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Cheap flights from Cairns to New Delhi from $1,362

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

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to New Delhi

Wed 21/1017:40 -
2 stops32h 00m
Tue 27/1001:40 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 6/9$1,362
Wed 21/1018:15 -
1 stop30h 20m
Wed 28/1009:45 -
1 stop51h 00m
Deal found 6/9$1,379
Fri 23/1018:15 -
2 stops31h 25m
Thu 29/1001:40 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 8/9$1,398
Thu 3/1209:45 -
2 stops39h 30m
Thu 21/103:15 -
2 stops24h 45m
Deal found 6/9$1,820
Sat 26/1213:50 -
2 stops36h 10m
Thu 7/101:40 -
2 stops28h 45m
Deal found 6/9$2,175

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Round-trip from

$1,362

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,420
21/10-27/10
  • 21/10-27/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Cairns to New Delhi
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CairnsNew Delhi

CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

CNSDEL

Cairns

Fri 23/10

18:15-21:10

2 stops31h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 29/10

01:40-08:30

2 stops26h 20m

$1,398

CairnsNew Delhi

CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

CNSDEL

Cairns

Wed 21/10

18:15-19:50

2 stops30h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 28/10

09:45-17:15

1 stop51h 00m

$1,402
Fastest return journey

CairnsNew Delhi

CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

CNSDEL

Cairns

Wed 24/2

18:20-20:00

1 stop30h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 28/2

21:45-17:15

1 stop15h 00m

$1,602

CairnsNew Delhi

CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

CNSDEL

Cairns

Wed 24/2

13:50-21:30

2 stops60h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 27/2

01:40-11:50

2 stops53h 40m

$1,671

CairnsNew Delhi

CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

CNSDEL

Cairns

Thu 3/12

09:45-20:45

2 stops39h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 21/1

03:15-05:45

1 stop22h 00m

$1,847

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to New Delhi?

The best time to book flights from Cairns to New Delhi is 43 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 Cairns to New Delhi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New Delhi (average of $1,114). Flying from Cairns to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,171). 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cairns to New Delhi flights typically cost between $1,357 and $1,567 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,362 on Multiple Airlines (21 Oct–27 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to New Delhi, such as Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,599 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,599 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,599 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,480 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,599 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,092 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,599 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Cairns to New Delhi can take about 30h 05m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,402. Airlines will cover a distance of 8932 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Delhi, with prices starting at $989. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,014 and $1,232, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cairns to New Delhi for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to New Delhi one-way?

    $546 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $578 and $824, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New Delhi (average of $1,114). Flying from Cairns to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,171). 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 3 airlines flying from Cairns to New Delhi

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$989Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,014Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,232Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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