Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cairns from $187
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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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 8 July 2025.
Round-trip from | $456 |
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One-way from | $187 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $890 |
Find flight deals from New Zealand to Cairns
Cheapest flights from New Zealand to CairnsExplore 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 8 July 2025.
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 8 July 2025.
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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 8 July 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Fri 18/7
07:05-10:40
Nonstop5h 35m
Cairns
Thu 7/8
22:55-05:50
Nonstop4h 55m
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Thu 21/8
06:35-22:50
1 stop18h 15m
Cairns
Thu 28/8
22:55-05:50
Nonstop4h 55m
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sat 2/8
06:40-20:55
1 stop16h 15m
Cairns
Sat 9/8
06:00-04:30
1 stop20h 30m
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Thu 21/8
08:15-10:40
1 stop28h 25m
Cairns
Thu 28/8
22:55-19:00
1 stop18h 05m
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Tue 19/8
19:35-10:40
1 stop17h 05m
Cairns
Tue 26/8
06:00-07:05
2 stops23h 05m
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Tue 19/8
07:10-10:45
Nonstop5h 35m
Cairns
Tue 26/8
11:55-18:35
Nonstop4h 40m
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sat 23/8
07:10-10:45
Nonstop5h 35m
Cairns
Sat 30/8
06:00-04:30
1 stop20h 30m
QueenstownCairns
ZQN - CNS
ZQNCNS
Queenstown Intl
Wed 20/8
18:00-09:40
1 stop17h 40m
Cairns
Wed 27/8
10:20-16:45
1 stop28h 25m
QueenstownCairns
ZQN - CNS
ZQNCNS
Queenstown Intl
Mon 18/8
17:20-10:45
1 stop19h 25m
Cairns
Wed 27/8
06:00-15:40
1 stop7h 40m
HamiltonCairns
HLZ - CNS
HLZCNS
Hamilton
Sun 31/8
12:25-09:10
1 stop22h 45m
Cairns
Wed 3/9
19:00-11:15
1 stop14h 15m
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from New Zealand to Cairns in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 8 July 2025.
When flying from New Zealand 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.
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 8 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways 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.
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Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Entertainment
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Entertainment
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Entertainment
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Entertainment
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
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Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
Entertainment
Overall
Crew
Comfort
Boarding
Food
Reviews
Hoss,Mar 2025
TPE - DXB
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