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Cheap flights from Cairns to New Zealand from $229

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — AKL
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$383

One-way from

$229

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$875

Good round-trip deal

$369 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/10-29/10
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Cairns to New Zealand
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 55m total
  • Cairns to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Tue 14/1022:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Wed 29/1008:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$383
Thu 20/1107:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Wed 26/1108:20CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$404
Thu 9/1022:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Wed 29/1008:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$428
Tue 21/1022:55CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 05mJetstar
Thu 23/1020:50AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$493
Sun 26/1022:55CNS - AKL
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Sun 2/1121:45AKL - CNS
1 stop15h 55mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$507
Thu 9/1022:55CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 05mJetstar
Thu 16/1020:50AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$578
Sun 26/1022:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Sun 2/1105:45CHC - CNS
2 stops29h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/9$581
Tue 21/1022:55CNS - AKL
1 stop9h 05mJetstar
Mon 27/1006:45AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$600
Thu 20/1107:15CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1111:25CHC - CNS
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$603
Thu 4/1207:15CNS - AKL
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Sun 14/1220:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 12/9$608
Sun 26/1022:55CNS - WLG
1 stop29h 40mJetstar
Sun 2/1108:10WLG - CNS
1 stop29h 30mJetstar
Deal found 11/9$626
Tue 14/1022:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1016:05CHC - CNS
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$639

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to New Zealand 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 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to New Zealand that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

New Zealand

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 14/10

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 29/10

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$383

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 9/10

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 29/10

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$428

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 21/10

22:55-11:00

1 stop9h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/10

20:50-10:40

1 stop16h 50m

$493

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 9/10

22:55-11:00

1 stop9h 05m

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/10

20:50-10:40

1 stop16h 50m

$578

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 26/10

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 2/11

05:45-08:05

2 stops29h 20m

$581

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 26/10

22:55-10:20

1 stop8h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/11

21:45-10:40

1 stop15h 55m

$587

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 4/12

07:15-18:40

1 stop8h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/12

20:55-10:55

1 stop17h 00m

$608

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sun 26/10

22:55-07:35

1 stop29h 40m

Wellington

Sun 2/11

08:10-10:40

1 stop29h 30m

$626

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 22/1

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

$629

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Tue 21/10

22:55-08:25

1 stop30h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 28/10

13:35-09:05

1 stop22h 30m

$642

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to New Zealand

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to New Zealand?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New Zealand (average of $250). Flying from Cairns to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 CNS to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to New Zealand at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to New Zealand?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to New Zealand. Price data was last updated on 7 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to New Zealand flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 Zealand. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Cairns to New Zealand by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cairns (CNS), located 4.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairns to New Zealand.

  • How popular is this Cairns to New Zealand flight route?

    The Cairns to New Zealand flight path was viewed by 66 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 Cairns to New Zealand?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to New Zealand in 4h 55m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. There are 3883 km between Cairns and New Zealand. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to New Zealand?

    When deciding which route to take from Cairns to New Zealand, consider Cairns - Auckland Intl, Cairns - Christchurch or Cairns - Queenstown Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to New Zealand?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cairns to New Zealand consider choosing Singapore Airlines(73%), Air China(73%) or Virgin Australia(66%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to New Zealand?

    On average you can expect to pay $813 for a flight from Cairns to New Zealand. The cheapest flight overall is $431 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Auckland Intl) is currently priced at $493.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New Zealand (average of $250). Flying from Cairns to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to New Zealand. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$351Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$598Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$611Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$756Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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