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

The cheapest way to get from Phuket to Cairns is to fly which costs $600 - $950 and takes 14h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phuket to Cairns is to fly which takes 14h 56m and costs $600 - $950.

How far is it from Phuket to Cairns?

The distance between Phuket and Cairns is 5954 km.

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

It takes approximately 14h 56m to get from Phuket to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Phuket and Cairns?

Cairns is 3h ahead of Phuket. It is currently 8:00 AM in Phuket and 11:00 AM in Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1045+ hotels available in Cairns.

Phuket to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via plane, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Phuket to Cairns by plane or ferry

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Fly from Phuket International Airport
best
1. Fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Cairns (CNS)plane HKT - CNS
14h 56m
$604–906
Ferry to Krabi Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Rassada Pier to Krabi Airportferry
2. Fly from Krabi Airport (KBV) to Cairns (CNS)plane KBV - CNS
16h 53m
$489–1,469

Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Cairns (CNS) flights

13Weekly Planes

15h 41mAverage Duration

$354Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,954.3 km
Duration: 14h 56m

What companies run services between Phuket, Thailand and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Singapore Airlines, and TransNusa fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Cairns (CNS) twice daily.

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