Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, making Cairns nine hours ahead of Barcelona.
Give yourself enough time to make your BCN to CNS flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairns Airport flight is ج.م. 24,964. A round-trip fare right now is ج.م. 65,967. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BCN to CNS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairns Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
When it comes to Barcelona-El Prat Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.12% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairns Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CNS instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and find adventure across Cairns and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cairns Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to central Cairns has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cairns based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cairns is January, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cairns Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to CNS in August. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Cairns, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Townsville to tick off its leading attractions. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns, Bowen is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay.
