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Cairns.$1,951 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,951, select.
Cairns.$2,563 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,563, select.
Cairns.$2,563 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Tue, 27 Jan.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Cairns on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,563, select.
Cairns.$2,574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Mon, 23 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,574, select.
Cairns.$2,582 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,582, select.
Cairns.$2,586 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,586, select.
Cairns.$2,670 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,670, select.
Cairns.$2,813 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairns on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,813, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Milan Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $2,582
Jul
from $2,928
Aug
from $3,394
Sep
from $2,586
Oct
from $2,953
Nov
from $2,563
Dec
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Jan
from $2,563
Feb
from $2,574
Mar
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Apr
from $2,813
May
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Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:August

Milan Malpensa to Cairns: Alternative routes

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

Milan to Cairns: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,951
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Milan Malpensa to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Milan Malpensa to Cairns is $1,951. 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 Milan Malpensa to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,951.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Milan Malpensa to Cairns.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Cairns is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport on Friday, 22 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Milan Malpensa 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, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is nine hours ahead of Milan.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your MXP to CNS flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport flight is $778. A return ticket right now is $1,951. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MXP to CNS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MXP to CNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport.

Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • 68.23% of flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MXP:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

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

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

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cairns in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cairns Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to CNS in August. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Cairns has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a visit to Townsville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

  • Bowen is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without dropping by Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.

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