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Cheapest return flight
AED 3,870
Typical prices: AED 4,463-AED 5,359
IndiGo
Sat 27/1Wed 7/2
CNS - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 2,045
Typical prices: AED 2,749-AED 4,094
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/11
CNS - DXB • 2 stops
Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Cairns and Dubai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg AED 4,120 (return)
Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS)
Shortest trip • 18h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Dubai (CNS-DXB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Dubai

Wed, 27 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb
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19:15 - 09:20CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
44h 05m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Bengaluru Intl
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11:25 - 05:45DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
36h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
AED 3,870IndiGo
4 hours ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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19:50 - 22:05CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 15m2 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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09:55 - 10:15DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
42h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
AED 3,874Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
IndiGo Logo
19:15 - 09:20CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
44h 05m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Bengaluru Intl
IndiGo Logo
11:25 - 05:45DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
36h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
AED 3,878IndiGo
1 day ago
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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06:40 - 08:35CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
55h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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13:00 - 08:30DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
37h 30m3 stops Thiruvananthapuram Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
AED 4,080Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 27 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
IndiGo Logo
19:15 - 09:20CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
44h 05m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Bengaluru Intl
IndiGo Logo
20:55 - 05:45DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
26h 50m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
AED 4,131IndiGo
2 days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Air India Logo
11:45 - 19:00CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
37h 15m2 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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09:55 - 10:15DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
42h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
AED 4,318Air India
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 05:45CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 30m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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09:10 - 08:30DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
41h 20m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
AED 4,388Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 19:00CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
34h 20m2 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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09:55 - 17:15DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
25h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Singapore Changi
AED 4,465Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 - 12:10CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
31h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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23:55 - 17:15DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
35h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Singapore Changi
AED 4,476Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 05:45CNS  Cairns-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 30m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
Multiple Airlines Logo
03:10 - 05:45DXB  Dubai Intl-CNS Cairns
20h 35m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
AED 4,803Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Dubai flights

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Dubai?

Return flights from Cairns to Dubai typically range from AED 4,463 to AED 5,359. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was AED 3,870 on IndiGo.

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AED 2,045
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When to book flights from Cairns to Dubai

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Your Cairns to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Dubai?

    A direct flight from Cairns to Dubai takes 00m, covering 17,428 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 2,955, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • AMEX
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Dubai?

    Flights from Cairns to Dubai usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cairns to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Brisbane (BNE) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Cairns to Dubai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 3,584 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at AED 6,334, a difference of AED 2,750.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cairns to Dubai?

    Flying via Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 24m, compared to 20h 21m via Brisbane (BNE) and 22h 45m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Cairns and Dubai?

    Dubai is 6 hours behind Cairns (Gulf Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall is one of the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

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