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NTL — CNS
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newcastle Williamtown to Cairns are usually found in August or September, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Newcastle to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newcastle to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.
Wed 17/1221:20NTL - CNS
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1223:55CNS - NTL
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$498
Fri 19/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop22h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/1211:40CNS - NTL
1 stop27h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$736
Fri 19/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1206:00CNS - NTL
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$883
Wed 17/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/1223:55CNS - NTL
3 stops10h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$988
Best flights from Newcastle to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Newcastle to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Sun 18/116:20NTL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 25/109:15CNS - NTL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$393
Wed 17/1221:20NTL - CNS
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1223:55CNS - NTL
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$498
Sun 18/116:20NTL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/110:55CNS - NTL
2 stops8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$673
Fri 19/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1206:00CNS - NTL
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$883
Wed 17/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/1223:55CNS - NTL
3 stops10h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$988
Last-minute flights from Newcastle to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newcastle to Cairns. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 17/1221:20NTL - CNS
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1223:55CNS - NTL
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$498
Wed 17/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Australia
Wed 24/1223:55CNS - NTL
3 stops10h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 2/12$988
Fri 19/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop22h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/1211:40CNS - NTL
1 stop27h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$736
Fri 19/1216:20NTL - CNS
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1206:00CNS - NTL
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$883
Sun 18/116:20NTL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Sun 25/109:15CNS - NTL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/12$393
Sun 18/116:20NTL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/110:55CNS - NTL
2 stops8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$673
One-way flights from Newcastle to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Newcastle to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Mon 5/116:20NTL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/12$215
Mon 5/121:00NTL - CNS
2 stops24h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/12$528
Find flight deals from Newcastle to Cairns
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newcastle (NTL) 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 5 December 2025.
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Cairns
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Depart
Return
Price
NewcastleCairns
NTL - CNS
NTLCNS
Newcastle Williamtown
Sun 18/1
16:20-23:05
1 stop7h 45m
Cairns
Sun 25/1
09:15-15:40
1 stop5h 25m
$393
NewcastleCairns
NTL - CNS
NTLCNS
Newcastle Williamtown
Wed 17/12
21:20-09:05
1 stop12h 45m
Cairns
Wed 24/12
23:55-15:05
1 stop14h 10m
$498
NewcastleCairns
NTL - CNS
NTLCNS
Newcastle Williamtown
Sun 18/1
16:20-23:05
1 stop7h 45m
Cairns
Sun 25/1
10:55-20:45
2 stops8h 50m
$673
NewcastleCairns
NTL - CNS
NTLCNS
Newcastle Williamtown
Fri 19/12
16:20-14:00
1 stop22h 40m
Cairns
Tue 23/12
06:00-10:45
2 stops27h 45m
$883
NewcastleCairns
NTL - CNS
NTLCNS
Newcastle Williamtown
Wed 17/12
16:20-11:00
1 stop19h 40m
Cairns
Wed 24/12
23:55-11:35
3 stops10h 40m
$988
NewcastleCairns
NTL - CNS
NTLCNS
Newcastle Williamtown
Mon 5/1
16:20-23:05
1 stop7h 45m
$215
NewcastleCairns
NTL - CNS
NTLCNS
Newcastle Williamtown
Mon 5/1
21:00-20:55
2 stops24h 55m
$528
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Newcastle to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newcastle to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Newcastle to Cairns is 35 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 Newcastle to Cairns?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Cairns (average of $115). Flying from Newcastle to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $185). 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 NTL to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Newcastle 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 5 December 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Newcastle to Cairns is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.
How often are flights from Newcastle to Cairns delayed?
About 46% of weekly flights between Newcastle and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 90 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Newcastle to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newcastle to Cairns flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 46% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Newcastle to Cairns?
Share of one-stop return flights from Newcastle to Cairns chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 100% of one-stop itineraries from Newcastle to Cairns on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Newcastle to Cairns?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Newcastle to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $514.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Newcastle to Cairns?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Newcastle 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: 6h 34m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Newcastle to Cairns?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Newcastle 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 2h 34m.
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 5 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Newcastle to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Related info for your journey
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How popular is this Newcastle to Cairns flight route?
The Newcastle Williamtown to Cairns flight path was viewed by 184 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 Newcastle to Cairns?
Airlines like Virgin Australia fly from Newcastle to Cairns in about 7h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1870 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newcastle to Cairns round-trip?
Jetstar, at $176, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newcastle to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is 60% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newcastle to Cairns one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $97 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $190 and Qantas Airways from $314 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from Newcastle to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Newcastle to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Newcastle to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Newcastle to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Newcastle to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Cairns?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newcastle to Cairns (average of $115). Flying from Newcastle to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $185). 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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