Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Newcastle Airport (NTL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Flights from CNS to NTL start at 08:10 — the earliest with Jetstar. The last service of the day is at 08:10 with Jetstar. Overall, there are three weekly Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CNS to NTL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetstar is your ticket to exploring Newcastle (and perhaps some other great parts of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport offered by this airline.
Jetstar has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CNS and NTL:
Brisbane Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Adelaide Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)
$70 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport flight. Return flights start from $178. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CNS to NTL.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CNS to NTL.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of the departures from Cairns Airport, 71.55% touch down on time at their destination.
Cairns Airport is about 4 miles from central Cairns. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CNS? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Newcastle Airport (NTL)
After your Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport flight has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Sleepy Hill Motor Inn is a good option within easy reach of NTL.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Newcastle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Sixt and explore beyond Newcastle's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Newcastle Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to central Newcastle
Newcastle Airport to the center of Newcastle has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Newcastle Airport (NTL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Newcastle. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Newcastle is January, with the temperature ranging between 66ºF and 84ºF. Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Newcastle Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 48ºF and 64ºF. Search for cheap tickets from CNS to NTL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Australia
Newcastle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 75 miles south-west of Newcastle, a trip to Sydney will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Australia, head for Canberra, about 220 miles south-west of Newcastle. Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House are highlights.
