Cheap flights from Cairns to Wellington from $321

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22:55 - 19:00CNS-WLG
17h 05m1 stop
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19:45 - 10:40WLG-CNS
17h 55m1 stop
$500Jetstar
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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22:55 - 19:05CNS-WLG
17h 10m1 stop
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19:45 - 10:40WLG-CNS
17h 55m1 stop
$588Jetstar
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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22:55 - 19:00CNS-WLG
17h 05m1 stop
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13:10 - 09:05WLG-CNS
22h 55m2 stops
$614Jetstar
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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19:25 - 15:00CNS-WLG
16h 35m1 stop
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19:40 - 10:40WLG-CNS
18h 00m1 stop
$674Jetstar
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Thu, 2 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
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22:55 - 12:35CNS-WLG
10h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:10 - 10:40WLG-CNS
29h 30m1 stop
$714Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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06:00 - 08:35CNS-WLG
23h 35m2 stops
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15:55 - 09:05WLG-CNS
20h 10m1 stop
$773Jetstar
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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
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09:15 - 07:10CNS-WLG
18h 55m2 stops
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20:55 - 16:40WLG-CNS
22h 45m2 stops
$795Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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18:05 - 00:05CNS-WLG
27h 00m1 stop
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15:55 - 09:05WLG-CNS
20h 10m1 stop
$864Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
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15:35 - 07:50CNS-WLG
13h 15m2 stops
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17:45 - 21:00WLG-CNS
30h 15m2 stops
$867Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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06:00 - 15:20CNS-WLG
30h 20m1 stop
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16:20 - 09:20WLG-CNS
20h 00m1 stop
$935Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 31 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Wellington

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Wellington flight tickets
Jetstar
21 Oct
CNS22:55Cairns
17h 05m
1 stop
WLG19:00Wellington
28 Oct
WLG19:45Wellington
17h 55m
1 stop
CNS10:40Cairns
Jetstar
30 Oct
CNS22:55Cairns
17h 10m
1 stop
WLG19:05Wellington
6 Nov
WLG19:45Wellington
17h 55m
1 stop
CNS10:40Cairns
Jetstar
21 Oct
CNS22:55Cairns
17h 05m
1 stop
WLG19:00Wellington
28 Oct
WLG13:10Wellington
22h 55m
2 stops
CNS09:05Cairns

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CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 21/10

22:55-19:00

1 stop17h 05m

Wellington

Tue 28/10

19:45-10:40

1 stop17h 55m

$500

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 30/10

22:55-19:05

1 stop17h 10m

Wellington

Thu 6/11

19:45-10:40

1 stop17h 55m

$588

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 21/10

22:55-19:00

1 stop17h 05m

Wellington

Tue 28/10

13:10-09:05

2 stops22h 55m

$614

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 2/10

19:25-15:00

1 stop16h 35m

Wellington

Tue 7/10

19:40-10:40

1 stop18h 00m

$674

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 30/10

22:55-12:35

2 stops10h 40m

Wellington

Thu 6/11

08:10-10:40

1 stop29h 30m

$714

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-08:35

2 stops23h 35m

Wellington

Wed 5/11

15:55-09:05

1 stop20h 10m

$773

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 30/10

09:15-07:10

2 stops18h 55m

Wellington

Thu 6/11

20:55-16:40

2 stops22h 45m

$795

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 29/10

18:05-00:05

1 stop27h 00m

Wellington

Wed 5/11

15:55-09:05

1 stop20h 10m

$864

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 21/10

15:35-07:50

2 stops13h 15m

Wellington

Tue 28/10

17:45-21:00

2 stops30h 15m

$867

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 31/10

06:00-15:20

1 stop30h 20m

Wellington

Fri 7/11

16:20-09:20

1 stop20h 00m

$935

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Wellington from Cairns is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $757. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Wellington is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,091.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Wellington?

Flying to Wellington from Cairns at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $878 when looking at flights departing at midday. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $957. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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There are no direct flights from Cairns to Wellington. There are no popular flight routes 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 10h 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.

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  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Wellington

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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $959Free cancellationRating
7.5
907 reviews
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