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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ayers Rock Airport to Cairns

Composite routes from Ayers Rock Airport to Cairns

Cheapest
28 h 36 min
Car
2780 km.
from $152
Other
8 h 37 min
Bus, Plane
1785 km.
from $343.32
11 h 36 min
Bus, Plane
1785 km.
from $498.86

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ayers Rock Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
9h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$706.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ayers Rock Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$369.57–$1,195.65
Plane from Ayers Rock Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$445.65–$1,847.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ayers Rock Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$597.83

Hinterland Aviation

Website:
hinterlandaviation.com.au/
Plane from Ayers Rock Airport to Cooktown
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17

Bus operators

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Cooktown to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.48–$65.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns is to fly and drive which costs $250 - $652.17 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $250 - $706.52 .

How far is it from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns?

The distance between Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) and Cairns is 1795 km. The road distance is 2780.8 km.

How long does it take to get from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) and Cairns?

Cairns is 30 min ahead of Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ). It is currently 00:15 in Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) and 00:45 in Cairns.

Can I drive from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns is 2781 km. It takes approximately 28h 35m to drive from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $72.26 per night.
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