Cairns Airport

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General information

Cairns Airport is an international airport in the northeast of Australia. Qantas, Jetstar Airways and Virgin Australia offer daily flights to Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Cairns Airport is known as the closest airport to the Great Barrier Reef.

Where is Cairns Airport situated?

The airport is located close to the sea, north of Cairns. It is situated close to the Captain Cook Highway 1 and Cairns Western Arterial Road 91.

How many terminals does Cairns Airport have?

Cairns Airport has two Terminals. Terminal 1 is for international flights, Terminal 2 for domestic flights. The terminals are located east of the single runway and are within walking distance from each other.

Which airlines fly from and to Cairns Airport?

The main airlines at the airport are:
  • Qantas brand logo
    Qantas
  • Jetstar brand logo
    Jetstar Airways
  • Air Niugini brand logo
    Air Niugini
  • Regional Express Airlines brand logo
    Rex Airlines
  • Virgin Australia brand logo
    Virgin Australia
Here you can find the complete list of airlines at Cairns Airport.

Activities

Activity

Cairns: Fitzroy Island Ferry with Optional Lunch & Activity

Escape to Fitzroy Island on a trip from Cairns. Enjoy the peaceful paradise, untouched beaches, rainforest trails, and optional add-ons like a picnic lunch box, snorkel gear, or a glass-bottom boat.
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Activity

Cairns: Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Visit with Transfer

Spend the afternoon at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, with return transfers. Explore the park, watch the snake and crocodile shows, learn about the animals, and enjoy a wetland cruise.
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Activity

Cairns: Skyrail, Kuranda, and Rail Tour with Hotel Transfers

Discover the Cairns World Heritage Rainforest on this tour from Cairns to Kuranda village. Soar over the rainforest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and return on the Kuranda Scenic Rail train.
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