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

The cheapest way to get from Rabaul to Cairns is to taxi and fly which costs $440 - $1,400 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rabaul to Cairns is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 58m and costs $440 - $1,400.

How far is it from Rabaul to Cairns?

The distance between Rabaul and Cairns is 1617 km.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Rabaul to Cairns, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1046+ hotels available in Cairns.

Rabaul to Cairns - one way to travel via taxi, and plane

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There is 1 way to get from Rabaul to Cairns by taxi or plane

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1. Take the taxi from Rabaul to Rabaul (RAB)taxi
2. Fly from Rabaul (RAB) to Cairns (CNS)plane RAB - CNS
4h 58m
$444–1,311

Rabaul (RAB) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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3h 55mAverage Duration

$354Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,617 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Rabaul, Papua New Guinea and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Rabaul to Cairns. However, you can take the taxi to Rabaul (RAB) airport, fly to Cairns (CNS), walk to Cairns Airport, then take the line 100 bus to Cairns Hospital.

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