Cairns

Everything you need to know about getting to, staying at, and exploring Cairns. 

Conference Venue and Accommodation

Pullman Cairns International | 17 Abbott Street, Cairns, Qld, 4870 | Ph: 07 4031 1300

Pullman Cairns International is ideally located in the heart of Cairns, Australia. And it offers unparalleled convenience for business travelers. Nestled between the mountains and the ocean, the hotel provides easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and other key attractions. With stunning waterfront views and proximity to the Cairns Marina and vibrant Esplanade, Pullman Cairns International combines comfort and accessibility for an unforgettable stay.

How to get to Cairns Airport

Average flight time is 2hr 30min

Average flight time is 2hr 35min

To Central Cairns from the airport

Central Cairns is approximately 6.3 kilometres from Cairns Airport. Commute options include taxi and rideshare, shuttle bus services with Excellence Coaches, hotel transfers where included, limousine, and car hire.

Transfer times and cost guide (to Cairns City)

• Taxi: Approximately 10 minutes, costing around $25 to $30
• Bus Transfer: 20 to 40 minutes, costing around $16

About Cairns

Cairns Gimuy is the international gateway to two precious and pristine UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonders - the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics rainforest.  The world’s largest coral reef system is right on our doorstop, and is a thriving home to over 9000 species of coral, birds, fish and marine life. Our rugged, untouched rainforest is one of the most complex ecosystems on earth and resembles a real-life Jurassic Park. At an estimated 180 million years old – tens of millions of years older than the Amazon - this living breathing sanctuary shelters many plants and animals found nowhere else on earth. This is the perfect place to get up close to some of Australia’s unique wildlife. We’re home to at least 663 species of vertebrate animals including two living dinosaurs – saltwater crocodiles and cassowaries.  
 
We are one of Australia’s most popular destinations for domestic and international travellers, with over 150 established tourism operators offering a diverse range of amazing experiences. Visitors can enjoy a rich must-do list of eco-certified experiences, local bars & breweries, fresh local produce and dining, and a relaxed tropical lifestyle only found in the north. Dive with turtles and find Nemo on the Great Barrier Reef, relax and unwind on a palm-fringed beach, go whitewater rafting down thrilling rainforest rapids, or connect to country with an Indigenous guide.
 
Join with us in 2026 as we celebrate our city’s vibrant history and mark 150 years since the official founding of Cairns in 1876. We’re marking this extraordinary milestone with a full year of exciting events. The Cairns Celebrates 150 Years program showcases the cultural richness, community spirit and enduring legacy of the people, places and industries that have shaped Cairns.
 
Come for the conference, stay and play in Paradise in Cairns Gimuy, Tropical North Queensland!