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Cheap flights Kuala Lumpur — Cairns

from $194 5 328 km ~6h 46m 4 flights found 2 airlines cheapest on Wednesday
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Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
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under 2
0
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Cheapest: $194 on 02.12.2026
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Cheapest flights found
02 Dec 2026, Wed
AirAsia AK 376
06:35
KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport
14:30
CNS Cairns Airport
7h 55m 1 stop
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29 Dec 2026, Tue
Batik Air Malaysia OD 171
12:15
KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport
20:00
CNS Cairns Airport
7h 45m 1 stop
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30 Dec 2026, Wed
Batik Air Malaysia OD 157
12:55
KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport
20:40
CNS Cairns Airport
7h 45m 1 stop
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31 Dec 2026, Thu
AirAsia AK 351
06:30
KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport
17:05
CNS Cairns Airport
10h 35m 2 stops
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Route characteristics
Distance
5 328 km
Flight time
6h 46m
Time difference
+2h
Minimum price
from $194 (02.12.2026)
Average price
$316
Maximum price
$404
Cheapest day
Wednesday
Departure airports (1)
KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Arrival airports (1)
CNS Cairns Airport
Airlines (2)
AK AirAsia OD Batik Air Malaysia
Agencies (3)
Kiwi.com Clickavia Aviakassa
Prices by day of week
Airlines — cheapest prices 2
AirAsia
AirAsia
Low-cost 2 flights · 2 days
$194
Batik Air Malaysia
Batik Air Malaysia
2 flights · 2 days
$332
Where to buy tickets 3
Kiwi.com
1 tickets · 1 days
from $194
Clickavia
2 tickets · 2 days
from $332
Aviakassa
1 tickets · 1 days
from $404
Airports

From — Kuala Lumpur (1)

  • KUL Kuala Lumpur International Airport

To — Cairns (1)

  • CNS Cairns Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Kuala Lumpur — Cairns
How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cairns?
Approximate flight time — 6h 46m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Kuala Lumpur to Cairns?
The straight-line distance — 5 328 km.
How much do flights from Kuala Lumpur to Cairns cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $194 on 02.12.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $316. Range: $194 — $404.
What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and Cairns?
The difference — +2h.
From which airports does Kuala Lumpur operate flights?
From Kuala Lumpur: KUL (Kuala Lumpur International Airport).
To which airports in Cairns do flights arrive?
To Cairns: CNS (Cairns Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 2 airlines: AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Wednesday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Kuala Lumpur — Cairns

Flights Kuala Lumpur — Cairns is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 5 328 km. Flight time 6h 46m. Time difference +2h.

From Kuala Lumpur (KUL) flights depart from 1 airport: KUL. To Cairns (CNS) — 1 arrival airport: CNS.

2 airlines operate on this route: AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $194 (02.12.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $316, ranging from $194 to $404. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Wednesday.

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