About this event
The Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns returns on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in the stunning locales of Palm Cove and Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
Dubbed the IRONMAN "Race in Paradise," this iconic full-distance triathlon (3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run) delivers an unforgettable experience where a World Heritage-listed rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef. Athletes start with a swim in the warm waters of Palm Cove, conquer the breathtaking Captain Cook Highway bike leg hugging the coastline toward Port Douglas, and finish with a scenic run along the Cairns Esplanade.
Voted the World's Best IRONMAN, it offers world-class racing amid natural wonders, alongside related events like IRONMAN 70.3 Cairns on the same day.
Distances:
3.8K Swim + 180K Bike + 42.2K Run
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