What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to French Polynesia?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to French Polynesia is to fly and car ferry which costs $420 - $1,400 and takes 27h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to French Polynesia?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to French Polynesia is to fly which takes 16h 35m and costs $490 - $1,800.

How far is it from Cairns to French Polynesia?

The distance between Cairns and French Polynesia is 6842 km.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to French Polynesia?

It takes approximately 16h 35m to get from Cairns to French Polynesia, including transfers.

Where can I stay near French Polynesia?

There are 696+ hotels available in French Polynesia.

Cairns to French Polynesia - 2 ways to travel via plane, and car ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Cairns to French Polynesia by plane or car ferry

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Fly to Fa'A'Ā International Airport
best
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT)CNS - PPT
16h 35m
$490–1,800
Fly to Moorea-Temae Airport, car ferry
cheapest
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Moorea-Temae Airport (MOZ)CNS - MOZ
2. Take the car ferry from Moorea to Papeete Ferry Terminal
27h 37m
$426–1,331

Cairns (CNS) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) flights

4Weekly Planes

18h 52mAverage Duration

$493Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairns to French Polynesia.

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Distance: 6,842 km
Duration: 16h 35m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and French Polynesia?

Jetstar, Air Tahiti Nui, and three other airlines fly from Cairns (CNS) to Fa'A'Ā International Airport (PPT) 4 times a week.

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