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Flights from Bangkok to Cairns

There are no direct flights from Bangkok to Cairns. The easiest way is one stop via Singapore or Denpasar (Bali), about 10h 32m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 10h 32m
BKKCNSSIN

Bangkok to Cairns at a glance

Fastest journey10h 32mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Singapore or Denpasar (Bali)

Best ways to fly from Bangkok to Cairns

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
BKK Singapore (SIN) CNS
Leg 1: Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways · Leg 2: Singapore Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~10h 32m
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BKK Denpasar (Bali) (DPS) CNS
Leg 1: Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air · Leg 2: Jetstar Airways
Self-transfer likely ~11h 31m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
6,029 km3,744 miles
Journey time
10h 32mestimate
Time difference
+3hCairns vs Bangkok
Currency in Cairns
AUD
Airports
BKK, DMK → CNS

Flights from Bangkok to Cairns: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Bangkok to Cairns?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Singapore and Denpasar (Bali). Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Cairns?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 10h 32m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 6,029 km.
Where do you change planes between Bangkok and Cairns?
The best connecting points are Singapore (SIN) and Denpasar (Bali) (DPS). Scoot flies both legs via Singapore, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Bangkok and Cairns?
Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Cairns: Cairns International Airport (CNS).
What is the time difference between Bangkok and Cairns?
Cairns is 3 hours ahead of Bangkok.

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