Flying from Broome Airport (BME) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, making Cairns two hours ahead of Broome.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BME to CNS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Broome Airport to Cairns Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between BME and CNS include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Broome Airport (BME) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Currently, $504 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Broome Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,030. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BME to CNS, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Broome Airport to Cairns Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BME to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Broome Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Broome Airport (BME)
Broome Airport is about 2 kilometres from central Broome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BME? If you're catching an early flight from Broome Airport to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Broome Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Broome Airport to Cairns Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Cairns in February.
When booking your flight from Broome Airport to Cairns Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BME 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 after you've experienced Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.