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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cairns from $174

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CNS
17 Dec — 24 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 17 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$569

One-way from

$174

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$817

Good one-way deal

$705 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/3-7/4
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($89 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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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Zealand to Cairns.
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 November 2025.

Mon 24/1108:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Tue 2/1207:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$436
Thu 27/1107:00AKL - CNS
1 stop30h 55mJetstar
Thu 4/1215:50CNS - AKL
1 stop19h 50mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$638
Thu 4/1208:10WLG - CNS
1 stop29h 45mJetstar
Thu 11/1207:15CNS - WLG
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$656
Mon 1/1216:40AKL - CNS
1 stop19h 25mJetstar
Sat 6/1214:35CNS - AKL
1 stop21h 05mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$699
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CNS
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1207:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$730
Wed 3/1208:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1223:55CNS - CHC
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11$739
Sun 23/1106:20CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1107:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$745
Sun 16/1107:00AKL - CNS
1 stop30h 55mJetstar
Sun 23/1107:15CNS - AKL
1 stop25h 35mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$766
Sun 23/1120:35CHC - CNS
2 stops39h 30mJetstar
Sun 30/1107:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$792
Thu 4/1206:00WLG - CNS
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1207:15CNS - WLG
2 stops11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$861
Sat 22/1108:05AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Sat 29/1114:35CNS - AKL
1 stop21h 05mJetstar
Deal found 14/11$890
Mon 1/1216:40AKL - CNS
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1209:20CNS - AKL
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$974

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 17 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/2

06:35-20:55

1 stop17h 20m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

09:45-00:15

1 stop11h 30m

$598

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

20:55-10:55

1 stop17h 00m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

12:05-05:05

1 stop14h 00m

$598

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 5/5

08:20-23:05

1 stop16h 45m

Cairns

Tue 19/5

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

$626

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/11

07:00-10:55

1 stop30h 55m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

15:50-14:40

1 stop19h 50m

$638

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

20:55-10:55

1 stop17h 00m

Cairns

Mon 23/3

09:45-00:15

1 stop11h 30m

$644

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Thu 4/12

08:10-10:55

1 stop29h 45m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

07:15-19:05

1 stop8h 50m

$656

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/12

16:40-09:05

1 stop19h 25m

Cairns

Sat 6/12

14:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

$699

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 3/12

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Fri 5/12

23:55-00:05

2 stops21h 10m

$739

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Fri 20/2

06:00-00:25

1 stop15h 25m

$746

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 13/3

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Fri 13/3

18:05-14:00

1 stop16h 55m

$757

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Cairns

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns (average of $216). Flying from New Zealand to Cairns in March is currently the most expensive (average of $535). 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 NZ to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 17 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Zealand to Cairns in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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About 7% of weekly flights between $[0, place:'genitive'] and $[1, place:'genitive'] have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 208 minutes.

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Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.

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 17 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar from New Zealand to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.6

Food

5.7

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.1

Crew

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,July 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.6

Food

5.7

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.1

Crew

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,July 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from New Zealand?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns. It is only a 4.4 km journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this New Zealand to Cairns flight route?

    Flights from New Zealand to Cairns have been viewed 3 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Cairns?

    Departing from New Zealand to Cairns will take you 9h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3880 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Cairns?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Cairns, Christchurch - Cairns or Wellington - Cairns when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Cairns.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Cairns?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Zealand to Cairns are Singapore Airlines (93%), Air China (90%) and Virgin Australia (87%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Cairns?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Cairns?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns (average of $216). Flying from New Zealand to Cairns in March is currently the most expensive (average of $535). 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 airline flying from New Zealand to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$309Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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