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Edinburgh (EDI) to Cairns (CNS)

EDI - CNS
Price
£774 - £1078
CNS
Temperature
26 - 31 °C
CNS
Rainfall
27 - 436 mm
Popular in December High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Cheapest in September Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop
Average price £901 Average for round-trip flights in August 2020
Round-trip from £774 From Edinburgh to Cairns
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Edinburgh to Cairns?

Flights from Edinburgh to Cairns are generally found to be more expensive on Tuesday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cairns.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairns?

To save up to 15% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Edinburgh to Cairns from £699 1-2 weeks out and tickets from £753 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cairns?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Edinburgh. Users have commonly found prices around £870 for the month, but tickets can be as low as £631. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Cairns (EDI - CNS)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Edinburgh to Cairns in the midday. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Edinburgh to Cairns flights.

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From Edinburgh to Cairns

Are flight prices decreasing from Edinburgh to Cairns due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Edinburgh and Cairns for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

How popular is this flight route?

The Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns flight path was viewed by 110 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Does it rain more in Edinburgh or Cairns?

Expected rainfall in Edinburgh is less than in Cairns. You can expect this to be the case over the next 12 days.

Is Edinburgh weather warmer or cooler than Cairns?

Our data indicates that the weather will be 31 °C on average in the month of January. The temperature in Cairns is typically hotter than in Edinburgh. If you're traveling when the temperature is at its warmest, push to plan early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. For the best results, search for flights well in advance or after peak season.

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Destination information for Cairns

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Edinburgh to Cairns
Today's exchange rate
£1 = $1.83
Average temperature for August in Cairns
26.0 °C
Avg rainfall for August in Cairns
31.0 mm

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