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.

$470 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Wellington in 2026/27

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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

$687Jetstar

Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb

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

26h 55m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

18:00 - 08:30WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

17h 30m2 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne

$860Jetstar

Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb

09:45 - 15:10CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

26h 25m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast

16:30 - 11:20WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

21h 50m1 stop Brisbane

$928Multiple Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

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

26h 55m2 stops Melbourne Coolangatta Gold Coast

20:05 - 16:50WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

23h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Brisbane

$951Multiple Airlines

Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb

11:15 - 22:20CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

32h 05m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl

20:55 - 14:55WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

21h 00m2 stops Christchurch Brisbane

$992Air New Zealand

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

14:40 - 13:30CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

19h 50m1 stop Melbourne

20:55 - 14:55WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

21h 00m2 stops Christchurch Brisbane

$998Multiple Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

13:50 - 15:30CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

22h 40m1 stop Brisbane

20:05 - 15:15WLG Wellington-CNS Cairns

22h 10m1 stop Melbourne

$1,167Qantas Airways

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan

12:35 - 23:50CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

8h 15m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

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

9h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$1,173Qantas Airways

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan

11:40 - 07:05CNS Cairns-WLG Wellington

16h 25m2 stops Melbourne Auckland Intl

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

9h 10m1 stop Brisbane

$1,178Qantas 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

$1,180Qantas 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

$687

Jetstar

20 Feb

CNS09:45Cairns

26h 55m

1 stop

WLG15:40Wellington

26 Feb

WLG18:00Wellington

17h 30m

2 stops

CNS08:30Cairns

$860

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to Wellington

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

Air New Zealand

10 Nov

CNS11:15Cairns

32h 05m

2 stops

WLG22:20Wellington

17 Nov

WLG20:55Wellington

21h 00m

2 stops

CNS14:55Cairns

$992

Air New Zealand

18 Nov

CNS13:50Cairns

23h 35m

2 stops

WLG16:25Wellington

21 Nov

WLG12:50Wellington

24h 40m

2 stops

CNS10:30Cairns

$1,005

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CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

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Cairns

Sat 20/2

09:45-15:40

1 stop26h 55m

Wellington

Fri 26/2

16:40-09:05

1 stop19h 25m

$687

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 20/2

09:45-15:40

1 stop26h 55m

Wellington

Fri 26/2

18:00-08:30

2 stops17h 30m

$860

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 10/11

09:45-15:10

1 stop26h 25m

Wellington

Tue 17/11

16:30-11:20

1 stop21h 50m

$928

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 20/2

09:45-15:40

2 stops26h 55m

Wellington

Fri 26/2

20:05-16:50

2 stops23h 45m

$951

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 10/11

11:15-22:20

2 stops32h 05m

Wellington

Tue 17/11

20:55-14:55

2 stops21h 00m

$992

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 10/11

14:40-13:30

1 stop19h 50m

Wellington

Tue 17/11

20:55-14:55

2 stops21h 00m

$998

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 11/1

13:50-15:30

1 stop22h 40m

Wellington

Mon 18/1

20:05-15:15

1 stop22h 10m

$1,167

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CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 11/1

12:35-23:50

1 stop8h 15m

Wellington

Mon 18/1

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

$1,173

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 11/1

11:40-07:05

2 stops16h 25m

Wellington

Mon 18/1

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

$1,178

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

$1,180

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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 Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Wellington

When to book flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Best price found	$470
Fastest flight time	14h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Wellington from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $470. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Wellington found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $687.

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 71% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Qantas Airways at 29%.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Wellington

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Jetstar	PriceFrom $466	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 569 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,042	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,102 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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