Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Launceston Airport (LST): what you need to know
Your CNS to LST flight won't wait if you're 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 during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CNS and LST include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Launceston Airport (LST)
At the moment, RM469 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM982. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CNS to LST if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CNS to LST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of the departures from Cairns Airport, 71.55% arrive on time at their destination.
Cairns Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CNS? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Launceston Airport (LST)
If you're arriving on a late Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near LST:
Explore without limits with a Launceston Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Apex and see more of Launceston and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Launceston Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Launceston Airport (LST) to central Launceston
Launceston Airport to the centre of Launceston has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to Launceston Airport (LST)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Launceston based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Cairns Airport to Launceston Airport for January if you want to visit Launceston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CNS to LST around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Melbourne is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Launceston. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.
Geelong is another essential stop in Australia and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Launceston. No journey is complete without a visit to Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.