Travelling from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is nine hours ahead of Catania.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CTA to CNS flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Right now, RM7,175 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM9,507. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CTA to CNS, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Cairns Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CTA to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
68.69% of flights departing from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Catania to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near CTA? If you're boarding an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Cairns Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CNS if you're on a late Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Cairns Airport rental car. Book your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and venture far and wide through Cairns and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cairns based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to explore Cairns during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CTA to CNS in August. Temperatures average between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a trip to Townsville will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Bowen is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No trip is complete without dropping by Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
