Narita to Cairns (NRT–CNS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NRT–CNS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Jetstar leads the route. The flight covers 3,655 miles in approximately 7h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JQ Jetstar Also: AY, JL | 7 | 788 | 7h25 | – | – | AY, JL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
NRT: JST · CNS: AEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Narita, it's 7:00 PM in Cairns.
Japanese passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA, subclass 601) before traveling to Australia. The ETA is applied for through the Australian ETA app and costs AUD 20. It allows multiple entries over 12 months with stays of up to 3 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. Processing is usually instant.
The Narita Express (N'EX) runs from Tokyo Station to Narita Airport in 60 minutes, with stops at Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Yokohama (¥3,070 one-way from Tokyo; discounted round-trip tickets available). Keisei Skyliner from Ueno takes 41 minutes to Terminal 1 (¥2,570); the faster option from east-side Tokyo. Keisei Limited Express is slower (80 min) but cheaper at ¥1,290.Limousine buses depart from major Tokyo hotels and stations for ¥3,200 and take 75–105 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis are extremely expensive (¥20,000–30,000+); avoid unless cost is no concern. The airport is 60 km from central Tokyo.
NRT–CNS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NRT to CNS
Narita International Airport (NRT) and Cairns International Airport (CNS) are connected by nonstop service from Jetstar. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
NRT to CNS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NRT to CNS is about 7 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,655 miles (5,881 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kansai, Brisbane and Melbourne. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.