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Cairns.$509 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $509, select.
Cairns.$521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.
Cairns.$524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $524, select.
Cairns.$542 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec, returning Wed, 21 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $542, select.
Cairns.$546 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $546, select.
Cairns.$568 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $568, select.
Cairns.$578 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $578, select.
Cairns.$579 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar Asia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Singapore Changi on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Singapore Changi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $579, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Singapore Changi to Cairns

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Singapore Changi to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in February.
Apr
from $1,273
May
from $524
Jun
from $521
Jul
from $715
Aug
from $603
Sep
from $622
Oct
from $568
Nov
from $546
Dec
from $625
Jan
from $752
Feb
from $509
Mar
from $767

Direct flights from Singapore Changi to Cairns

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Singapore to Cairns: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$509
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time6 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineSingapore Airlines
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Singapore Changi to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Singapore Changi to Cairns is $509. 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.
6 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Singapore Changi to Cairns.
Singapore Airlines, SWISS and Lufthansa fly direct from Singapore Changi to Cairns.
As of April 2025, there are 25 flights per week flying from Singapore Changi to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Singapore Changi to Cairns is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Singapore Changi Airport to Cairns Airport on Friday, 6 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 28 minutes.
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 Asia and Singapore Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Travelling from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 25 minutes.

  • Cairns is two hours ahead of Singapore and is in the UTC+10 timezone.

  • Flights from SIN to CNS start at 08:40 — the earliest with Singapore Airlines. The last departure is at 08:45 with Singapore Airlines. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your SIN to CNS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Cairns (and then seeing more of Australia!) is a cinch with Singapore Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Singapore Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier operating SIN to CNS flights is Singapore Airlines. Its services land without delay 74.29% of the time.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SIN and CNS:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Darwin International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport flight is $233. A round-trip ticket right now is $509. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SIN to CNS.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SIN to CNS is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • 68.95% of flights taking off from Changi International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To reach Changi International Airport from central Singapore, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SIN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Cairns Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Cairns in February.

  • Book your flight from Changi International Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you'd like to explore Cairns during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SIN to CNS in August. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, consider Bowen, about 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay are highlights.

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