Flying from Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, making Cairns two hours ahead of Puerto Princesa.
To ensure you catch your PPS to CNS flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Puerto Princesa International Airport to Cairns Airport flight is RM1,229. A return plane ticket is currently RM6,676. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PPS to CNS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Cairns Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from PPS to CNS.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
72.25% of flights taking off from Puerto Princesa International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Puerto Princesa International Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Puerto Princesa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to PPS? If you're boarding an early flight from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Puerto Princesa International Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairns and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Cairns. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Cairns. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Puerto Princesa International 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'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PPS to CNS in August. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a trip to Townsville will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Bowen is another essential stop in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without dropping by Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
