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AKL — CNS
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cairns are usually found in October or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday
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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 12 December 2025.
Fri 19/1220:45AKL - CNS
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,014
Fri 19/1206:35AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Fri 23/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$1,023
Fri 19/1210:00AKL - CNS
2 stops33h 15mChina Southern
Fri 23/115:35CNS - AKL
2 stops45h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12$11,855
Best flights from Auckland to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Auckland to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Sat 28/208:05AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Sat 7/309:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$646
Sun 25/120:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/217:35CNS - AKL
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$813
Tue 27/106:10AKL - CNS
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Fri 30/112:05CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/12$931
Sat 24/107:15AKL - CNS
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Sat 31/112:05CNS - AKL
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$647
Sun 25/120:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Sun 1/209:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$656
Fri 23/106:35AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Fri 30/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$661
Tue 20/108:05AKL - CNS
1 stop15h 50mJetstar
Tue 27/107:15CNS - AKL
1 stop10h 00mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$676
Thu 1/109:00AKL - CNS
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$985
Thu 1/107:15AKL - CNS
1 stop28h 50mJetstar
Tue 13/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$954
Last-minute flights from Auckland to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Auckland to Cairns. Data last updated 12 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 19/1220:45AKL - CNS
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,014
Fri 19/1206:35AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Fri 23/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$1,023
Fri 19/1210:00AKL - CNS
2 stops33h 15mChina Southern
Fri 23/115:35CNS - AKL
2 stops45h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 11/12$11,855
One-way flights from Auckland to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Auckland to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Sun 25/120:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$204
Thu 12/320:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$269
Tue 2/606:15AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$273
Thu 12/208:05AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$282
Tue 20/120:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$285
Sat 7/208:05AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 12/12$290
Fri 6/219:30AKL - CNS
1 stop18h 50mJetstar
Deal found 12/12$293
Wed 21/119:30AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$296
Mon 9/220:45AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 45mJetstar
Deal found 10/12$297
Mon 26/108:05AKL - CNS
1 stop30h 15mJetstar
Deal found 11/12$299
Thu 22/119:30AKL - CNS
1 stop18h 50mJetstar
Deal found 9/12$306
Find 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 12 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Cairns 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 12 December 2025.
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Auckland
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Cairns
Route
Depart
Return
Price
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sat 28/2
08:05-17:15
1 stop12h 10m
Cairns
Sat 7/3
09:45-00:15
1 stop11h 30m
$646
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sat 24/1
07:15-13:10
1 stop8h 55m
Cairns
Sat 31/1
12:05-05:05
1 stop14h 00m
$647
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sun 25/1
20:55-10:55
1 stop17h 00m
Cairns
Sun 1/2
09:45-00:15
1 stop11h 30m
$656
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Fri 23/1
06:35-18:00
1 stop14h 25m
Cairns
Fri 30/1
09:45-00:15
1 stop11h 30m
$661
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Tue 20/1
08:05-20:55
1 stop15h 50m
Cairns
Tue 27/1
07:15-20:15
1 stop10h 00m
$676
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sun 25/1
20:55-10:55
1 stop17h 00m
Cairns
Sun 1/2
17:35-18:40
2 stops22h 05m
$813
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Tue 27/1
06:10-22:05
1 stop18h 55m
Cairns
Fri 30/1
12:05-00:45
1 stop9h 40m
$931
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Thu 1/1
07:15-09:05
1 stop28h 50m
Cairns
Tue 13/1
09:45-00:15
1 stop11h 30m
$954
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Thu 1/1
09:00-09:05
2 stops27h 05m
Cairns
Tue 13/1
09:45-00:15
1 stop11h 30m
$985
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sun 25/1
20:55-10:55
1 stop17h 00m
$204
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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns
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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 5 December 2025.
The best time to book flights from Auckland to Cairns is 84 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $306). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $652). 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 12 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Cairns in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
How often are flights from Auckland to Cairns delayed?
About 5% of weekly flights between Auckland and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 85 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to Cairns flights?
Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Share of one-stop return flights from Auckland to Cairns chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 79% of one-stop itineraries from Auckland to Cairns on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Auckland to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $544.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Auckland to Cairns?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to Cairns, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 17m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 4h 49m.
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 12 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Cairns, such as Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Good crew. Cramped seating Pilot mumbled when sending information to the passengers
Related info for your journey
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How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?
The Auckland Intl to Cairns flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Auckland to Cairns?
Departing from Auckland to Cairns will take you 12h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3616 km.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Auckland to Cairns round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($288), offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cairns. This flight start at 65% 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 $225. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Auckland to Cairns for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Cairns?
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: Singapore Airlines (90%), Air China (90%), Virgin Australia (86%).
Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Cairns?
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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $306). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $652). 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.
Explore flights to Cairns departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 12 December 2025.
Browse through other flights departing from Auckland. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 12 December 2025.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Auckland to Cairns. 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 12 December 2025.
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