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Cheap Flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cairns (CNS)

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Cairns.$2,405 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with China Southern and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,405, select.
Cairns.$2,482 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,482, select.
Cairns.$2,491 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,491, select.
Cairns.$2,566 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,566, select.
Cairns.$2,665 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairns on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,665, select.
Cairns.$2,712 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,712, select.
Cairns.$2,723 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairns on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,723, select.
Cairns.$2,782 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,782, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from $2,957
Jul
from $2,405
Aug
from $3,046
Sep
from $3,054
Oct
from $2,842
Nov
from $2,566
Dec
from $3,183
Jan
from $3,023
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
from $2,712
May
from $2,786

Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairns.

Amsterdam to Cairns: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$2,405
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns is $2,405. 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 Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,405.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Cairns is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Cairns Airport on Tuesday, 1 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Amsterdam Schiphol 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, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Cairns nine hours ahead of Amsterdam.

  • To ensure you get on your AMS to CNS flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AMS and CNS:

    • Changi International Airport

    • Narita International Airport

    • Kansai International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport flight is $803. A round-trip fare right now is $2,405. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from AMS to CNS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from AMS to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport.

Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • Of all flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • If you're landing on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CNS:

  • Pick up a Cairns Airport rental car and explore Cairns and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

  • Cairns Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Cairns. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cairns. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Cairns Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • August has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to CNS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • Townsville is just one of the many cities 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.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.

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