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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cairns from $300

AKL — CNS
10 Oct — 17 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns

Thu 15/1014:25 -
1 stop23h 15m
Thu 22/1012:00 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 7/9$673
Tue 13/1020:55 -
1 stop16h 45m
Sun 18/1007:00 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 8/9$681
Wed 7/1007:00 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 13/1007:00 -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/9$689
Sun 11/1006:15 -
1 stop13h 45m
Tue 13/1007:00 -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 6/9$691
Thu 15/1014:25 -
1 stop23h 15m
Sun 18/1007:00 -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 10/9$707
Sat 10/1018:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Sun 18/1007:00 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 6/9$727
Thu 8/1018:25 -
1 stop17h 05m
Sun 18/1007:00 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 9/9$728
Tue 20/1020:55 -
1 stop16h 45m
Tue 27/1012:05 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 5/9$748
Tue 6/1016:10 -
1 stop21h 30m
Sun 18/1007:00 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 9/9$755
Sun 11/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Tue 13/1007:00 -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 7/9$778
Wed 21/1018:25 -
1 stop17h 05m
Wed 28/1006:00 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 6/9$781

Find flight deals from Auckland to Cairns

Round-trip from

$673

One-way from

$300

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$925
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 30m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 25m total
  • Auckland to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($3 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/12

16:40-09:05

1 stop19h 25m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$306

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/11

19:15-11:20

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$332

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/10

07:15-21:00

1 stop16h 45m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$343

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/11

06:20-19:20

1 stop16h 00m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$389

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/11

14:50-11:35

1 stop23h 45m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$413

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/1

06:50-17:15

1 stop13h 25m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$428

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 19/10

17:30-09:05

2 stops18h 35m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$433

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/12

07:00-16:45

2 stops12h 45m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$490

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/9

06:10-22:45

2 stops18h 35m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$586

AucklandCairns

AKL Auckland Intl - CNS Cairns

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 20/9

06:10-22:45

2 stops18h 35m

Cairns

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$586

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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 14 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 $627). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in September is currently the most expensive (average of $925). 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?

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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Auckland to Cairns flights typically cost between $803 and $1,011 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $673 on Jetstar (15 Oct–22 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

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
669 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
669 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

  • 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 17h 05m. 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 ($279), and Air New Zealand ($774) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cairns. These flights start at 64% 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 Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $228. However, be on the lookout for offers from Jetstar 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: Air China (80%), Virgin Australia (41%), Air New Zealand (41%).

  • 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.

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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.

  • 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 $627). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in September is currently the most expensive (average of $925). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$279Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$774Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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