CairnstoHorn IslandFlight Time
CNS–HID · Nonstop
Cairns (Cairns Airport) to Horn Island (Horn Island Airport).
The estimated flight time from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID) is about 1h 36m, covering 493 miles. Qantas flies the route nonstop with 2-3/day departures.
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| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 36m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 493 mi | Nonstop | 2-3/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Cairns to Horn Island
Qantas operates 2-3/day flights from CNS to HID.
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qantas | 2-3/day | Bombardier Q400 | — |
Aircraft on this route
Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for CNS, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 15 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Cairns to Horn Island?
The estimated flight time from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID) is about 1h 36m, based on the 493-mile flying distance.
How far is Cairns from Horn Island?
Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID) is about 493 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Cairns to Horn Island?
Yes. Qantas flies nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID), with 2-3/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Cairns to Horn Island?
Qantas flies nonstop from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID).
What aircraft fly from Cairns to Horn Island?
The CNS–HID route is flown with Bombardier Q400.