CNS Airport Transportation Options
Overview
Cairns Airport offers a variety of transportation options to suit your travel needs. From taxis to ride-shares, and public buses to private shuttles, you can easily reach your destination from the airport.
Taxis & Limousines
Black & White taxis are available directly outside both Terminals 1 and 2. You can find taxi ranks conveniently located for easy access to the city and surrounding areas.
Private Shuttles & Buses
- Sun Palm Transport's 'Airport Connect': This bus service links you to the Sun Bus public transport network on Sheridan Street. Visit the Sun Palm Transport desk in the Arrivals area of either terminal. The bus stops at the Tobruk Pool Bus Stop on Sheridan Street.
- Australia Coach/Sun Palm Express: Offers shuttle services to hotels, the city center, northern beaches, Palm Cove, Port Douglas, Cape Tribulation, and Mission Beach. Pickup is right in front of Arrivals at both terminals. For more information, call +61 7 4099 1191.
Ride-Share Services
Uber and UberX are available at CNS. Pickup zones are located outside both terminals. At Terminal 1, head to the eastern end near the bus pickup area. At Terminal 2, go to the northern end of the public pickup area.
Rental Cars
Rental car facilities are conveniently located at Cairns Airport. Major providers are present, offering a range of vehicles to suit your needs. Check the airport's official website for contact details and more information.
Public Transportation
The Sun Bus network is accessible via the Airport Connect bus service, which stops on Sheridan Street. This network provides extensive coverage across the region, making it a cost-effective option for travelers.
Additional Facilities
Information desks with direct-dial telephones are available at both terminals to assist with transportation queries. The airport also provides services for travelers with mobility needs, including wheelchair assistance and moving walkways.
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Tips, Help & Resources
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- Want to know the best way to get to your destination when leaving the airport? There are taxi services curbside, or you can use airport shuttle busses & vans, or you can even pick up a rental car from CNS outside baggage claim areas, perhaps as a one-way rental and drop it off in town.
- Cairns airport is equipped to handle special-needs persons, and also small medical emergencies that may arise.
- To find which baggage carousel your flight is assigned to, look up your flights' arrival status into CNS airport.
- If you have lost something while in the terminal area, please find the contact info for Cairns lost & found here.
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