What is the cheapest way to get from Cook Islands to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Cook Islands to Cairns is to fly which costs $440 - $1,800 and takes 14h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cook Islands to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Cook Islands to Cairns is to fly which takes 14h 34m and costs $440 - $1,800.

How far is it from Cook Islands to Cairns?

The distance between Cook Islands and Cairns is 5725 km.

How long does it take to get from Cook Islands to Cairns?

It takes approximately 14h 34m to get from Cook Islands to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cook Islands and Cairns?

Cairns is 20h ahead of Cook Islands. It is currently 4:53 AM in Cook Islands and 12:53 AM in Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 980+ hotels available in Cairns.

Cook Islands to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via plane, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Cook Islands to Cairns by plane or car

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 Cairns
best
1. Fly from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) to Cairns (CNS)plane RAR - CNS
14h 34m
$444–1,717
Fly to Townsville Airport, drive
1. Fly from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) to Townsville Airport (TSV)plane RAR - TSV
2. Drive from Townsville-Airport-TSV to Cairnscar
15h 51m
$514–1,912

Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) to Cairns (CNS) flights

8Weekly Planes

15h 31mAverage Duration

$434Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cook Islands to Cairns.

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Distance: 5,725 km
Duration: 14h 34m

What companies run services between Cook Islands and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) to Cairns (CNS) once daily.

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