at their destination.
Central Port Hedland to Port Hedland International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to PHE:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you have a late Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CNS:
Pick up a Cairns Airport rental car and discover Cairns and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Cairns in February.
When reserving your flight from Port Hedland International Airport to Cairns Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PHE to CNS in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Cairns, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to check off its top sights. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, there's plenty to keep you busy.
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.
