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 May 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.

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11:55 - 21:20

CNS

WLG

7h 25m

1 stop

18:45 - 10:45

WLG

CNS

18h 00m

1 stop

$812Air New Zealand

Mon, 6 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

11:20 - 08:40

CNS

WLG

19h 20m

2 stops

18:45 - 10:45

WLG

CNS

18h 00m

1 stop

$859Air New Zealand

Mon, 6 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

13:40 - 08:40

CNS

WLG

17h 00m

2 stops

19:25 - 17:00

WLG

CNS

23h 35m

2 stops

$1,016Multiple Airlines

Mon, 6 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul

19:10 - 23:55

CNS

WLG

26h 45m

1 stop

15:40 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

9h 05m

1 stop

$1,140Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

06:45 - 18:40

CNS

WLG

33h 55m

2 stops

15:40 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

9h 05m

1 stop

$1,145Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

06:45 - 23:55

CNS

WLG

15h 10m

1 stop

15:40 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

9h 05m

1 stop

$1,155Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

12:00 - 07:35

CNS

WLG

17h 35m

2 stops

15:40 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

9h 05m

1 stop

$1,157Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

19:10 - 23:55

CNS

WLG

26h 45m

1 stop

15:40 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

9h 05m

1 stop

$1,158Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

12:00 - 07:35

CNS

WLG

17h 35m

2 stops

15:40 - 11:15

WLG

CNS

21h 35m

1 stop

$1,165Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

19:10 - 23:55

CNS

WLG

26h 45m

1 stop

15:40 - 11:15

WLG

CNS

21h 35m

1 stop

$1,166Qantas Airways

Wed, 10 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Qantas Airways

10 June

CNS19:10Cairns

26h 45m

1 stop

WLG23:55Wellington

14 June

WLG15:40Wellington

9h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,140

Qantas Airways

10 June

CNS06:45Cairns

33h 55m

2 stops

WLG18:40Wellington

14 June

WLG15:40Wellington

9h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,145

Qantas Airways

10 June

CNS06:45Cairns

15h 10m

1 stop

WLG23:55Wellington

14 June

WLG15:40Wellington

9h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,155

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to Wellington

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

Air New Zealand

6 July

CNS11:55Cairns

7h 25m

1 stop

WLG21:20Wellington

13 July

WLG18:45Wellington

18h 00m

1 stop

CNS10:45Cairns

$812

Air New Zealand

6 July

CNS11:20Cairns

19h 20m

2 stops

WLG08:40Wellington

13 July

WLG18:45Wellington

18h 00m

1 stop

CNS10:45Cairns

$859

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11:55-21:20

1 stop7h 25m

Wellington

Mon 13/7

18:45-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

$812

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Cairns

Mon 6/7

11:20-08:40

2 stops19h 20m

Wellington

Mon 13/7

18:45-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

$859

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 6/7

13:40-08:40

2 stops17h 00m

Wellington

Mon 13/7

19:25-17:00

2 stops23h 35m

$1,016

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 10/6

19:10-23:55

1 stop26h 45m

Wellington

Sun 14/6

15:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

$1,140

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 10/6

06:45-18:40

2 stops33h 55m

Wellington

Sun 14/6

15:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

$1,145

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CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 10/6

06:45-23:55

1 stop15h 10m

Wellington

Sun 14/6

15:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

$1,155

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 10/6

12:00-07:35

2 stops17h 35m

Wellington

Sun 14/6

15:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

$1,157

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 10/6

19:10-23:55

1 stop26h 45m

Wellington

Sun 14/6

15:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

$1,158

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 10/6

12:00-07:35

2 stops17h 35m

Wellington

Sat 13/6

15:40-11:15

1 stop21h 35m

$1,165

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 10/6

19:10-23:55

1 stop26h 45m

Wellington

Sat 13/6

15:40-11:15

1 stop21h 35m

$1,166

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Wellington

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

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

When to book flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Fastest flight time	7h 25m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to Wellington takes 7h 25m

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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 7h 25m.
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 May 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 68% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Qantas Airways at 32%.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Wellington

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $459	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 543 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $896	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,041 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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