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Cheap flights from Cairns to New York State from $1,527

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — JFK
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,696

One-way from

$1,527
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/3-15/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 84h 55m total
  • Cairns to New York
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10/1
  • 10/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • Cairns to New York
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Sat 20/1211:25CNS - JFK
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1208:32JFK - CNS
2 stops36h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$3,607
Sat 20/1212:35CNS - EWR
3 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1217:00EWR - CNS
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$3,839
Sat 20/1217:35CNS - LGA
2 stops37h 52mVirgin Australia
Sat 27/1207:30LGA - CNS
3 stops48h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/11$4,380
Sat 20/1217:00CNS - JFK
2 stops38h 29mQantas Airways
Sat 27/1216:58JFK - CNS
2 stops39h 07mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$4,483
Sat 20/1212:35CNS - LGA
2 stops24h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1213:25LGA - CNS
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$4,487
Sat 20/1219:50CNS - JFK
2 stops51h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 26/1201:20JFK - CNS
2 stops54h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/11$4,937

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to New York State that are best for you.

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Cairns

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Wed 11/3

15:35-14:30

2 stops36h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

21:00-11:00

2 stops48h 00m

$1,696

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Wed 11/3

06:00-01:11

2 stops33h 11m

Newark

Sun 15/3

20:10-11:00

2 stops48h 50m

$1,784

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Wed 11/3

06:00-16:53

2 stops24h 53m

Newark

Sun 15/3

09:05-14:55

3 stops39h 50m

$1,865

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Wed 11/3

17:35-19:59

2 stops40h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 15/3

16:59-14:05

2 stops31h 06m

$2,214

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Wed 11/3

17:35-21:30

2 stops41h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

15:59-21:00

2 stops39h 01m

$2,216

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Wed 11/3

18:35-12:15

2 stops55h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

21:15-17:20

2 stops54h 05m

$2,307

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Wed 11/3

12:35-20:05

2 stops45h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

01:55-11:50

2 stops43h 55m

$2,391

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Wed 11/3

15:35-20:52

2 stops43h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 15/3

20:00-11:00

2 stops49h 00m

$3,041

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Wed 11/3

15:35-18:46

2 stops41h 11m

Newark

Sun 15/3

06:04-11:50

2 stops39h 46m

$3,047

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Wed 11/3

06:00-20:23

2 stops28h 23m

Newark

Sun 15/3

06:00-11:00

2 stops39h 00m

$3,122

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to NY?

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When flying from Cairns to State of New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the evening.

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

    Located just 4.4 km from the city centre, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New York from Cairns.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to State of New York?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to State of New York in 24h 53m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. The distance between Cairns and State of New York is about 15358 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to State of New York?

    Most travellers choose Cairns - Newark, Cairns - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Cairns - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from Cairns to State of New York.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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