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Cheap flights from Cairns to Queenstown from $311

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Virgin Australia Logo
17:20 - 16:40
CNS
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ZQN
20h 20m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
17:40 - 19:10
ZQN
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CNS
28h 30m
1 stop
$610Virgin Australia
Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
17:35 - 14:15
CNS
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ZQN
17h 40m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:00 - 23:55
ZQN
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CNS
12h 55m
1 stop
$665Virgin Australia
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 16:40
CNS
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ZQN
7h 40m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
17:40 - 10:25
ZQN
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CNS
19h 45m
2 stops
$685Virgin Australia
Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 13:10
CNS
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ZQN
19h 30m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
17:40 - 10:25
ZQN
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CNS
19h 45m
2 stops
$721Virgin Australia
Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:55 - 13:10
CNS
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ZQN
10h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:50 - 08:20
ZQN
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CNS
14h 30m
1 stop
$758Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
23:55 - 13:10
CNS
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ZQN
10h 15m
1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
14:25 - 23:20
ZQN
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CNS
11h 55m
2 stops
$805Virgin Australia
Sun, 22 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
23:55 - 16:40
CNS
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ZQN
13h 45m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
14:00 - 23:55
ZQN
-
CNS
12h 55m
1 stop
$865Virgin Australia
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
15:45 - 15:35
CNS
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ZQN
21h 50m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 22:45
ZQN
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CNS
8h 15m
1 stop
$1,101Qantas Airways
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
Qantas Airways Logo
13:55 - 15:35
CNS
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ZQN
23h 40m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 22:45
ZQN
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CNS
8h 15m
1 stop
$1,103Qantas Airways
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 15:35
CNS
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ZQN
26h 15m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 22:45
ZQN
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CNS
8h 15m
1 stop
$1,109Qantas Airways
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Queenstown

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Queenstown flight tickets
Qantas Airways
23 May
CNS15:45Cairns
21h 50m
1 stop
ZQN15:35Queenstown Intl
27 May
ZQN16:30Queenstown Intl
8h 15m
1 stop
CNS22:45Cairns
$1,101
Qantas Airways
23 May
CNS13:55Cairns
23h 40m
1 stop
ZQN15:35Queenstown Intl
27 May
ZQN16:30Queenstown Intl
8h 15m
1 stop
CNS22:45Cairns
$1,103
Qantas Airways
23 May
CNS11:20Cairns
26h 15m
1 stop
ZQN15:35Queenstown Intl
27 May
ZQN16:30Queenstown Intl
8h 15m
1 stop
CNS22:45Cairns
$1,109

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Queenstown

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Queenstown flight tickets
Virgin Australia
24 Mar
CNS17:20Cairns
20h 20m
1 stop
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
31 Mar
ZQN17:40Queenstown Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
CNS19:10Cairns
$610
Virgin Australia
5 Mar
CNS17:35Cairns
17h 40m
1 stop
ZQN14:15Queenstown Intl
12 Mar
ZQN14:00Queenstown Intl
12h 55m
1 stop
CNS23:55Cairns
$665
Virgin Australia
24 Mar
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 40m
1 stop
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
31 Mar
ZQN17:40Queenstown Intl
19h 45m
2 stops
CNS10:25Cairns
$685

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Queenstown 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 8 February 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Tue 24/3

17:20-16:40

1 stop20h 20m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 31/3

17:40-19:10

1 stop28h 30m

$610

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 5/3

17:35-14:15

1 stop17h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/3

14:00-23:55

1 stop12h 55m

$665

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Tue 24/3

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 31/3

17:40-10:25

2 stops19h 45m

$685

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Tue 24/3

14:40-13:10

2 stops19h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 31/3

17:40-10:25

2 stops19h 45m

$721

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sun 22/3

23:55-13:10

1 stop10h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 29/3

20:50-08:20

1 stop14h 30m

$758

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sun 22/3

23:55-13:10

1 stop10h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 29/3

14:25-23:20

2 stops11h 55m

$805

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Thu 5/3

23:55-16:40

2 stops13h 45m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 12/3

14:00-23:55

1 stop12h 55m

$865

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sat 23/5

15:45-15:35

1 stop21h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/5

16:30-22:45

1 stop8h 15m

$1,101

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sat 23/5

13:55-15:35

1 stop23h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/5

16:30-22:45

1 stop8h 15m

$1,103

CairnsQueenstown

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sat 23/5

11:20-15:35

1 stop26h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/5

16:30-22:45

1 stop8h 15m

$1,109

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Queenstown?

The month of May is another great option to travel to Queenstown, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $665.

How have Cairns to Queenstown flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Cairns to Queenstown flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

17h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cairns to Queenstown takes 17h 40m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to Queenstown. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to Queenstown.
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  • How far is Cairns to Queenstown Intl by plane?

    Queenstown Intl is 3780.5 km away from Cairns. Flights usually cover this in 17h 40m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Queenstown Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Queenstown Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Queenstown Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Queenstown?

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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $577Free cancellationRating
7.6
436 reviews
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