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CNS — DEL
24 Nov — 1 Dec1
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to New Delhi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 October 2026.
Sat 5/1212:35 -
2 stops37h 25m
Sat 12/1222:45 -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 21/10$1,558
Tue 17/1106:00 -
2 stops44h 00m
Wed 24/301:40 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 20/10$1,564
Sun 29/1115:45 -
2 stops34h 15m
Wed 20/101:40 -
2 stops29h 40m
Deal found 20/10$1,776
Mon 7/1212:35 -
2 stops37h 25m
Sun 13/1201:40 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 22/10$1,815
Sat 5/1219:15 -
1 stop26h 15m
Fri 11/1200:20 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 21/10$1,872
Mon 30/1111:40 -
2 stops38h 20m
Wed 20/101:40 -
2 stops29h 40m
Deal found 20/10$1,935
Best flights from Cairns to New Delhi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to New Delhi that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 25 October 2026.
Sat 5/1212:35 -
2 stops37h 25m
Sat 12/1222:45 -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 21/10$1,558
Sat 5/1219:15 -
1 stop26h 15m
Fri 11/1200:20 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 21/10$1,872
Wed 2/1211:40 -
2 stops36h 45m
Sun 24/116:15 -
2 stops42h 10m
Deal found 23/10$1,993
Tue 17/1106:00 -
2 stops44h 00m
Wed 24/301:40 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 20/10$1,564
Mon 7/1219:15 -
1 stop26h 15m
Sun 13/1200:20 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 22/10$1,989
Mon 7/1212:35 -
2 stops37h 25m
Sun 13/1201:40 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 22/10$1,815
Sun 29/1111:40 -
2 stops55h 30m
Thu 21/110:35 -
2 stops38h 10m
Deal found 20/10$2,121
Mon 30/1119:15 -
2 stops43h 10m
Thu 21/116:05 -
3 stops35h 55m
Deal found 20/10$1,993
Wed 2/1219:15 -
2 stops48h 00m
Sat 23/100:20 -
3 stops27h 40m
Deal found 23/10$2,148
Last-minute flights from Cairns to New Delhi
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to New Delhi. Data last updated 25 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 17/1106:00 -
2 stops44h 00m
Wed 24/301:40 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 20/10$1,564
Sun 29/1115:45 -
2 stops34h 15m
Wed 20/101:40 -
2 stops29h 40m
Deal found 20/10$1,776
Sun 29/1111:40 -
2 stops55h 30m
Thu 21/110:35 -
2 stops38h 10m
Deal found 20/10$2,121
Mon 30/1111:40 -
2 stops38h 20m
Wed 20/101:40 -
2 stops29h 40m
Deal found 20/10$1,935
One-way flights from Cairns to New Delhi
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to New Delhi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 25 October 2026.
Sat 7/1119:15 -
1 stop26h 15m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 21/10$665
Mon 30/1115:45 -
2 stops34h 15m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 21/10$778
Sat 7/1114:40 -
2 stops36h 40m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 21/10$814
Thu 18/315:40 -
2 stops37h 00m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 21/10$818
Wed 25/1119:15 -
2 stops35h 15m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 21/10$822
Fri 27/1115:40 -
2 stops34h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 20/10$830
Tue 1/1209:45 -
3 stops44h 45m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 21/10$834
Mon 30/1119:15 -
1 stop26h 15m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 21/10$838
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to New Delhi (DEL). 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 25 October 2026.
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CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Wed 25/11
19:15-02:00
2 stops35h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$822
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Fri 27/11
17:40-21:30
2 stops32h 20m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$874
Fastest return journey
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Sat 28/11
19:15-17:00
1 stop26h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$893
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Sat 28/11
09:45-21:05
3 stops39h 50m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$964
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Tue 3/11
06:40-13:45
3 stops35h 35m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,027
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Mon 30/11
19:15-17:00
1 stop26h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,055
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Tue 1/12
07:45-15:20
2 stops36h 05m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,084
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Fri 27/11
11:40-21:30
2 stops38h 20m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,146
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Fri 27/11
19:15-17:00
1 stop26h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,175
CairnsNew Delhi
CNS Cairns - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
CNSDEL
Cairns
Wed 2/12
19:15-17:00
1 stop26h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,305
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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 $1,187). Flying from Cairns to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,227). 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 $1,295 and $1,579 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,558 on Multiple Airlines (5 Dec–12 Dec).
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cairns to New Delhi?
Share of one-stop return flights from Cairns to New Delhi chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 90% of one-stop itineraries from Cairns to New Delhi on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cairns to New Delhi?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cairns to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Denpasar (DPS) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,464.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Cairns to New Delhi?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cairns to New Delhi, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 26m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cairns to New Delhi?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cairns to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 5h 35m.
Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi. Reviews last updated 25 October 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to New Delhi, such as Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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.
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.
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.
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How long is the flight from Cairns to New Delhi?
A quick flight from Cairns to New Delhi can take about 26h 15m. IndiGo provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,872. Airlines will cover a distance of 8932 km.
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 $1,027. Another option worth looking into is Cathay Pacific, starting at $1,130 round trip. You may be able to fly from Cairns to New Delhi for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to New Delhi one-way?
$561 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 $593 and $845, 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 $1,187). Flying from Cairns to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,227). 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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