Flying from Paris to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is nine hours ahead of Paris. Cairns Airport is located in Cairns.
Your flight from Paris to CNS won't wait if you're running 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 flying internationally.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Paris to CNS with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between CDG and CNS include:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kms (16 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Paris to Cairns Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Paris to CNS flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
76% of flights out of Paris Orly Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
BVA is around 88 kms (55 miles) from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to Cairns Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
Flights departing from BVA touch down at their destination as scheduled 66% of the time.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Cairns Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairns and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Paris to Cairns Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
From Cairns Airport, central Cairns is around 6 kms (4 miles) away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Right now, £530 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Cairns Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £999. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Paris to CNS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Paris to Cairns Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Paris to CNS.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Cairns Airport (CNS)
September is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Cairns Airport (CNS), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Cairns based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Paris to CNS plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cairns to range from 23ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Paris to Cairns Airport in August when temperatures are between 16ºC and 25ºC.
More about Cairns
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairns right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Cairns Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Great Barrier Reef, Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Cairns itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Cairns, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey around 290 kms (180 miles) south to Townsville to tick off its must-visit sights. From Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to Great Barrier Reef Aquarium and Botanic Gardens, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 290 kms (180 miles) southeast of Cairns, North Ward is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Strand Beach, The Strand Jetty and Ocean Siren Statue.
