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Cheap flights from Cairns to New Zealand from $373

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — AKL
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to New Zealand

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to New Zealand (NZ0). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$591

One-way from

$373
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Cairns to New Zealand
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Cairns to New Zealand
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Tue 24/1206:00CNS - ZQN
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Sat 28/1212:05ZQN - CNS
1 stop29h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$919
Sat 28/1206:00CNS - AKL
1 stop20h 10mJetstar
Sat 11/106:45AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$1,033
Tue 24/1215:50CNS - ZQN
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/1214:00ZQN - CNS
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,186
Sat 28/1206:00CNS - AKL
1 stop15h 45mQantas Airways
Sat 11/111:40AKL - CNS
2 stops14h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$1,310
Sat 21/1209:45CNS - CHC
1 stop28h 35mJetstar
Sun 5/116:10CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$1,349
Wed 25/1206:00CNS - ZQN
2 stops12h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 1/110:30ZQN - CNS
2 stops15h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,932
Wed 25/1206:00CNS - ZQN
2 stops24h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/107:00ZQN - CNS
3 stops18h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$2,504

Find flights from Cairns to New Zealand within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to New Zealand 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 13/3

18:20-11:30

1 stop14h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/3

06:20-17:35

1 stop14h 15m

$591

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 13/3

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/3

14:00-08:35

1 stop21h 35m

$713

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sat 8/3

06:40-19:35

1 stop9h 55m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 14/3

20:35-08:30

1 stop14h 55m

$745

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 19/1

20:35-06:00

1 stop6h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/1

06:15-14:55

2 stops11h 40m

$773

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Wed 8/1

09:45-00:05

1 stop11h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 11/1

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

$803

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Tue 7/1

19:55-13:10

1 stop14h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 14/1

07:00-09:05

2 stops29h 05m

$819

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Wed 8/1

17:20-15:55

2 stops19h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 11/1

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

$879

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 1/2

16:05-07:50

2 stops12h 45m

Wellington

Sat 8/2

15:40-08:00

1 stop19h 20m

$899

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 13/2

12:45-07:35

2 stops15h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/2

08:25-22:45

2 stops17h 20m

$1,029

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Wed 8/1

20:35-20:35

2 stops21h 00m

Christchurch

Sat 11/1

06:45-22:45

2 stops19h 00m

$1,110

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to New Zealand

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New Zealand (average of $250). Flying from Cairns to New Zealand in October is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 CNS to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

When flying from Cairns to New Zealand, 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 New Zealand by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand from Cairns to New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to New Zealand. 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 from for flights from Cairns to New Zealand?

    Cairns (CNS), located 4.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairns to New Zealand.

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

    The Cairns to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 65 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 to fly from Cairns to New Zealand one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $373. Users have also found prices from $446 and $549 on Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Cairns to New Zealand, consider Cairns - Auckland Intl, Cairns - Queenstown Intl or Cairns - Christchurch, as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairns to New Zealand consider choosing Air New Zealand(80%), Singapore Airlines(80%) or Air China(80%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to New Zealand?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,306 for a flight from Cairns to New Zealand. The cheapest flight overall is $1,018 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Auckland Intl) is currently priced at $579.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New Zealand (average of $250). Flying from Cairns to New Zealand in October is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 4 airlines flying from Cairns to New Zealand

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to New Zealand. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$500Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$678Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$748Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$812Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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