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Flight deals from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P80,397. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cairns.P72,327 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P72,327, select.
Cairns.P75,646 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P75,646, select.
Cairns.P76,521 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P76,521, select.
Cairns.P80,281 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P80,281, select.
Cairns.P80,397 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P80,397, select.
Cairns.P89,234 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar, returning Mon, 23 Mar.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Dublin on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairns on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P89,234, select.
Cairns.P97,516 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Dublin on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairns on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P97,516, select.
Cairns.P101,809 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P101,809, select.
Cairns.P119,022 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Dublin on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P119,022, select.
Cairns.P128,352 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Sat, 11 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dublin on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairns on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P128,352, select.
Cairns.P146,438 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Dublin on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairns on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P146,438, select.
Cairns.P154,528 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Dublin on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairns on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P154,528, select.
Cairns.P157,947 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Dublin on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairns on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From P157,947, select.

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Dublin to Cairns: Alternative routes

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Dublin to Cairns: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundP72,327
Cheapest month to flyMay

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Finding cheap flights from Dublin to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dublin to Cairns is P72,327. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Dublin to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from P72,327.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Dublin to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Cairns is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport on Wednesday, 6 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Dublin Airport and Cairns Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is ten hours ahead of Dublin.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DUB to CNS flight.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • P38,527 is currently the best price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Return flights start from P72,327. These fares may change based on availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DUB to CNS if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Finding cheap flights from DUB to CNS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport.

Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Dublin Airport, 72.87% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DUB:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:

  • Grab a Cairns Airport rental car and discover Cairns and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • Cairns Airport to the centre of Cairns has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Cairns in February.

  • When booking your flight from Dublin Airport to Cairns Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. 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 DUB to CNS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

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

  • Bowen is another well-known 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.

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