What percentage of Cairns to Osaka flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 19.5% of flights from Cairns to Osaka have historically been direct. For routes that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that a significant portion of journeys on this route will involve at least one connection. These figures are based on data observed over a 90-day period.

What's the flight time from Cairns to Osaka?

The typical direct flight time from Cairns to Osaka is approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 5812 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, historically average around 21 hours and 50 minutes. This significant difference in duration highlights the efficiency of direct routes. Travelers should factor in these varying flight times when planning their journey.

How often do Cairns to Osaka flight prices drop?

Flight prices for the Cairns to Osaka route have historically shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for more affordable fares. The pricing trends are based on observations over a 30-day period. Consistent monitoring of prices is advisable for those seeking to secure a better deal on this route.

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Cairns to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Osaka

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cairns to Osaka, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $470. Other cost-effective options include January, where the median fare is $482, and April, with a median fare of $581. Planning your trip during these months can significantly reduce your travel expenses.

Fares for flights from Cairns to Osaka typically range from $505–$1408, with a median price of $859. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a bargain may require some flexibility or waiting for prices to drop. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Cairns to Osaka, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 19.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect a journey with at least one layover.

A typical journey from Cairns to Osaka takes approximately 27h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making the total travel time considerably longer than a direct flight would be. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 5812 km.

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Osaka

Regular price: A$745 - A$1,742

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Osaka is AUD745-AUD1742. The current lowest deal is AUD622 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 31-Aug 25.

now A$622

Low A$745

High A$1,742

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Osaka

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Osaka is September, with a median price of $470. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1346. Generally, prices are lower from January to October.

September

Cheapest

Flights from A$470

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,346

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Direct flights from Cairns to Osaka

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Osaka

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Osaka

Cairns (CNS) - Osaka (KIX)

Jetstar

A$917

A$622

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Osaka

Cairns (CNS) - Osaka (KIX)

Jetstar

A$919

A$622

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Osaka

Cairns (CNS) - Osaka (KIX)

Jetstar

A$929

A$683

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Osaka

Cairns (CNS) - Osaka (KIX)

Jetstar

A$917

A$713

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Osaka

Cairns (CNS) - Osaka (KIX)

Jetstar

A$924

A$624

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

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CNS - Osaka

Cairns (CNS) - Osaka (KIX)

Jetstar

A$923

A$624

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cairns to Osaka

11 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 17

A$1,682 → A$1,126

33%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

A$1,707 → A$1,271

26%

2 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 8

A$1,699 → A$1,289

24%

16 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 22

A$1,698 → A$1,308

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Osaka

Cairns - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cairns to Osaka are below the typical level, with a median price of $859.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $470 for Cairns to Osaka.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights average 27h 5m

The median flight duration from Cairns to Osaka is 27 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 80.5% of recent Cairns to Osaka routes, with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar has offered direct flights from Cairns to Osaka in recent months.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cairns to Osaka are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Cairns main airports to depart from

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a good option for flights from Cairns to Osaka.

📍 ~5 km from Cairns (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$433

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Cairns to Osaka.

📍 ~40 km from Osaka city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$433

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe Airport is an excellent domestic alternative due to its extreme proximity to Osaka city center.

📍 ~30 km from Osaka (reachable by Port Liner or Bay Shuttle ferry)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,034

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cairns to Osaka is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $684. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise to $977, while planning 28-59 days out shows an average price of $1023. These trends are based on pricing data observed across a 90-day trailing window.

A good price for a flight from Cairns to Osaka is considered to be around $505 or less. Historically, this threshold represents the lowest 25% of fares observed for this route. The median price for this route has been $859, based on pricing data from the trailing 90 days. Fares can go significantly higher, with prices at the 75th percentile reaching approximately $1408.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cairns to Osaka are September, with a median price of $470, and January, with a median price of $482. April also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $581. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median price of $859 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider these months.

Cairns to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairns to Osaka

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Osaka

Regular price: A$745 - A$1,742

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Osaka is AUD745-AUD1742. The current lowest deal is AUD622 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 31-Aug 25.

now A$622

Low A$745

High A$1,742

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Osaka

September

Cheapest

Flights from A$470

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,346

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