Cheap flights from Cairns to New Zealand from $302
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to New Zealand
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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Zealand?
The cheapest month to fly to New Zealand from Cairns is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $637, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit New Zealand in February, then you should wait until May to fly from Cairns, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $654.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Zealand is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $882. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to New Zealand is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,351.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Zealand?
The cheapest time of day to fly to New Zealand is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $668. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New Zealand is in the morning when prices are around $1,168.
What is the cheapest Cairns to New Zealand flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Zealand?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Zealand from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Zealand for around $818 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Zealand from Cairns for as low as $551 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Cairns to New Zealand flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to New Zealand flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to New Zealand?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to New Zealand
Which airlines fly to New Zealand?
Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Zealand from Cairns according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New Zealand. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to New Zealand on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Cairns to New Zealand on average per day?
As of July 2025, 2 flights take off from Cairns and land in New Zealand each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00, with 68% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Cairns to New Zealand on average per week?
As of July 2025, 19 flights take off from Cairns and land in New Zealand each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 32% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
Cheap Cairns to New Zealand flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cairns to New Zealand
Best price found | $302 |
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Fastest flight time | 4h 40m |
Direct flights | Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri and Sun |
Airports in New Zealand | 4 airports |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to New Zealand?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to New Zealand were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to New Zealand?
The number of operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to New Zealand is 4 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to New Zealand?
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 Zealand.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Zealand?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Zealand 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 Zealand. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to New Zealand?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairns and New Zealand, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 50.98% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320neo with 24.51%, Airbus A321neo with 23.53%, and Airbus A320 Freighter with 0.98%.
Best airlines flying from Cairns to New Zealand
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cairns to New Zealand with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $374 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.5 457 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $621 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 408 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $740 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.0 494 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $878 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 873 reviews |
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Flights from Cairns to New Zealand with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
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