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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Edmonton is to train and fly which costs $900 - $4,200 and takes 31h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Edmonton is to fly which takes 23h 38m and costs $1,200 - $3,200.

How far is it from Cairns to Edmonton?

The distance between Cairns and Edmonton is 12251 km.

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

It takes approximately 23h 38m to get from Cairns to Edmonton, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Edmonton?

Edmonton is 16h behind Cairns. It is currently 12:25 AM in Cairns and 8:25 AM in Edmonton.

Where can I stay near Edmonton?

There are 795+ hotels available in Edmonton.

Cairns to Edmonton - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairns to Edmonton by plane, bus, or train

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Fly Cairns to Edmonton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)plane CNS - YEG
23h 38m
$1,201–3,165
Train to Townsville Airport, fly to Edmonton International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cairns Central Station to Townsvilletrain
2. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)plane TSV - YEG
31h 17m
$905–4,170
Fly Cairns to Calgary International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane CNS - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary International Airport Domestic Terminal to Edmontonbus
26h 6m
$969–3,155

Cairns (CNS) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) flights

9Weekly Planes

21h 46mAverage Duration

$1,133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12,251.3 km
Duration: 23h 38m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Edmonton, AB, Canada?

Jetstar, Japan Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Cairns (CNS) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) once daily.

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