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

The cheapest way to get from Suva to Cairns is to bus and fly which costs $390 - $1,300 and takes 12h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Suva to Cairns is to fly which takes 8h 50m and costs $430 - $950.

How far is it from Suva to Cairns?

The distance between Suva and Cairns is 3504 km.

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Suva to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Suva and Cairns?

Cairns is 2h behind Suva. It is currently 11:00 AM in Suva and 9:00 AM in Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 999+ hotels available in Cairns.

Suva to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Suva to Cairns by plane or bus

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Fly from Nausori International Airport
best
1. Fly from Nausori International Airport (SUV) to Cairns (CNS)plane SUV - CNS
8h 50m
$431–924
Bus to Nadi International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Suva to Nadi Airportbus
2. Fly from Nadi International Airport (NAN) to Cairns (CNS)plane NAN - CNS
12h 10m
$390–1,215

Nausori International Airport (SUV) to Cairns (CNS) flights

6Weekly Planes

7h 25mAverage Duration

$412Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,504.4 km
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Suva, Fiji and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Fiji Airways flies from Nausori International Airport (SUV) to Cairns (CNS) 6 times a week.

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