AKL to CNS: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Cairns International Airport (CNS) is 3,620 km (2,249 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 5h, heading northwest. The distance is the same in either direction (CNS to AKL).
How far is it from Auckland to Cairns?
The great-circle distance between Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Cairns International Airport (CNS) is 3,620 km (2,249 mi, 1,955 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from AKL to CNS?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 5h. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. CNS is roughly northwest of AKL.
Airlines flying AKL to CNS
3 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Auckland from Cairns?
Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Cairns International Airport (CNS) are 3,620 km (2,249 mi, 1,955 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from AKL to CNS?
A typical nonstop flight between AKL and CNS takes about 5h. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is CNS from AKL?
Cairns International Airport (CNS) lies roughly northwest of Auckland International Airport (AKL).
Which airlines fly AKL to CNS?
3 airlines appear on the AKL-CNS route in the open dataset, including Air New Zealand, US Airways, Virgin Australia.
Related routes
Other routes from Auckland (AKL):
Other routes from Cairns (CNS):
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