Flights operate between Horn Island (HID) and Cairns City (CNS).
1 airline operates this route with 2-3 flights daily flights.
Average flight time is 1h 45m - 1h 50m.
Route distance is 496 miles (798 km).
Route Distance
496 miles (798 km)
Average Duration
1h 45m - 1h 50m
Airlines Operating This Route
Qantas
Flight Frequency
Daily Flights
2-3 flights
Weekly Flights
18
Typical Departure Time Ranges
Earliest Departure
10:55
Latest Departure
17:20
Route Intelligence Dashboard
Overall Connectivity Score
70
GoodRoute Diversity
1
Direct Routes
Qantas serves 1 destination from HID
Weekly Frequency
21
Weekly Flights
Trend: Stable
Top 1 Most Frequent Routes - Details
| Route | Weekly Flights | Duration | Distance | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HID → Cairns City (CNS) (CNS) | 21/week | 1h 45m - 1h 50m | 496 km | Moderate |
Flight Schedule & Filters
Qantas flights from Horn (HID) to Cairns City (CNS)
Qantas operates scheduled nonstop flights between Horn (HID) and Cairns City (CNS). Qantas operates 2-3 flights daily flights on this route.• Flight Duration: 1h 45m - 1h 50m (average flight time)• Distance: 496 miles (798 km) (air miles between airports)• Daily Flights: 2-3 flights (scheduled departures per day)
Horn (HID)
AU
Cairns City (CNS)
AU
FLIGHT TIME
1h 45m - 1h 50m
FLIGHT DISTANCE
496 miles (798 km)
1h 45m - 1h 45m
10:55
17:20
496 miles (798 km)
March
1 (Show)
18
Qantas Terminal Information & Contact
Departure Terminal - Horn (HID)
Terminal: 2
Phone: 22 6111 1818
Location: 2, Horn Island, AU
Arrival Terminal - Cairns City (CNS)
Terminal: 2
Phone: 22 6111 1818
Location: 2, Cairns, AU
Qantas Flight Schedule from Horn (HID) to Cairns City (CNS)
| Flight | Airline | Departure | Arrival | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
QF2489 |  Qantas | 10:55 | 12:40:00 | De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q |
QF2497 | Qantas | 15:35 | 17:20:00 | De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q |
QF2491 | Qantas | 17:20 | 19:05:00 | De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q |
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Qantas Terminal Information
Departure Terminal at Horn (HID):
• Terminal : Qantas operates from this terminal
Terminal 2:
• Qantas Terminal Phone: 22 6111 1818
Arrival Terminal at Cairns City (CNS):
• Terminal : Qantas operates from this terminal
Terminal 2:
• Qantas Terminal Phone: 22 6111 1818
Weather & Climate at Cairns City (CNS)
24.7°C
Avg Temperature202mm
Avg Rainfall12.2km/h
Avg Wind Speed77%
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Best Time to Book Flights to Cairns City (CNS)
Best Booking Window
Book 2-3 months in advance for best prices
Booking Tip
Avoid booking during extreme weather months for better deals
Peak Travel Months
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Price Trend Analysis
Prices are typically lower during shoulder seasons
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Best travel months: 2025-04, 2025-05, 2025-06, 2025-07, 2025-08, 2025-09, 2025-10, 2025-11
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Qantas Contact Information and Customer Services
Qantas Address
10 Bourke Road Mascot NSW
Sydney 2020, Australia
Customer Service Phone
+61 2 82227700Official Website
qantas.com/Frequently Asked Questions
How many Qantas flights operate from Horn Island (HID) to Cairns (CNS)?
Qantas operates 3 flights from Horn Island (HID) to Cairns (CNS).
What city does Cairns (CNS) airport serve?
Cairns (CNS) airport serves Cairns City, AU.
How long is the Qantas flight from Horn Island (HID) to Cairns (CNS)?
The flight duration is approximately 1h 45m - 1h 50m.
What is the distance from Horn Island (HID) to Cairns (CNS)?
The distance is 496 miles (798 km).
What aircraft does Qantas use on this route?
Qantas uses De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q on this route.
What are the earliest and latest Qantas flight departure times?
The earliest Qantas flight departs at 10:55 and the latest departs at 17:20.
Which terminal does Qantas use at Horn Island (HID)?
Qantas flights from Horn Island (HID) depart from Terminal 2. Terminal 2 phone: 22 6111 1818.
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Popular Qantas routes from Horn Island include multiple destinations.
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