Flying from Parkes Airport (PKE) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is one hour behind Parkes.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PKE to CNS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like March, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Parkes Airport to Cairns Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a top stopover on the PKE to CNS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Parkes Airport (PKE) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
RM2,521 is currently the best price for a one-way Parkes Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Return flights start from RM1,899. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PKE to CNS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Parkes Airport to Cairns Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Parkes Airport (PKE)
When it comes to Parkes Airport's on-time performance, 55.26% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Parkes to Parkes Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Parkes Airport to Cairns Airport? Apartment Bali Style With Pool and Fire Pits and Contractor's Heaven and Entertainer are near PKE. They're a particularly good choice if you're jetting out early.
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Parkes Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cairns Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Parkes Airport to Cairns Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cairns in February.
Book your flight from Parkes Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to visit Cairns during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PKE to CNS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Bowen is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without experiencing Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
