Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Singapore: what you need to know
Around 6 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Singapore.
The timezone in Singapore is UTC+8. The city is two hours behind Cairns, where Cairns Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Changi International Airport (SIN). Choose from four services every week between these two airports. Singapore Airlines offers a 18:15 departure between CNS and SIN.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CNS to Singapore flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Begin your trip at CNS and travel nonstop to Changi International Airport (SIN). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Cairns Airport to Singapore tickets.
Take to the skies with Singapore Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Cairns Airport to Singapore.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from CNS to Singapore, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Cairns, CNS can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to CNS? If you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Singapore, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairns Airport, data shows 71.55% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Singapore
P11,798 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Singapore flight. A return plane ticket starts at P23,727. These prices can change depending on availability.
Score cheap flights from CNS to Singapore by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
January is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Cairns Airport to Singapore tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Singapore. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion to explore Singapore and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Changi International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CNS to Singapore.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
After your flight from Cairns Airport to Singapore has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is roughly 19 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 25 minutes or so.
Following your CNS to Singapore flight, kick back at a hotel near XSP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
Before you book your flights from Cairns Airport to Singapore, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Singapore offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Cairns Airport to Singapore plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CNS to Singapore in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cairns Airport to Singapore, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Singapore travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Universal Studios Singapore.