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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cairns from $250

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cairns are usually found in August or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/12

07:25-09:30

1 stop29h 05m

Cairns

Sun 8/12

06:00-06:00

1 stop21h 00m

$837

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/12

06:45-17:10

1 stop13h 25m

Cairns

Thu 12/12

18:20-00:35

2 stops27h 15m

$884

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/12

22:10-12:05

2 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Thu 12/12

12:45-16:15

2 stops48h 30m

$8,479

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/3

06:15-20:55

1 stop17h 40m

$250

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/1

21:00-09:05

2 stops39h 05m

$336

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/4

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$396

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/5

06:10-22:05

1 stop17h 55m

$421

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 10/1

20:55-12:05

1 stop18h 10m

$540

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/1

00:55-17:20

1 stop19h 25m

$4,256

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Deals found on 19/11

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$866

One-way from

$250

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 5/12-12/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Mon 2/1207:25AKL - CNS
1 stop29h 05mJetstar
Sun 8/1206:00CNS - AKL
1 stop21h 00mJetstar
Deal found 20/11$837
Thu 5/1206:45AKL - CNS
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1218:20CNS - AKL
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$884
Thu 5/1222:10AKL - CNS
2 stops40h 55mChina Southern
Thu 12/1212:45CNS - AKL
2 stops48h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 18/11$8,479

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to Cairns

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Cairns is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $190). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Cairns at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very Good
531 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

China Southern
7.7
Good
123 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,487 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?

    The Auckland Intl to Cairns flight path was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Cairns round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($866), and China Southern ($8,479) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cairns. These flights start at 4% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Cairns one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $250. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Auckland to Cairns for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Cairns?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to Cairns on time: Air New Zealand (94%), Singapore Airlines (94%), Air China (94%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $190). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$583Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$856Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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