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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cairns from $313

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) 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 22 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 November 2024.

Fri 29/1113:35WLG - CNS
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1209:15CNS - WLG
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11$852
Thu 12/1206:45AKL - CNS
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/1215:45CNS - AKL
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11$882
Mon 2/1206:20AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Sat 14/1218:20CNS - AKL
2 stops17h 15mJetstar
Deal found 21/11$1,022
Fri 13/1216:35AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 17/1212:45CNS - AKL
1 stop8h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/11$1,048
Fri 29/1119:10WLG - CNS
2 stops16h 10mJetstar
Tue 3/1210:05CNS - WLG
2 stops28h 00mJetstar
Deal found 21/11$1,165
Mon 2/1217:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop20h 30mVirgin Australia
Sat 7/1211:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop22h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/11$1,331
Mon 2/1207:00ZQN - CNS
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1214:30CNS - ZQN
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11$1,436
Mon 2/1211:25ZQN - CNS
2 stops14h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/1217:30CNS - ZQN
1 stop17h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/11$1,556
Thu 28/1115:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop23h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 2/1206:00CNS - ZQN
2 stops12h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/11$1,648
Fri 22/1115:50CHC - CNS
1 stop9h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 25/1112:45CNS - CHC
1 stop8h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/11$1,650
Thu 19/1210:00AKL - CNS
2 stops29h 05mChina Southern
Thu 26/1212:45CNS - AKL
2 stops48h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 21/11$8,339

Find flights from New Zealand to Cairns within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 719,399 searches. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

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WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Mon 13/1

21:15-09:05

1 stop14h 50m

Cairns

Tue 28/1

09:45-12:35

2 stops23h 50m

$783

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 14/1

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Sat 18/1

09:45-00:05

1 stop11h 20m

$804

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/1

10:30-09:05

2 stops25h 35m

Cairns

Sat 25/1

18:20-11:30

1 stop14h 10m

$821

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/4

06:15-13:30

1 stop10h 15m

Cairns

Mon 14/4

18:55-21:50

2 stops24h 55m

$847

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 20/5

16:30-23:35

1 stop9h 05m

Cairns

Wed 4/6

06:00-15:40

1 stop7h 40m

$867

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 20/5

16:50-18:15

2 stops27h 25m

Cairns

Wed 4/6

06:35-16:15

3 stops31h 40m

$881

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 20/5

16:50-18:15

2 stops27h 25m

Cairns

Wed 4/6

06:35-15:45

2 stops31h 10m

$886

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 14/1

06:05-22:10

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Sat 18/1

18:20-00:05

2 stops26h 45m

$893

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Mon 5/5

17:15-10:40

1 stop19h 25m

Cairns

Mon 12/5

15:35-07:15

2 stops13h 40m

$947

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Mon 6/1

21:15-09:05

1 stop14h 50m

Cairns

Mon 13/1

09:45-18:55

3 stops30h 10m

$959

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Cairns

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns (average of $184). Flying from New Zealand 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 NZ to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 22 November 2024.

When flying from New Zealand to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 22 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand from New Zealand to Cairns have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,489 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,338 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
529 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
122 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
820 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,489 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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 New Zealand to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from New Zealand?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns. It is only a 4.4 km journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this New Zealand to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from New Zealand to Cairns have been viewed 6 times in the past calendar month.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $313 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $384 and Qantas Airways from $436 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Cairns?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Cairns, Wellington - Cairns or Queenstown Intl - Cairns when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Cairns.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Cairns?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Zealand to Cairns are Air New Zealand (94%), Singapore Airlines (94%) and Air China (94%).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Cairns?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns (average of $184). Flying from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 719,399 searches. Data last updated 22 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$583Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$856Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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