Flying from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is one hour ahead of Busan.
Leave plenty of time to make your PUS to CNS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport. These are the top stopovers between PUS and CNS:
Kansai International Airport
Narita International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport flight is R 6,109. A return fare is currently R 13,868. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from PUS to CNS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
78.19% of flights leaving from Gimhae International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Gimhae International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Busan. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the quickest route and public transport alternatives.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near PUS? If you're boarding an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you're landing on a late Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CNS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and find adventure across Cairns and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairns Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Cairns based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Cairns Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PUS to CNS sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Bowen is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without a visit to Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.