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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07:00 - 19:00

CNS

WLG

10h 00m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$670Jetstar

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

11:55 - 14:20

CNS

WLG

24h 25m

1 stop

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$771Multiple Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Tue, 4 Aug

07:00 - 07:50

CNS

WLG

22h 50m

2 stops

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$789Jetstar

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

07:00 - 07:35

CNS

WLG

22h 35m

2 stops

19:40 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

17h 00m

1 stop

$842Multiple Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Tue, 4 Aug

07:00 - 07:50

CNS

WLG

22h 50m

2 stops

15:00 - 09:20

WLG

CNS

20h 20m

2 stops

$845Jetstar

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

06:00 - 07:50

CNS

WLG

23h 50m

2 stops

12:45 - 10:45

WLG

CNS

24h 00m

1 stop

$866Air New Zealand

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

19:10 - 16:40

CNS

WLG

19h 30m

2 stops

07:40 - 11:15

WLG

CNS

29h 35m

2 stops

$924Multiple Airlines

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

17:40 - 14:45

CNS

WLG

19h 05m

1 stop

08:45 - 10:45

WLG

CNS

28h 00m

1 stop

$928Air New Zealand

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

06:00 - 20:35

CNS

WLG

12h 35m

2 stops

13:05 - 10:40

WLG

CNS

23h 35m

2 stops

$963Jetstar

Mon, 3 Aug - Tue, 4 Aug

21:10 - 18:35

CNS

WLG

19h 25m

2 stops

14:35 - 22:40

WLG

CNS

10h 05m

1 stop

$1,071Qantas Airways

Thu, 11 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun

Air New Zealand flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Air New Zealand

29 May

CNS06:00Cairns

23h 50m

2 stops

WLG07:50Wellington

5 June

WLG12:45Wellington

24h 00m

1 stop

CNS10:45Cairns

$866

Air New Zealand

29 May

CNS17:40Cairns

19h 05m

1 stop

WLG14:45Wellington

5 June

WLG08:45Wellington

28h 00m

1 stop

CNS10:45Cairns

$928

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Qantas Airways

11 June

CNS21:10Cairns

19h 25m

2 stops

WLG18:35Wellington

13 June

WLG14:35Wellington

10h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:40Cairns

$1,071

Qantas Airways

11 June

CNS21:10Cairns

19h 25m

2 stops

WLG18:35Wellington

13 June

WLG14:35Wellington

10h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:40Cairns

$1,072

Qantas Airways

11 June

CNS21:10Cairns

19h 25m

2 stops

WLG18:35Wellington

13 June

WLG14:35Wellington

10h 05m

1 stop

CNS22:40Cairns

$1,079

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Cairns

Sun 14/6

07:00-19:00

1 stop10h 00m

Wellington

Sun 21/6

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$670

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CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 3/8

11:55-14:20

1 stop24h 25m

Wellington

Tue 4/8

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$771

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sun 14/6

07:00-07:50

2 stops22h 50m

Wellington

Sun 21/6

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$789

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 3/8

07:00-07:35

2 stops22h 35m

Wellington

Tue 4/8

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

$842

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sun 14/6

07:00-07:50

2 stops22h 50m

Wellington

Sun 21/6

15:00-09:20

2 stops20h 20m

$845

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 29/5

06:00-07:50

2 stops23h 50m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

12:45-10:45

1 stop24h 00m

$866

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 29/5

19:10-16:40

2 stops19h 30m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

07:40-11:15

2 stops29h 35m

$924

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 29/5

17:40-14:45

1 stop19h 05m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

08:45-10:45

1 stop28h 00m

$928

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 3/8

06:00-20:35

2 stops12h 35m

Wellington

Tue 4/8

13:05-10:40

2 stops23h 35m

$963

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 11/6

21:10-18:35

2 stops19h 25m

Wellington

Sat 13/6

14:35-22:40

1 stop10h 05m

$1,071

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

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

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Fastest flight time	19h 25m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to Wellington takes 19h 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 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 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 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 $454	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 538 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $886	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,030 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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