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Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Alice Springs

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Alice Springs flights are currently cheapest in September.

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

Cairns to Alice Springs: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,008
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flights per week0

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Alice Springs: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Alice Springs is $1,008. 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 Cairns to Alice Springs. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,008.
As of May 2024, there are no flights flying from Cairns to Alice Springs.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Alice Springs is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Alice Springs Airport on Friday, 20 September 2024.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Alice Springs.

Which airlines fly from Cairns to Alice Springs?

  • Qantas operates direct flights to Alice Springs from Cairns, and these depart daily.
  • Skyscanner's calendar tool is an easy way to assess when the cheapest time to fly is, making booking flights at the right price a cinch.

How easy is it to depart from Cairns?

Cairns Airport is an important regional hub, and serves the city of Cairns. There are 2 terminals here, and both are easy to transit through.

  • Domestic Terminal (T2) – flights to Alice Springs will depart from here.

You can find VIP lounges, restaurants, ATMs, shops, and free WiFi are all available at this airport. The terminals are connected via a 250m walkway.

Arrive at this airport at least 1 hour before your flight is due to depart.

What do I need before I depart from Cairns?

  • A form of photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
  • Please be aware, that if you are not an Australian citizen or resident, you may need to carry your passport.

What information do I need to know before arriving in Alice Springs?

The Alice Springs Airport is the main entry point for travellers hoping to see the national parks of Alice Springs. This is a small airport with a single terminal. 

  • Main Terminal – All flights depart from this terminal.

Travellers can access a newsagency, a post office, a gift shop, a couple of ATMs, free WiFi, and a licensed café.

What is the weather like in Alice Springs?

  • Alice Springs has an arid climate with hot, dry summer that can spike at 40°C, but is generally around 20-35°C. Winters average 5-20°C, but can see lows of 0°C at night.

Is there a time difference between Cairns and Alice Springs?

  • Alice Springs is 30 minutes behind Cairns.

Is Alice Springs cheaper than Cairns? 

Alice Springs is actually more expensive than Cairns, so be prepared to see prices for dining and accommodation to be around 15-30% higher. We have an excellent blog on Australia’s famous Outback railway, called the Ghan, and this is a good way to get excited out your trip.

  Cairns Alice Springs
Average cost of a meal for 2 people $80 $90
Average cost of a coffee $4.50 $4.50
Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD $25 $30-35

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of November 2017 


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