Traveling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Nadi Airport (NAN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Nadi is UTC+12, which is two hours ahead of Cairns.
Choose from three weekly Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport flights. The 12:25 departure with Fiji Airways is the earliest flight available. Fiji Airways operates the latest service of the day at 12:40.
To ensure you catch your CNS to NAN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Fiji Airways offers direct flights from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Nadi — and maybe even more of Fiji if time allows.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Fiji Airways on this route.
Fiji Airways ranks as the top on-time carrier for CNS to NAN flights, with 80.0% of services arriving on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CNS and NAN include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Brisbane Airport
Adelaide Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Nadi Airport (NAN)
At the moment, $183 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $400. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNS to NAN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CNS to NAN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Of the flights that depart from Cairns Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CNS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Nadi Airport (NAN)
Book a hotel near NAN if you're taking a late Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nadi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NCH Rentals, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji to explore Nadi and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Nadi Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Nadi Airport (NAN) to central Nadi
From Nadi Airport, Nadi is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Nadi Airport (NAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Nadi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Nadi is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Nadi Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to NAN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Fiji
You've seen Nadi, now it's time to discover other corners of Fiji. Travel about 113 kilometers east to Suva to tick off its leading attractions. From Albert Park to Ratu Sukuna Park and Thurston Gardens, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Lautoka is another essential stop in Fiji and is around 19 kilometers north of Nadi. No journey is complete without experiencing Botanical Gardens, Churchill Park and Iskcon, Krishna Kaliya Temple, Hare Krishna.