Flights operate between Cairns (CNS) and Horn (HID).
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
08:40
Latest Departure
15:05
Route Intelligence Dashboard
Overall Connectivity Score
70
GoodRoute Diversity
1
Direct Routes
Qantas serves 1 destination from CNS
Weekly Frequency
21
Weekly Flights
Trend: Stable
Top 1 Most Frequent Routes - Details
| Route | Weekly Flights | Duration | Distance | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNS → Horn (HID) (HID) | 21/week | 1h 45m - 1h 50m | 496 km | Moderate |
Flight Schedule & Filters
Qantas flights from Cairns City (CNS) to Horn (HID)
Qantas operates scheduled nonstop flights between Cairns City (CNS) and Horn (HID). 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)
Cairns City (CNS)
AU
Horn (HID)
AU
FLIGHT TIME
1h 45m - 1h 50m
FLIGHT DISTANCE
496 miles (798 km)
1h 45m - 1h 45m
08:40
15:05
496 miles (798 km)
October
1 (Show)
18
Qantas Terminal Information & Contact
Departure Terminal - Cairns City (CNS)
Terminal: 2
Phone: 22 6111 1818
Location: 2, Cairns, AU
Arrival Terminal - Horn (HID)
Terminal: 2
Phone: 22 6111 1818
Location: 2, Horn Island, AU
Qantas Flight Schedule from Cairns City (CNS) to Horn (HID)
| Flight | Airline | Departure | Arrival | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
QF2488 |  Qantas | 08:40 | 10:25:00 | De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q |
QF2496 | Qantas | 13:20 | 15:05:00 | De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q |
QF2490 | Qantas | 15:05 | 16:50:00 | De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q |
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Qantas Terminal Information
Departure Terminal at Cairns City (CNS):
• Terminal : Qantas operates from this terminal
Terminal 2:
• Qantas Terminal Phone: 22 6111 1818
Arrival Terminal at Horn (HID):
• Terminal : Qantas operates from this terminal
Terminal 2:
• Qantas Terminal Phone: 22 6111 1818
Best Time to Book Flights to Horn (HID)
Best Booking Window
Book 2-3 months in advance for best prices
Booking Tip
Avoid booking during extreme weather months for better deals
Flight Price Trends for Horn (HID)
Price Trend Analysis
Prices are typically lower during shoulder seasons
Best Months to Fly Qantas to Horn (HID)
Seasonal Insight
Best travel months: Year-round
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 Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID)?
Qantas operates 3 flights from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID).
What city does Horn Island (HID) airport serve?
Horn Island (HID) airport serves Horn, AU.
How long is the Qantas flight from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID)?
The flight duration is approximately 1h 45m - 1h 50m.
What is the distance from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID)?
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 08:40 and the latest departs at 15:05.
Which terminal does Qantas use at Cairns (CNS)?
Qantas flights from Cairns (CNS) depart from Terminal 2. Terminal 2 phone: 22 6111 1818.
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Popular Qantas routes from Cairns include multiple destinations.
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