What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Wellington?

Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Wellington

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Wellington 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 Wellington Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Wellington Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Wellington Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$382 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Wellington in 2026

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09:45 - 15:40CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

26h 55m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

16:40 - 09:05WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

19h 25m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

$699Jetstar

Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb

19:25 - 15:00CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

16h 35m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

08:15 - 10:40WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

29h 25m1 stop Christchurch

$763Jetstar

Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

07:00 - 07:35CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

21h 35m1 stop Christchurch

21:25 - 09:05WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

38h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Coolangatta Gold Coast

$784Jetstar

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

19:25 - 15:00CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

16h 35m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

19:40 - 10:40WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

18h 00m1 stop Christchurch

$788Jetstar

Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

07:00 - 07:35CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

21h 35m1 stop Christchurch

16:05 - 08:35WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

19h 30m1 stop Brisbane

$808Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

14:40 - 08:10CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

14h 30m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

16:40 - 09:05WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

19h 25m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

$838Multiple Airlines

Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb

09:10 - 14:20CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

26h 10m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

16:00 - 09:05WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

20h 05m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

$924Multiple Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

10:15 - 13:30CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

24h 15m1 stop Melbourne

14:35 - 22:10WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

10h 35m1 stop Melbourne

$1,080Qantas Airways

Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

06:40 - 23:50CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

14h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

16:30 - 22:40WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

9h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$1,159Qantas Airways

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan

06:40 - 23:50CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

14h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

16:30 - 22:40WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

9h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$1,160Qantas Airways

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan

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Jetstar flights from Cairns to Wellington

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Wellington flight tickets

Jetstar

20 Feb

CNS09:45Cairns

26h 55m

1 stop

WLG15:40Wellington

26 Feb

WLG16:40Wellington

19h 25m

1 stop

CNS09:05Cairns

$699

Jetstar

1 Oct

CNS19:25Cairns

16h 35m

1 stop

WLG15:00Wellington

11 Oct

WLG08:15Wellington

29h 25m

1 stop

CNS10:40Cairns

$763

Jetstar

18 Oct

CNS07:00Cairns

21h 35m

1 stop

WLG07:35Wellington

25 Oct

WLG21:25Wellington

38h 40m

2 stops

CNS09:05Cairns

$784

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to Wellington

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Cairns to Wellington flight tickets

Air New Zealand

16 Nov

CNS17:40Cairns

25h 40m

2 stops

WLG22:20Wellington

19 Nov

WLG20:05Wellington

21h 50m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$953

Air New Zealand

1 Oct

CNS11:20Cairns

16h 50m

2 stops

WLG07:10Wellington

11 Oct

WLG06:00Wellington

13h 55m

2 stops

CNS16:55Cairns

$1,289

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CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 20/2

09:45-15:40

1 stop26h 55m

Wellington

Fri 26/2

16:40-09:05

1 stop19h 25m

$699

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 1/10

19:25-15:00

1 stop16h 35m

Wellington

Sun 11/10

08:15-10:40

1 stop29h 25m

$763

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sun 18/10

07:00-07:35

1 stop21h 35m

Wellington

Sun 25/10

21:25-09:05

2 stops38h 40m

$784

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 1/10

19:25-15:00

1 stop16h 35m

Wellington

Sun 11/10

19:40-10:40

1 stop18h 00m

$788

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sun 18/10

07:00-07:35

1 stop21h 35m

Wellington

Sun 25/10

16:05-08:35

1 stop19h 30m

$808

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 20/2

14:40-08:10

2 stops14h 30m

Wellington

Fri 26/2

16:40-09:05

1 stop19h 25m

$838

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 16/10

09:10-14:20

2 stops26h 10m

Wellington

Fri 23/10

16:00-09:05

1 stop20h 05m

$924

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 16/11

10:15-13:30

1 stop24h 15m

Wellington

Thu 19/11

14:35-22:10

1 stop10h 35m

$1,080

Fastest return journey

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 11/1

06:40-23:50

1 stop14h 10m

Wellington

Mon 18/1

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

$1,159

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 11/1

06:40-23:50

1 stop14h 10m

Wellington

Mon 18/1

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

$1,160

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Wellington

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Wellington?

The cheapest month to fly to Wellington from Cairns is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Wellington, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $454.

When to book flights from Cairns to Wellington

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

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Best price found	$382
Fastest flight time	14h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Wellington from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $382. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Wellington found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $699.

The fastest flight from Cairns to Wellington takes 14h 10m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Wellington

How far is Cairns to Wellington by plane?
The distance between Cairns and Wellington is about 3870.9 km. By plane, this route typically takes 14h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Wellington 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 Wellington Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wellington Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Wellington Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Wellington Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Wellington?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cairns to Wellington is Jetstar, representing 70% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Qantas Airways at 30%.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Wellington

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $454	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 568 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,016	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,090 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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