Traveling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Weipa Airport (WEI): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Every week, there are 36 Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, jump on the 06:35 Alliance Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 16:35 with Qantas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your CNS to WEI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Qantas has direct flights from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Weipa — and maybe even more of Australia if you have time.
Most travelers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.
With a dependable 91.06% of services arriving on schedule, Qantas is the most punctual carrier operating CNS to WEI flights.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Brisbane Airport is a sought-after stop between CNS and WEI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Weipa Airport (WEI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport flight is $127. A round-trip fare right now is $255. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from CNS to WEI by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CNS to WEI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of the departures from Cairns Airport, 71.55% land on schedule at their destination.
Cairns Airport is about 4 miles from central Cairns. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CNS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Weipa Airport (WEI)
Step off your Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a handy option that's not too far from WEI, make your way to Heritage Resort.
Pick up a Weipa Airport rental car from top outlets like Hertz or Thrifty. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Weipa and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Increase the odds of securing a great price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Weipa Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Weipa Airport (WEI) to central Weipa
From Weipa Airport, Weipa is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Weipa Airport (WEI)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Weipa. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Cairns Airport to Weipa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Weipa, with temperatures ranging from 72ºF to 95ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from CNS to WEI in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 66ºF and 88ºF on average.
Explore more of Australia
Weipa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 300 miles south-east of Weipa, a visit to Cooktown will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Grassy Hill Lookout, Grassy Hill and Finch Bay.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, consider Bamaga, about 130 miles north of Weipa. Cape York Peninsula, Explore Cape York and Seisia Holiday Park are key highlights.
