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Cheap flights from Cairns to Auckland from $278

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — AKL
12 May — 19 May1
1 adult
Sun 12/5
Sun 19/5

The best prices from Cairns to Auckland Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Auckland (AKL). 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 7 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$817

Round-trip from

$389
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Auckland?

Travellers have found that booking a Thursday departure is the best way to save up to 34% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Cairns to Auckland, book at least 19 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 21% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $765 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $790.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Auckland?

Flights from Cairns to Auckland lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cairns to Auckland in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $581.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Auckland (CNS - AKL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cairns to Auckland is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Auckland

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and Auckland. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 546,479 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.
Wed 19/618:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$578
Wed 24/709:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sat 3/806:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$605
Wed 19/618:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Fri 21/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$637
Wed 19/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$701
Wed 19/609:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$799
Sat 1/609:45CNS - AKL
2 stops26h 25mJetstar
Sat 8/620:40AKL - CNS
2 stops23h 35mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$906
Wed 19/616:00CNS - AKL
2 stops11h 30mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$942
Wed 19/616:00CNS - AKL
2 stops11h 30mJetstar
Fri 21/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$956

Cheap Cairns to Auckland flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Auckland specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 546,479 searches. Prices were last updated on 7 May 2024.
Sat 1/609:00CNS - AKL
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/613:05AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$544
Wed 19/618:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$578
Wed 19/618:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Fri 21/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$637
Wed 19/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$701
Wed 19/609:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$799
Sat 1/611:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 8/606:35AKL - CNS
1 stop13h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$871
Sat 1/609:45CNS - AKL
2 stops26h 25mJetstar
Sat 8/620:40AKL - CNS
2 stops23h 35mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$906
Wed 19/616:00CNS - AKL
2 stops11h 30mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$942
Wed 19/616:00CNS - AKL
2 stops11h 30mJetstar
Fri 21/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$956

Cairns to Auckland 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Auckland in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 546,479 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.
Sat 1/609:00CNS - AKL
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/613:05AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$544
Wed 19/618:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$578
Sat 8/612:00CNS - AKL
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/613:05AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$602
Wed 24/709:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sat 3/806:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$605
Wed 19/618:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Fri 21/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$637
Wed 19/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$701
Wed 24/706:35CNS - AKL
2 stops14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/807:30AKL - CNS
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$717
Fri 22/1109:00CNS - AKL
1 stop24h 50mJetstar
Tue 26/1113:55AKL - CNS
1 stop24h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$719
Fri 22/1112:00CNS - AKL
1 stop21h 50mJetstar
Tue 26/1113:55AKL - CNS
1 stop24h 20mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$720

Direct flights to Auckland from Cairns

Discover direct flight options from Cairns to Auckland. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 546,479 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.
Sat 8/611:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 15/607:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/5$850

One-way flights to Auckland from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Auckland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 546,479 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.
Sun 20/1006:00CNS - AKL
1 stop27h 55mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$278
Fri 31/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop27h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$328
Fri 24/520:50CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$340
Tue 2/709:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$343
Mon 27/520:50CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$362
Sun 26/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop27h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$368
Wed 22/518:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$374
Tue 28/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop27h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$390
Tue 2/709:45CNS - AKL
2 stops10h 30mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$430

Find flights from Cairns to Auckland within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Auckland 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 546,479 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2024.

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$544 - $1,123

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 1/6

1 stop24h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/6

1 stop9h 05m

$544

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 19/6

1 stop17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 23/6

1 stop11h 55m

$578

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 24/7

1 stop11h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/8

1 stop14h 00m

$605

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 19/6

1 stop17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/6

1 stop14h 00m

$637

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 19/6

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/6

2 stops17h 55m

$701

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 24/7

2 stops14h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/8

1 stop8h 05m

$717

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 1/6

Nonstop4h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/6

1 stop13h 25m

$871

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 24/7

1 stop11h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/8

Nonstop5h 40m

$933

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 1/6

2 stops9h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/6

1 stop7h 50m

$1,123

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When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns to Auckland, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Auckland flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Auckland by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Auckland by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Auckland is currently $357 while a return flight costs $745. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $258). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in December 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.

January

$453

February

$471

March

$442

April

$465

May

$400

June

$439

July

$391

August

$390

September

$417

October

$420

November

$412

December

$500

Temperature and rainfall in Auckland by month

Plan your trip to Auckland by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

AKL

Temperature

11 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated 7 May 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
638 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
977 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
651 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Auckland for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Auckland for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $544, but on average you can expect to pay $1,267.

  • Are there direct flights from Cairns to Auckland for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 1 direct flight from Cairns to Auckland under $900. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Auckland is less than $850.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Auckland flight route?

    The Cairns to Auckland Intl flight path was viewed by 63 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 Cairns to Auckland round-trip?

    Jetstar, at $578, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Auckland.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $278 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $509 and $611, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Auckland?

    The most popular airlines flying from Cairns to Auckland are Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

    Before booking your flight to Auckland from Cairns, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (78%), Singapore Airlines (78%), Air China( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Auckland?

    The cheapest flight price from Cairns to Auckland is $447. On average you can expect to pay $700. The most popular route, (Cairns - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $457.

  • What does CNS to AKL mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while AKL stands for Auckland Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Auckland that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Auckland flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Auckland with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Auckland flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Auckland that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Auckland offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Auckland?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Auckland flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Auckland flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Auckland flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/5.

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JetstarCheapest$541Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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