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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11:25 - 12:00

CNS

JFK

39h 35m1 stop

09:00 - 16:50

JFK

CNS

40h 50m2 stops

$2,012Cathay Pacific

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

11:25 - 05:45

CNS

JFK

33h 20m1 stop

01:45 - 16:50

JFK

CNS

48h 05m2 stops

$2,018Cathay Pacific

Thu, 12 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

17:35 - 16:07

CNS

LGA

37h 32m2 stops

17:13 - 11:00

LGA

CNS

26h 47m2 stops

$2,089Qantas Airways

Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan

14:50 - 18:59

CNS

LGA

43h 09m2 stops

16:59 - 11:00

LGA

CNS

27h 01m2 stops

$2,137Qantas Airways

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

06:00 - 16:53

CNS

EWR

25h 53m2 stops

18:25 - 14:00

EWR

CNS

28h 35m2 stops

$2,466Air Canada

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

06:00 - 16:53

CNS

EWR

25h 53m2 stops

18:25 - 14:00

EWR

CNS

28h 35m2 stops

$2,472Air Canada

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

15:35 - 11:25

CNS

LGA

34h 50m3 stops

17:13 - 11:00

LGA

CNS

26h 47m2 stops

$2,763Multiple Airlines

Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan

11:35 - 21:10

CNS

EWR

48h 35m3 stops

23:45 - 10:45

EWR

CNS

44h 00m3 stops

$3,158Emirates

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

11:35 - 21:10

CNS

EWR

48h 35m3 stops

23:45 - 10:45

EWR

CNS

44h 00m3 stops

$3,164Emirates

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

12:05 - 07:50

CNS

LGA

34h 45m3 stops

08:50 - 06:00

LGA

CNS

30h 10m3 stops

$3,524Multiple Airlines

Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan

Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to New York

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Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

CNS11:25Cairns

39h 35m

1 stop

JFK12:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

16 Feb

JFK09:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

40h 50m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

$2,012

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Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

CNS11:25Cairns

33h 20m

1 stop

JFK05:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

15 Feb

JFK01:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

48h 05m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

$2,018

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Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to New York

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Qantas Airways

23 Jan

CNS17:35Cairns

37h 20m

2 stops

JFK15:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

30 Jan

JFK16:56New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 04m

2 stops

CNS11:00Cairns

$2,089

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Qantas Airways

12 Feb

CNS14:50Cairns

43h 09m

2 stops

LGA18:59New York LaGuardia

16 Feb

LGA16:59New York LaGuardia

27h 01m

2 stops

CNS11:00Cairns

$2,137

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Qantas Airways

12 Feb

CNS15:35Cairns

40h 29m

2 stops

JFK17:04New York John F Kennedy Intl

16 Feb

JFK16:38New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 22m

2 stops

CNS11:00Cairns

$2,142

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CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:25-12:00

1 stop39h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/2

09:00-16:50

2 stops40h 50m

$2,012

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:25-05:45

1 stop33h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/2

01:45-16:50

2 stops48h 05m

$2,018

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Fri 23/1

17:35-16:07

2 stops37h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 30/1

17:13-11:00

2 stops26h 47m

$2,089

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Thu 12/2

14:50-18:59

2 stops43h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

16:59-11:00

2 stops27h 01m

$2,137

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 12/2

06:00-16:53

2 stops25h 53m

Newark

Mon 16/2

18:25-14:00

2 stops28h 35m

$2,466

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 12/2

06:00-16:53

2 stops25h 53m

Newark

Mon 16/2

18:25-14:00

2 stops28h 35m

$2,472

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Fri 23/1

15:35-11:25

3 stops34h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 30/1

17:13-11:00

2 stops26h 47m

$2,763

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:35-21:10

3 stops48h 35m

Newark

Mon 16/2

23:45-10:45

3 stops44h 00m

$3,158

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:35-21:10

3 stops48h 35m

Newark

Mon 16/2

23:45-10:45

3 stops44h 00m

$3,164

CairnsNew York

CNS - LGA

CNSLGA

Cairns

Fri 23/1

12:05-07:50

3 stops34h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 30/1

08:50-06:00

3 stops30h 10m

$3,524

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to New York

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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 $2,338. 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 $3,034.

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 $2,338. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is in the afternoon when prices are around $3,034.

When to book flights from Cairns to New York

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cairns to New York according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	30h 33m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Cairns to New York takes 30h 33m

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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