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 April 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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07:00 - 19:00

CNS

WLG

10h 00m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$610Jetstar

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

15:45 - 07:10

CNS

WLG

13h 25m

2 stops

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$737Multiple Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

09:10 - 14:45

CNS

WLG

27h 35m

1 stop

20:15 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

16h 25m

1 stop

$769Multiple Airlines

Thu, 4 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

12:00 - 07:05

CNS

WLG

17h 05m

2 stops

20:15 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

16h 25m

1 stop

$770Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

09:25 - 07:10

CNS

WLG

19h 45m

2 stops

12:45 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

12h 00m

2 stops

$786Air New Zealand

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

06:45 - 00:10

CNS

WLG

15h 25m

1 stop

15:55 - 23:20

WLG

CNS

9h 25m

1 stop

$817Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

06:45 - 00:10

CNS

WLG

15h 25m

1 stop

15:40 - 23:20

WLG

CNS

9h 40m

1 stop

$822Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Jun - Fri, 12 Jun

06:45 - 00:10

CNS

WLG

15h 25m

1 stop

15:55 - 23:20

WLG

CNS

9h 25m

1 stop

$826Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

06:00 - 19:35

CNS

WLG

11h 35m

2 stops

15:55 - 23:20

WLG

CNS

9h 25m

1 stop

$832Multiple Airlines

Sat, 30 May - Sun, 7 Jun

07:00 - 21:45

CNS

WLG

12h 45m

1 stop

15:55 - 23:20

WLG

CNS

9h 25m

1 stop

$835Multiple Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Qantas Airways

1 June

CNS21:40Cairns

31h 55m

2 stops

WLG07:35Wellington

12 June

WLG14:35Wellington

10h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:40Cairns

$1,112

Qantas Airways

31 May

CNS21:40Cairns

13h 55m

1 stop

WLG13:35Wellington

7 June

WLG14:35Wellington

10h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:40Cairns

$1,113

Qantas Airways

1 June

CNS21:40Cairns

13h 55m

1 stop

WLG13:35Wellington

8 June

WLG08:30Wellington

16h 10m

2 stops

CNS22:40Cairns

$1,120

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Air New Zealand

2 June

CNS09:25Cairns

19h 45m

2 stops

WLG07:10Wellington

9 June

WLG12:45Wellington

12h 00m

2 stops

CNS22:45Cairns

$786

Air New Zealand

4 June

CNS11:55Cairns

7h 25m

1 stop

WLG21:20Wellington

12 June

WLG18:25Wellington

18h 20m

1 stop

CNS10:45Cairns

$933

Air New Zealand

4 June

CNS11:55Cairns

7h 25m

1 stop

WLG21:20Wellington

10 June

WLG15:55Wellington

8h 50m

1 stop

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,010

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CNS - WLG

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Cairns

Tue 2/6

07:00-19:00

1 stop10h 00m

Wellington

Tue 9/6

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$610

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 2/6

15:45-07:10

2 stops13h 25m

Wellington

Tue 9/6

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$737

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 4/6

09:10-14:45

1 stop27h 35m

Wellington

Tue 9/6

20:15-10:40

1 stop16h 25m

$769

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 3/6

12:00-07:05

2 stops17h 05m

Wellington

Tue 9/6

20:15-10:40

1 stop16h 25m

$770

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 2/6

09:25-07:10

2 stops19h 45m

Wellington

Tue 9/6

12:45-22:45

2 stops12h 00m

$786

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 3/6

06:45-00:10

1 stop15h 25m

Wellington

Tue 9/6

15:55-23:20

1 stop9h 25m

$817

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 3/6

06:45-00:10

1 stop15h 25m

Wellington

Fri 12/6

15:40-23:20

1 stop9h 40m

$822

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 3/6

06:45-00:10

1 stop15h 25m

Wellington

Thu 11/6

15:55-23:20

1 stop9h 25m

$826

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CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 30/5

06:00-19:35

2 stops11h 35m

Wellington

Sun 7/6

15:55-23:20

1 stop9h 25m

$832

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 2/6

07:00-21:45

1 stop12h 45m

Wellington

Wed 10/6

15:55-23:20

1 stop9h 25m

$835

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

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

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Fastest flight time	11h 40m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to Wellington takes 11h 40m

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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 11h 40m.
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 April 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 69% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Qantas Airways at 31%.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Wellington

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $458	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 539 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $893	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,027 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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