What is the cheapest way to get from Balikpapan to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Balikpapan to Cairns is to fly which costs $290 - $1,200 and takes 11h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balikpapan to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Balikpapan to Cairns is to fly which takes 11h 37m and costs $290 - $1,200.

How far is it from Balikpapan to Cairns?

The distance between Balikpapan and Cairns is 3619 km.

How long does it take to get from Balikpapan to Cairns?

It takes approximately 11h 37m to get from Balikpapan to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Balikpapan and Cairns?

Cairns is 2h ahead of Balikpapan. It is currently 3:20 AM in Balikpapan and 5:20 AM in Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1046+ hotels available in Cairns.

Balikpapan to Cairns - one way to travel via plane

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1. Fly from Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) to Cairns (CNS)plane BPN - CNS
11h 37m
$298–1,109

Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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14h 31mAverage Duration

$290Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,619.2 km
Duration: 11h 37m

What companies run services between Balikpapan, Indonesia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Lion Mentari Airlines, Jetstar, and two other airlines fly from Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) to Cairns (CNS) twice daily.

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