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 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 July 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.

$387 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Wellington in 2026

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09:40 - 14:00

CNS

WLG

26h 20m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$702Jetstar

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

09:45 - 15:10

CNS

WLG

26h 25m

1 stop

16:05 - 08:35

WLG

CNS

19h 30m

1 stop

$719Multiple Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

07:30 - 07:05

CNS

WLG

21h 35m

2 stops

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$749Jetstar

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

09:45 - 07:05

CNS

WLG

18h 20m

2 stops

16:05 - 08:35

WLG

CNS

19h 30m

1 stop

$775Multiple Airlines

Tue, 10 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

09:40 - 08:35

CNS

WLG

20h 55m

2 stops

15:55 - 09:00

WLG

CNS

19h 05m

1 stop

$789Multiple Airlines

Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep

06:00 - 09:05

CNS

WLG

24h 05m

2 stops

16:05 - 23:05

WLG

CNS

10h 00m

1 stop

$795Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

07:00 - 19:00

CNS

WLG

9h 00m

1 stop

16:30 - 23:05

WLG

CNS

9h 35m

1 stop

$799Multiple Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

06:00 - 08:35

CNS

WLG

24h 35m

2 stops

08:15 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

28h 25m

1 stop

$805Jetstar

Tue, 18 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug

11:55 - 17:10

CNS

WLG

27h 15m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$806Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug

07:00 - 19:00

CNS

WLG

9h 00m

1 stop

20:30 - 09:05

WLG

CNS

39h 35m

2 stops

$810Jetstar

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

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Jetstar flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Jetstar

8 Sept

CNS09:40Cairns

26h 20m

1 stop

WLG14:00Wellington

15 Sept

WLG19:40Wellington

17h 00m

1 stop

CNS10:40Cairns

$702

Jetstar

8 Sept

CNS07:30Cairns

21h 35m

2 stops

WLG07:05Wellington

15 Sept

WLG19:40Wellington

17h 00m

1 stop

CNS10:40Cairns

$749

Jetstar

18 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

24h 35m

2 stops

WLG08:35Wellington

30 Aug

WLG08:15Wellington

28h 25m

1 stop

CNS10:40Cairns

$805

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Wellington

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Wellington flight tickets

Qantas Airways

8 Sept

CNS06:50Cairns

22h 15m

3 stops

WLG07:05Wellington

15 Sept

WLG08:30Wellington

16h 15m

2 stops

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,611

Qantas Airways

19 Aug

CNS09:25Cairns

20h 10m

3 stops

WLG07:35Wellington

26 Aug

WLG10:45Wellington

14h 00m

2 stops

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,787

Qantas Airways

18 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

13h 20m

2 stops

WLG21:20Wellington

30 Aug

WLG10:45Wellington

14h 00m

3 stops

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,856

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CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 8/9

09:40-14:00

1 stop26h 20m

Wellington

Tue 15/9

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$702

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 10/11

09:45-15:10

1 stop26h 25m

Wellington

Sun 15/11

16:05-08:35

1 stop19h 30m

$719

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 8/9

07:30-07:05

2 stops21h 35m

Wellington

Tue 15/9

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$749

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 10/11

09:45-07:05

2 stops18h 20m

Wellington

Sun 15/11

16:05-08:35

1 stop19h 30m

$775

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 5/9

09:40-08:35

2 stops20h 55m

Wellington

Sat 12/9

15:55-09:00

1 stop19h 05m

$789

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 16/11

06:00-09:05

2 stops24h 05m

Wellington

Mon 30/11

16:05-23:05

1 stop10h 00m

$795

Fastest return journey

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 13/10

07:00-19:00

1 stop9h 00m

Wellington

Tue 27/10

16:30-23:05

1 stop9h 35m

$799

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 18/8

06:00-08:35

2 stops24h 35m

Wellington

Sun 30/8

08:15-10:40

1 stop28h 25m

$805

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 18/8

11:55-17:10

1 stop27h 15m

Wellington

Sun 30/8

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$806

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Tue 13/10

07:00-19:00

1 stop9h 00m

Wellington

Tue 27/10

20:30-09:05

2 stops39h 35m

$810

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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 $468.

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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Fastest flight time	19h 25m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to Wellington takes 19h 25m

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 19h 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 July 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 $469	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 557 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $915	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,067 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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