Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Haneda Airport (HND): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport is 7 hours 45 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo one hour behind Cairns.
You can choose from nine weekly Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport flights. The 13:15 departure with Virgin Australia Regional is the earliest available. Virgin Australia Regional operates the last service of the day at 13:15.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CNS to HND flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Virgin Australia Regional is your gateway to discovering Tokyo (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Japan!). Browse the direct flights from Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Virgin Australia Regional on this route.
Virgin Australia Regional tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for CNS to HND flights, with 86.89% of services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CNS and HND:
Kansai International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Haneda Airport (HND)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport flight is P15,836. A round-trip fare right now is P36,886. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from CNS to HND by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of the departures from Cairns Airport, 71.55% land on time at their destination.
To reach Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CNS:
Arriving at Haneda Airport (HND)
Reserve a hotel close to HND if you're on a late Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
From Haneda Airport, Tokyo is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Haneda Airport (HND)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Cairns Airport to Haneda Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CNS to HND in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Osaka is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without dropping by Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.