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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cairns from $261

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 11 June 2026.

Sat 15/817:45
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop16h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 19/806:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$587
Sat 15/817:45
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop16h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 22/806:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$597
Sat 25/706:20
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop16h 40m
Jetstar
Tue 28/706:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/6$650
Sat 25/706:20
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop16h 40m
Jetstar
Sun 26/709:40
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop12h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$654
Tue 28/720:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 30/706:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/6$656
Tue 8/906:15
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop12h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 15/907:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/6$663
Sun 2/820:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 9/806:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/6$669
Thu 25/614:25
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop22h 15m
Jetstar
Tue 30/619:25
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop26h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/6$670
Thu 20/820:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Sat 29/809:40
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop12h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/6$671
Tue 4/806:15
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop12h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 24/907:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/6$689
Sun 19/717:25
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Tue 28/706:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/6$691

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 11 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$587

One-way from

$261

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$897

Good one-way deal

$367 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 55m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 11 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Cairns that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/8

17:45-08:30

1 stop16h 45m

Cairns

Wed 19/8

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

$587

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/7

06:20-21:00

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Tue 28/7

06:00-16:25

1 stop8h 25m

$650

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/7

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

Cairns

Thu 30/7

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

$656
Fastest return journey

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/7

06:15-17:00

1 stop12h 45m

Cairns

Thu 30/7

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

$670

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/8

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

Cairns

Sat 29/8

09:40-00:20

1 stop12h 40m

$671

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

06:20-21:00

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Sun 9/8

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

$693

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/7

06:20-21:00

1 stop16h 40m

Cairns

Sun 26/7

09:40-00:20

1 stop12h 40m

$697

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/6

14:25-10:40

1 stop22h 15m

Cairns

Mon 29/6

20:55-05:05

1 stop30h 10m

$704

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/7

06:15-17:00

1 stop12h 45m

Cairns

Sun 26/7

09:40-00:20

1 stop12h 40m

$728

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/7

06:20-17:10

1 stop12h 50m

Cairns

Fri 24/7

21:40-00:20

1 stop24h 40m

$734

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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?

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Cairns is 19 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 $667). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $917). 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 11 June 2026.

When flying from Auckland to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Cairns?

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 11 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Cairns, such as Air New Zealand and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
545 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

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

    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 are 2 flights from Auckland Intl to Cairns per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?

    The Auckland Intl to Cairns flight path was viewed by 8 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 16h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3616 km.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($288), and Air New Zealand ($797) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cairns. These flights start at 63% 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 Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, 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: Virgin Australia (100%), Air New Zealand (100%), Singapore Airlines (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns?

    On average you can expect to pay $398 for a flight from Auckland to Cairns. The cheapest flight overall is $356 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Cairns) is currently priced at $586.

  • 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 $667). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $917). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Auckland to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines 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 11 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$288Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$797Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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