Flying from Northern Peninsula Airport (ABM) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport.
Bamaga and Cairns are in the UTC+10 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from ABM to CNS start at 09:40 — the first with Skytrans Airlines. The latest departure is at 14:35 with Skytrans Airlines. In total, there are 12 weekly Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ABM to CNS flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Skytrans Airlines has direct flights from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Cairns — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
Skytrans Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport. Horn Island Airport is a popular stopover on the ABM to CNS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Northern Peninsula Airport (ABM) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport flight is $551. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,505. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from ABM to CNS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ABM to CNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Northern Peninsula Airport (ABM)
Central Bamaga to Northern Peninsula Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your flight from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick drive from ABM, stay at Cape York Peninsula Lodge and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and explore beyond Cairns's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Cairns Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
From Cairns Airport, Cairns is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cairns. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Northern Peninsula Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to go to Cairns during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 16ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ABM to CNS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Cairns has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres south of Cairns, a visit to Townsville will keep you busy. Start with attractions like The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.
Bowen is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. No trip is complete without seeing Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
