What is the cheapest way to get from Aurukun to Cooktown?

The cheapest way to get from Aurukun to Cooktown is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 12h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aurukun to Cooktown?

The fastest way to get from Aurukun to Cooktown is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $290 - $1,200.

How far is it from Aurukun to Cooktown?

The distance between Aurukun and Cooktown is 452 km. The road distance is 659.9 km.

How long does it take to get from Aurukun to Cooktown?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Aurukun to Cooktown, including transfers.

Can I drive from Aurukun to Cooktown?

Yes, the driving distance between Aurukun to Cooktown is 660 km. It takes approximately 12h 6m to drive from Aurukun to Cooktown.

Where can I stay near Cooktown?

There are 27+ hotels available in Cooktown.

Aurukun to Cooktown - 3 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Aurukun to Cooktown by plane, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Cooktown Airport
best
1. Fly from Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Cooktown Airport (CTN)AUU - CTN
5h 23m
$299–1,203
Drive 659.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aurukun to Cooktown659.9 km
12h 6m
$129–187
Fly to Cairns, bus
1. Fly from Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Cairns (CNS)AUU - CNS
2. Take the bus from Cairns to Cooktown
8h 40m
$402–867

Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) flights

3Weekly Planes

5h 10mAverage Duration

$249Cheapest Price

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Distance: 451.9 km
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Aurukun, QLD, Australia and Cooktown, QLD, Australia?

FlexFlight ApS and Hinterland Aviation fly from Aurukun Airport (AUU) to Cooktown Airport (CTN) 3 times a week.

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