Karumba to Cairns Flights

The gateway to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, Cairns is a city in the tropical part of North Queensland. The town traces the history of indigenous Aborigines, and the esplanade is teeming with activity as restaurants, eateries, bars dot it and a swimming lagoon with its blend of nature and modern offerings, Cairns is undoubtedly a great tourist spot.

Northwest of the city, is the Daintree National Park that is host to the dense rainforest, gorges, deep ravines and sun-kissed beaches. Cairns is a city where rainforests meet modern architecture. The entry point to North Queensland, the town has a laid back ambience which is best enjoyed outdoors.

Tip: April to September is the ideal time to visit to get the perfect balance of affordable accommodation, dry weather and lean crowds.

Getting to Cairns

There is a direct connection from Karumba Airport (KRB) to Cairns (CNS). Rex Airlines have no direct flights to Cairns (CNS) from Karumba Airport (KRB). A one-stop direct flight which takes just 2 hours and 30 minutes, is the best way to travel. To find out cheap flights to Cairns from Karumba, be on the lookout for deals from Rex Airways.

Tip: You could also drive down from Karumba to Cairns, a 10-hour drive along the National Route 1. 

Take in the sights of the city

A trip to Cairns is incomplete without a visit to the Great Barrier Reef, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The most extensive coral reef system in the world is made up of 3,000 coral reefs, 600 continental islands and 300 coral cays. You could book yourself on to a cruise with tour operators who will take you snorkelling and diving through the vivid coral gardens and colourful animal life.

Go island hopping to the reef’s unspoiled islands by just hiring a ferry. Take a ride to the picturesque Fitzroy Island and go rainforest walking, snorkel and go kayaking by the Great Barrier Reef. A day tour to the Green Island will fill up your senses as you experience the ethereal beauty of the coral cay that is surrounded by pristine white beaches and sapphire water. Hinchinbrook Island is Australia’s largest national park island and the best place to discover a landscape on mangrove forests, secluded beaches and bays. 

Explore the World Heritage sites of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.  The Daintree Forest is just a two-hour drive from Cairns, and you can trek alongside the tropical rainforest to see the most diverse range of flora and fauna.

Tip:  Passions of Paradise and Quicksilver Cruises are some companies that operate a variety of cruises to explore the Great Barrier Reef.

The best areas for accommodation

Cairns has a range of options when it comes to accommodation for tourists. Hotels, resorts, caravans, cabins and luxury hotels offer options that will suit every pocket. Riley Hotel is centrally located in Cairns and overlooks the iconic waterfront with stylish rooms and facilities.

Tip: If you are looking for cheaper options, then you could book yourself into AirBnB or a more affordable hotel.

Karumba to Cairns flights are serviced by just one airline, so make sure you look for the best deals offered.  Try to combine your Karumba-Cairns flight booking with attractive discount hotel reservations for great deals if you are looking to travel on a budget.

To experience the exquisite beauty and heritage of the city, visit Cairns with bookings from Trip.com.