Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Porto is ten hours behind Cairns and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your CNS to OPO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Porto Airport flight is $1,230. A return fare is currently $2,187. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CNS to OPO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Porto Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CNS to OPO.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairns Airport to Porto Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of all flights departing from Cairns Airport, 71.55% land on time at their destination.
To reach Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to CNS? If you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Porto Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
Consider booking a hotel close to OPO if you're on a late Cairns Airport to Porto Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Porto Airport rental car and discover Porto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Porto Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Porto Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Porto. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Cairns Airport to Porto Airport for August if you want to go to Porto during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNS to OPO in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Porto, now it's time to discover more of Portugal. Journey about 274 kilometres south to Lisbon to check off its leading sights. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Portugal, head for Amadora, roughly 274 kilometres south of Porto. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are among the biggest draws.
