Question 1

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Auckland to Cairns?

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Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 4h 06m. Find deals

Question 2

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Cairns?

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Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 79% of one-stop itineraries from Auckland to Cairns on Cheapflights. Find deals

Question 3

What’s the fastest stopover option from Auckland to Cairns?

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Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 30m. Find deals

Question 4

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Cairns?

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Christchurch (CHC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $562. Find deals

Question 5

How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?

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The Auckland Intl to Cairns flight path was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Question 6

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

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According to our current data, Jetstar ($633), Air New Zealand ($944), and Qantas Airways ($1,029) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cairns. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 7

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

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The best time to book flights from Auckland to Cairns is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Question 8

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

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Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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.

Question 9

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

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Cairns flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 10

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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.

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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).

Question 12

What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns?

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On average you can expect to pay $421 for a flight from Auckland to Cairns. The cheapest flight overall is $317 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Cairns) is currently priced at $614.

Question 13

What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Cairns?

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Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to Cairns on time: Virgin Australia (64%), Air New Zealand (64%), Singapore Airlines (51%).

Question 14

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Auckland to Cairns?

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Users have found that flying from Auckland to Cairns on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

Question 15

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

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Users have found that booking a flight from Auckland to Cairns at least 58 days early can save you up to 30% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 58 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Auckland to Cairns for as little as $657 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $783 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Question 16

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

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February can be a great time to fly to Cairns from Auckland with a flight ticket averaging about $879. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $565. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to CNS?

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It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Cairns at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Question 18

What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Cairns?

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If you book a flight from Auckland to Cairns, you will be flying from Auckland Intl to Cairns. Flights to Cairns (CNS) from Auckland Intl (AKL) take 5h 35m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Auckland Intl to Cairns per day from 2 airlines.

Question 19

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

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

Question 20

How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Cairns?

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

Question 21

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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.

Question 22

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Auckland to Cairns?

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Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Auckland to Cairns. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 23

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Auckland to Cairns?

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Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Auckland to Cairns for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 24

Can Cheapflights find flights from Auckland to Cairns with no change fees?

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Certainly. Search results for flights to Cairns from Auckland shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 25

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Auckland to Cairns become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Auckland to Cairns flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

Round-trip from	$633
One-way from	$263
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$889
Good one-way deal	$417 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$368	Average$611	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$851	Average$913	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

Cheap flights from Auckland to Cairns from $263

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cairns are usually found in February or August, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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