CNS
ICAO: YBCS
Large Airport
OC
Cairns International Airport
📍 Cairns, AU
· AU-QLD
CNS
IATA Code
YBCS
ICAO Code
10
Elevation (ft)
1
Runways
$134
Cheapest Flight
OC
Continent
About Cairns International Airport
Cairns International Airport (CNS) is an international airport serving Cairns, AU. Located at 10 ft elevation. The airport has 1 runway. Longest runway: 10,489 ft. Compare flights from CNS on JustCheckin.in — we search 50+ booking sites to find you the best fares. We currently track 41 flight routes from CNS. There are 276 hotels near Cairns International Airport.
📖 Wikipedia → 🌐 Official Website →Runway Information
| Designator | Length (ft) | Width (ft) | Surface | Lighted | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 3,035 | 60 | ASP | No | Closed |
| 15/33 | 10,489 | 148 | ASP | Yes | Open |
✈️ Flights from Cairns International Airport
🏨 Hotels near Cairns International Airport
🏛️ Terminals
International Terminal
🚌 Getting to the City
| Type | Service / Stop | Journey | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus |
Aeroglen Drive at Palmerston Street
Sunbus |
— | — |
| Bus |
Kamerunga Road at Stratford Parade
Sunbus |
— | — |
| Bus |
Stratford Parade near Aeroglen Drive
Sunbus Cairns |
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| Bus |
Aeroglen Drive near Stratford Parade
Sunbus Cairns |
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| Bus |
Aeroglen Drive at Whitfield Street
Sunbus |
— | — |
| Bus |
Airport Connect Terminal 2 Drop Off
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— | — |
Journey time and cost data will be updated soon.
✈️ Travel Tips for Cairns International Airport
- Arrive early — allow at least 2-3 hours for international flights, 1-2 hours for domestic.
- Terminal navigation — large airports can be confusing. Check your terminal before heading to the airport.
- Lounge access — consider a Priority Pass for comfortable waiting with complimentary food and drinks.
- Compare prices — use JustCheckin to compare flight prices from top booking sites before booking.
- Getting around — check transport options between Cairns International Airport and Cairns city center.
- Book hotels nearby — for early morning flights or long layovers, find hotels near Cairns.
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