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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns to Honiara? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Honiara.RM1,980 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Cairns on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Honiara.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Honiara on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,980, select.

Honiara.RM3,212 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Qantas and Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Honiara.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Honiara on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,212, select.

Honiara.RM6,236 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Cairns on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Honiara.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Honiara on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM6,236, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Honiara

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Honiara flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Cairns to Honiara: Alternative routes

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

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Cheapest flight found	RM1,980
Cheapest month to fly	May

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Honiara: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cairns to Honiara?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Honiara is RM1,980. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Cairns to Honiara?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairns to Honiara. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM1,972.

How many flights are there a week from Cairns to Honiara?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Cairns to Honiara.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Honiara?

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Honiara is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Honiara Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Honiara Airport on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Honiara Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Honiara Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Honiara?

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 Honiara 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Honiara?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Honiara is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns Airport to Honiara with?

Currently, Air Niugini offers the cheapest flight tickets to Honiara.

Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Honiara International Airport (HIR): what you need to know

Honiara is one hour ahead of Cairns and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CNS to HIR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd love to explore a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Jacksons International Airport is a popular stop between CNS and HIR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Honiara International Airport (HIR)

RM1,716 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM1,980. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CNS to HIR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CNS to HIR.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairns Airport, 71.55% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CNS? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Honiara International Airport (HIR)

Reserve a hotel close to HIR if you're on a late Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Honiara International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore Honiara and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at scoring a great deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Honiara International Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.

Getting from Honiara International Airport (HIR) to central Honiara

From Honiara International Airport, Honiara is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Honiara International Airport (HIR)

January is the most popular month for flights from Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Honiara in February.
Book your flight from Cairns Airport to Honiara International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Honiara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to HIR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Solomon Islands

Take your adventure further and explore more of Solomon Islands. Auki is around 113 kilometres north-east of Honiara and is full of things to keep you busy, including Kwaibala Waterfall.
Your travels through Solomon Islands isn't complete without visiting Lungga. Edsons Ridge Monument, Solomon Islands is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 10 kilometres east of Honiara.