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Flight deals from Cairns to Phuket

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns to Phuket? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Phuket.375 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Phuket on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 375 €, select.
Phuket.410 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Indonesia AirAsia and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Cairns on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Phuket on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 410 €, select.
Phuket.469 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Phuket on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 469 €, select.
Phuket.479 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Phuket on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 479 €, select.
Phuket.486 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Phuket on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 486 €, select.
Phuket.544 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Phuket on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 544 €, select.
Phuket.546 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Phuket on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 546 €, select.
Phuket.556 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Phuket on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 556 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in September.
Apr
from 797 €
May
from 564 €
Jun
from 479 €
Jul
from 546 €
Aug
from 469 €
Sep
from 375 €
Oct
from 659 €
Nov
from 544 €
Dec
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Jan
from 633 €
Feb
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Mar
from 486 €

Cairns to Phuket: Alternative routes

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

Cairns to Phuket: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found375 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Phuket is 375 €. 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 Cairns to Phuket. But we found flights with one or more stops from 375 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Cairns to Phuket.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Phuket is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Phuket Airport on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Phuket 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 Phuket 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 Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is three hours behind Cairns.

  • To ensure you get on your CNS to HKT flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CNS and HKT:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Changi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • 194 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Return flights start at 375 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from CNS to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from CNS to HKT is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • When it comes to Cairns Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near CNS? If you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • If you're coming in on a late Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near HKT:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Phuket International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and find adventure across Phuket and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

  • Phuket International Airport to central Phuket has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Phuket in April.

  • The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairns Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to HKT sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Phuket has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.

  • Nakhon Si Thammarat is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket. No trip is complete without a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.

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