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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Cairns is to train and fly which costs $420 - $1,200 and takes 11h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Cairns is to train and fly which takes 11h 33m and costs $420 - $1,200.

How far is it from Tokyo to Cairns?

The distance between Tokyo and Cairns is 5962 km.

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

It takes approximately 11h 33m to get from Tokyo to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Cairns?

Cairns is 1h ahead of Tokyo. It is currently 4:33 AM in Tokyo and 5:33 AM in Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 992+ hotels available in Cairns.

Tokyo to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Tokyo to Cairns by train or plane

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

Train to Narita International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Cairns (CNS)NRT - CNS
11h 33m
$427–1,154
Fly from Tokyo International Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Cairns (CNS)HND - CNS
14h 29m
$656–1,108

Narita International Airport (NRT) to Cairns (CNS) flights

25Weekly Planes

11h 55mAverage Duration

$399Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,961.6 km
Duration: 11h 33m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

All Nippon Airways, Virgin Australia, and four other airlines fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Cairns (CNS) 5 times a day.

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