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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cairns 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

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 Monday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Cairns (CNS). 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$614

One-way from

$323

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$909
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 55m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Sun 11/506:15AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Sun 18/522:55CNS - AKL
1 stop30h 40mJetstar
Deal found 29/4$614
Fri 6/613:55AKL - CNS
1 stop23h 30mFiji Airways
Sat 14/612:25CNS - AKL
1 stop8h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 29/4$687
Wed 14/521:00AKL - CNS
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$703
Mon 14/707:10AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 11/811:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/4$973
Fri 6/615:55AKL - CNS
1 stop8h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 14/614:25CNS - AKL
2 stops15h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,166
Tue 17/606:45AKL - CNS
2 stops13h 25mEmirates
Sun 22/612:15CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 55mEmirates
Deal found 30/4$1,360
Wed 23/721:25AKL - CNS
2 stops64h 10mChina Southern
Tue 29/712:15CNS - AKL
2 stops49h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4$7,819
Sun 12/1019:45AKL - CNS
2 stops42h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/1006:00CNS - AKL
2 stops45h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4$19,353

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Cairns that are best for you.

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AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/5

06:15-17:10

1 stop12h 55m

Cairns

Sun 18/5

22:55-07:35

1 stop30h 40m

$614

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/6

13:55-11:25

1 stop23h 30m

Cairns

Sat 14/6

12:25-22:45

1 stop8h 20m

$687

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Wed 14/5

21:00-10:40

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Sat 17/5

06:00-04:30

1 stop20h 30m

$703

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 14/7

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Mon 11/8

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$973

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/6

15:55-22:50

1 stop8h 55m

Cairns

Sat 14/6

14:25-07:35

2 stops15h 10m

$1,166

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/6

06:45-18:10

2 stops13h 25m

Cairns

Sun 22/6

12:15-00:10

1 stop9h 55m

$1,360

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/7

21:25-11:35

2 stops64h 10m

Cairns

Tue 29/7

12:15-15:35

2 stops49h 20m

$7,819

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/10

19:45-11:10

2 stops42h 25m

Cairns

Fri 17/10

06:00-06:00

2 stops45h 00m

$19,353

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/8

06:15-17:10

1 stop12h 55m

$278

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 20/5

06:15-18:15

2 stops14h 00m

$384

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $169). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 AKL to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Cairns in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

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

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.

Temperature in Cairns by month

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. 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 Cairns. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
472 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
439 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

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  • How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($614), Fiji Airways ($687), and Air New Zealand ($973) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cairns. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $323. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, as they are both options that can get you from Auckland to Cairns for a low price.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $169). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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