What is the cheapest way to get from Gunbalanya to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Gunbalanya to Cairns is to drive which costs $460 - $700 and takes 36h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gunbalanya to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Gunbalanya to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 7h 25m and costs $410 - $900.

How far is it from Gunbalanya to Cairns?

The distance between Gunbalanya and Cairns is 1980 km. The road distance is 2391.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Gunbalanya to Cairns?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Gunbalanya to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Gunbalanya and Cairns?

Cairns is 30 min ahead of Gunbalanya. It is currently 4:02 PM in Gunbalanya and 4:32 PM in Cairns.

Can I drive from Gunbalanya to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Gunbalanya to Cairns is 2392 km. It takes approximately 36h 56m to drive from Gunbalanya to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 992+ hotels available in Cairns.

Gunbalanya to Cairns - 3 ways to travel via car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Gunbalanya to Cairns by car or plane

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Drive to Darwin International Airport, fly
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1. Drive from Gunbalanya to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
2. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns (CNS)DRW - CNS
7h 25m
$418–884
Drive 2,391.5 km
1. Drive from Gunbalanya to Cairns2,391.5 km
36h 56m
$465–671
Drive to Maningrida Airport, fly
1. Drive from Gunbalanya to Maningrida Airport (MNG)
2. Fly from Maningrida Airport (MNG) to Cairns (CNS)MNG - CNS
19h 10m
$511–1,459

Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) flights

16Weekly Planes

3h 33mAverage Duration

$384Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,980.4 km
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Gunbalanya, NT, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Gunbalanya to Cairns. However, you can drive to Darwin International Airport (DRW) airport, fly to Cairns (CNS), walk to Cairns Airport, then take the shuttle to Cairns Base Hospital. Alternatively, you can drive from Gunbalanya to Cairns in around 36h 56m.

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