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Cheap flights from Cairns to Queenstown from $589

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — ZQN
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$721

One-way from

$589

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$792
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 40m total
  • Cairns to Queenstown
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10/7
  • 10/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Cairns to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($330 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Thu 8/521:30CNS - ZQN
1 stop20h 10mJetstar
Thu 15/512:40ZQN - CNS
1 stop22h 30mJetstar
Deal found 23/3$721
Thu 1/513:05CNS - ZQN
1 stop25h 40mVirgin Australia
Thu 8/516:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop9h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/3$754
Thu 1/521:30CNS - ZQN
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/513:05ZQN - CNS
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$827
Sun 6/718:35CNS - ZQN
2 stops24h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/713:05ZQN - CNS
2 stops23h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$1,333

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Queenstown 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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Queenstown that are best for you.

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Cairns

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Queenstown

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 8/5

21:30-19:40

1 stop20h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 15/5

12:40-09:10

1 stop22h 30m

$721

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 1/5

13:05-16:45

1 stop25h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/5

16:30-23:35

1 stop9h 05m

$754

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 1/5

21:30-16:45

1 stop17h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 8/5

13:05-09:10

2 stops22h 05m

$827

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sun 6/7

18:35-21:15

2 stops24h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 11/7

13:05-10:45

2 stops23h 40m

$1,333

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 10/7

06:00-16:10

2 stops32h 10m

$589

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 10/7

06:00-15:40

1 stop7h 40m

$630

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Fri 11/7

06:00-09:05

2 stops25h 05m

$632

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Queenstown

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Queenstown

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Cairns to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

When flying from Cairns to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($721), Virgin Australia ($754), and Air New Zealand ($1,333) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Queenstown. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Cairns to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 Cairns to Queenstown

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Queenstown. 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 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$604Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$669Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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