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Cheap flights from Cairns to New Zealand from $311

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 9/6. 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
24 May — 31 May1
1 adult
Fri 24/5
Fri 31/5

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

Find a great deal and save up to 21% by booking at least 19 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Cairns to New Zealand within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $757.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to New Zealand?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to New Zealand from Cairns average $831. You can even find prices in October for less than $831, as users have found deals to New Zealand from as low as $575. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to New Zealand from Cairns. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 28%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to New Zealand (CNS - NZ)?

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.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to New Zealand

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and New Zealand. 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 529,572 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
Consider these cheap Jetstar flights we've found departing from Cairns to New Zealand. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 14/809:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Wed 28/815:30AKL - CNS
1 stop19h 40mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$627
Thu 25/718:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sun 28/722:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$630
Fri 7/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$644
Mon 2/906:35CNS - AKL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Sun 8/906:15AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$651
Sun 13/1006:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 18/1023:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$744
Tue 1/1009:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Tue 8/1014:05AKL - CNS
1 stop10h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$750
Sun 16/609:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sun 23/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$763
Mon 4/1106:40CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 35mJetstar
Thu 14/1120:40AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$766
Fri 7/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/620:40AKL - CNS
2 stops19h 45mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$793

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to New Zealand

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Cairns and New Zealand. 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 529,572 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Qantas Airways flights travelling from Cairns to New Zealand. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 1/1009:00CNS - AKL
2 stops19h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 8/1015:15AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/5$969
Sun 2/612:45CNS - AKL
2 stops16h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 9/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/5$1,401
Mon 11/1114:35CNS - ZQN
2 stops18h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 13/1115:25ZQN - CNS
2 stops10h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/5$1,619

Cheap Cairns to New Zealand flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to New Zealand specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,572 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to New Zealand in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 7/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$644
Fri 7/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/620:40AKL - CNS
2 stops19h 45mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$793
Fri 7/618:55CNS - AKL
2 stops17h 40mJetstar
Fri 21/620:40AKL - CNS
2 stops19h 45mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$919

Cairns to New Zealand 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and New Zealand in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 529,572 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to New Zealand in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 25/718:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sun 28/722:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$630
Fri 7/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 21/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$644
Mon 2/906:35CNS - AKL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Sun 8/906:15AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$651
Mon 11/1114:45CNS - ZQN
1 stop21h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 13/1114:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop23h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5$732
Mon 11/1117:35CNS - ZQN
1 stop18h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 13/1114:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop23h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/5$735
Sun 13/1006:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Fri 18/1023:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$744
Tue 1/1009:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Tue 8/1014:05AKL - CNS
1 stop10h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$750
Mon 4/1106:40CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 35mJetstar
Thu 14/1120:40AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$766
Mon 11/1117:35CNS - ZQN
1 stop18h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 13/1114:30ZQN - CNS
2 stops22h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/5$772

Direct flights to New Zealand from Cairns

Discover direct flight options from Cairns to New Zealand. 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 529,572 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Cairns to New Zealand. If you're looking for other options for flights from Cairns to New Zealand, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 1/1010:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/1007:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/5$901

One-way flights to New Zealand from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to New Zealand. 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 529,572 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Cairns to New Zealand, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Cairns to New Zealand should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Sun 9/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$311
Tue 13/809:45CNS - AKL
1 stop26h 50mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$312
Mon 17/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$327
Sun 9/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$329
Wed 14/809:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$338
Sun 16/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 19/5$344
Sat 8/609:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$348
Mon 10/606:00CNS - CHC
2 stops33h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/5$370
Thu 13/620:25CNS - CHC
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$379

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 529,572 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.

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CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 16/6

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 23/6

1 stop27h 25m

$611

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 14/8

1 stop11h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/8

1 stop19h 40m

$627

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 25/7

1 stop17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 28/7

1 stop11h 55m

$630

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Fri 7/6

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/6

1 stop14h 00m

$644

CairnsQueenstown Intl

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Mon 11/11

1 stop21h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 13/11

1 stop23h 35m

$732

CairnsQueenstown Intl

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Mon 11/11

1 stop18h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 13/11

1 stop23h 35m

$735

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 2/6

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/6

1 stop27h 45m

$769

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 1/10

Nonstop4h 40m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/10

Nonstop5h 40m

$901

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 1/10

2 stops19h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/10

1 stop9h 40m

$969

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Deals found on 19/5

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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 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia 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
8.3
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

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

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

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.

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

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
7.6
Good
961 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

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
633 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

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

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.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to New Zealand for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to New Zealand for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $611, but on average you can expect to pay $751.

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

    Cheapflights has 1 direct flight from Cairns to New Zealand under $900. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to New Zealand is less than $901.

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

    The Cairns to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 70 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 - Christchurch or Cairns - Queenstown Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

    The most popular airlines flying from Cairns to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairns to New Zealand consider choosing Air New Zealand(77%), Singapore Airlines(77%) or Air China(77%), 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 $667 for a flight from Cairns to New Zealand. The cheapest flight overall is $438 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Auckland Intl) is currently priced at $557.

  • What does CNS to AKL mean?

    Cairns Airport is CNS and Auckland Intl Airport is AKL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Christchurch Airport (CHC), Wellington Airport (WLG), Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN), Dunedin Airport (DUD), Nelson Airport (NSN) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to New Zealand 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 New Zealand with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to New Zealand 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to New Zealand 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 New Zealand flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to New Zealand flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/5.

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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 529,572 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$481Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$638Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$712Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$713Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Hourly flight availability from Cairns to New Zealand

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