What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to New York?

Qantas Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Cairns to New York

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to New York?

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to New York were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to New York?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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06:00 - 07:58CNS-JFK

40h 58m2 stops

14:30 - 11:50JFK-CNS

30h 20m2 stops

$1,485American Airlines

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Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

11:25 - 05:45CNS-JFK

33h 20m1 stop

09:00 - 09:55JFK-CNS

33h 55m1 stop

$1,504Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

06:00 - 16:53CNS-EWR

25h 53m2 stops

18:25 - 14:00EWR-CNS

28h 35m2 stops

$1,614Air Canada

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Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

06:00 - 16:53CNS-EWR

25h 53m2 stops

18:25 - 14:00EWR-CNS

28h 35m2 stops

$1,625Air Canada

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Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

06:00 - 16:53CNS-EWR

25h 53m2 stops

18:25 - 14:00EWR-CNS

28h 35m2 stops

$1,631Air Canada

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Thu, 5 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

07:45 - 05:45CNS-JFK

37h 00m2 stops

09:00 - 09:55JFK-CNS

33h 55m1 stop

$1,671Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

06:00 - 16:56CNS-EWR

25h 56m2 stops

18:00 - 14:00EWR-CNS

29h 00m2 stops

$1,772United Airlines

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Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

06:00 - 21:33CNS-LGA

30h 33m3 stops

11:59 - 11:50LGA-CNS

32h 51m3 stops

$1,939Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

12:35 - 20:59CNS-LGA

47h 24m2 stops

16:05 - 14:05LGA-CNS

31h 00m2 stops

$2,678Qantas Airways

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Thu, 26 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

12:35 - 21:57CNS-LGA

48h 22m2 stops

15:10 - 11:00LGA-CNS

28h 50m2 stops

$2,697Qantas Airways

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Thu, 26 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

American Airlines flights from Cairns to New York

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American Airlines

22 Jan

CNS06:00Cairns

40h 58m

2 stops

JFK07:58New York John F Kennedy Intl

27 Jan

JFK14:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 20m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

$1,485

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American Airlines

18 Dec

CNS06:00Cairns

32h 46m

2 stops

JFK23:46New York John F Kennedy Intl

31 Dec

JFK08:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 00m

2 stops

CNS11:00Cairns

$9,396

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American Airlines

18 Dec

CNS06:00Cairns

27h 40m

2 stops

JFK18:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

2 Jan

JFK11:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 00m

2 stops

CNS11:00Cairns

$9,820

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Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to New York

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Cathay Pacific

22 Jan

CNS11:25Cairns

33h 20m

1 stop

JFK05:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

27 Jan

JFK09:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

$1,504

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Cathay Pacific

26 Feb

CNS11:25Cairns

39h 35m

1 stop

JFK12:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

1 Mar

JFK01:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

48h 05m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

$1,952

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Cathay Pacific

26 Feb

CNS11:25Cairns

33h 20m

1 stop

JFK05:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

1 Mar

JFK01:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

48h 05m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

$1,966

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CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Thu 22/1

06:00-07:58

2 stops40h 58m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 27/1

14:30-11:50

2 stops30h 20m

$1,485

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Thu 22/1

11:25-05:45

1 stop33h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 27/1

09:00-09:55

1 stop33h 55m

$1,504

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 5/2

06:00-16:53

2 stops25h 53m

Newark

Mon 9/2

18:25-14:00

2 stops28h 35m

$1,614

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 5/2

06:00-16:53

2 stops25h 53m

Newark

Mon 9/2

18:25-14:00

2 stops28h 35m

$1,625

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 5/2

06:00-16:53

2 stops25h 53m

Newark

Mon 9/2

18:25-14:00

2 stops28h 35m

$1,631

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Thu 22/1

07:45-05:45

2 stops37h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 27/1

09:00-09:55

1 stop33h 55m

$1,671

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 22/1

06:00-16:56

2 stops25h 56m

Newark

Tue 27/1

18:00-14:00

2 stops29h 00m

$1,772

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Thu 22/1

06:00-21:33

3 stops30h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 27/1

11:59-11:50

3 stops32h 51m

$1,939

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Thu 26/2

12:35-20:59

2 stops47h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/3

16:05-14:05

2 stops31h 00m

$2,678

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Thu 26/2

12:35-21:57

2 stops48h 22m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/3

15:10-11:00

2 stops28h 50m

$2,697

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from Cairns. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $2,375. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Cairns because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $3,082.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest Cairns to New York flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to New York in the morning for as low as $2,375. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is in the afternoon when prices are around $3,082.

When to book flights from Cairns to New York

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Fastest flight time	25h 56m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to New York takes 25h 56m

There are no direct flights from Cairns to New York. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to New York.

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How far is Cairns to New York by plane?
A flight from Cairns to New York will travel around 15372.1 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 25h 53m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to New York were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to New York?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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