$190 Cheap Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID)

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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Horn Island (CNS-HID)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $190 for one-way flights and $318 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$318 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$318
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $318 found 6 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 29
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$320 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $320 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 25
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$323 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $323 found 10 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$377 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$377
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $377 found 6 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 29
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$386 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $386 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 25
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$390 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$390
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $390 found 10 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 8
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$397 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$397
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $397 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, Dec 20 - Fri, Dec 26
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$418 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$418
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, Dec 20 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Dec 26, priced at $418 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 29
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$420 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$420
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $420 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$443 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$443
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $443 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 8
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$463 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $463 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 8
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$464 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$464
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $464 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 25
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$470 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$470
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $470 found 10 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 8
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$502 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$502
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $502 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 29
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$504 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$504
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $504 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
CNS
Cairns
HID
Horn Island
$516 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$516
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Cairns to Horn Island, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $516 found 1 day ago
Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID)
Origin airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport
Horn Island
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways
Roundtrip price
$318
Distance
492 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 50 mins

Cairns to Horn Island Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Cairns to Horn Island

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Cairns to Horn Island are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cairns to Horn Island with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Cairns to Horn Island

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cairns to Horn Island: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Cairns to Horn Island

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Cairns to Horn Island in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $190 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Cairns to Horn Island flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Cairns to Horn Island airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID) cost?
You can land affordable return tickets from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID) starting at $318. Snag a seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Qantas Airways flight leaving CNS on August 17 2025 and touching down at HID. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CNS to HID?
The cheapest flights from CNS to HID are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID)?
When setting off from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), you can hop on a nonstop flight to Horn Island Airport (HID) with Qantas.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CNS to HID?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from CNS to HID. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID)?
Each day, an average of 2 direct flights take off from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID). Select the departure time that best suits your plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID)?
Flights between CNS and HID are busiest at 8 AM. For a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper fares, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from CNS to HID?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID).
What is the earliest flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:40AM UTC+10, heading out of Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS). You'll be flying for about 1h 50m, arriving at Horn Island Airport (HID) at approximately 10:30AM UTC+10.
How long does it take to fly from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 50 minutes to cover the 490 mi from CNS to HID.
What airline has the least delays from CNS to HID?
With 87% of journeys generally arriving on time, Skytrans has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID). To monitor your flight status and get notified if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID)?
To touch down at Horn Island Airport (HID) on time, choose a flight that takes off from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Horn Island from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
You can land at Horn Island Airport (HID) or Northern Peninsula Airport (ABM) when you travel to Horn Island on a direct flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from CNS to HID are usually more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may find a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a CNS to HID flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a CNS to HID flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Horn Island Airport (HID)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your CNS to HID flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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