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Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Wellington Airport are updated daily.

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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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09:40 - 07:05

CNS

WLG

19h 25m

2 stops

08:45 - 10:45

WLG

CNS

28h 00m

1 stop

$815Multiple Airlines

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

21:40 - 07:10

CNS

WLG

31h 30m

2 stops

08:55 - 10:45

WLG

CNS

27h 50m

1 stop

$819Multiple Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

15:35 - 14:45

CNS

WLG

21h 10m

1 stop

15:55 - 23:20

WLG

CNS

9h 25m

1 stop

$837Multiple Airlines

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

21:40 - 07:10

CNS

WLG

31h 30m

2 stops

08:55 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

15h 50m

2 stops

$850Multiple Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

17:40 - 14:45

CNS

WLG

19h 05m

1 stop

17:45 - 10:45

WLG

CNS

19h 00m

1 stop

$882Air New Zealand

Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

21:40 - 19:00

CNS

WLG

19h 20m

2 stops

19:10 - 14:20

WLG

CNS

21h 10m

2 stops

$931Jetstar

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

11:20 - 07:05

CNS

WLG

17h 45m

3 stops

13:05 - 22:45

WLG

CNS

11h 40m

2 stops

$1,733Qantas Airways

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

06:00 - 14:40

CNS

WLG

6h 40m

1 stop

16:40 - 08:30

WLG

CNS

18h 50m

1 stop

$2,023Multiple Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

11:20 - 14:40

CNS

WLG

25h 20m

1 stop

20:15 - 10:35

WLG

CNS

17h 20m

2 stops

$2,220Qantas Airways

Fri, 18 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

11:20 - 23:55

CNS

WLG

10h 35m

2 stops

06:00 - 16:55

WLG

CNS

12h 55m

3 stops

$2,561Qantas Airways

Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Wellington

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Qantas Airways

29 May

CNS11:20Cairns

17h 45m

3 stops

WLG07:05Wellington

5 June

WLG13:05Wellington

11h 40m

2 stops

CNS22:45Cairns

$1,733

Qantas Airways

18 Sept

CNS11:20Cairns

25h 20m

1 stop

WLG14:40Wellington

3 Oct

WLG20:15Wellington

17h 20m

2 stops

CNS10:35Cairns

$2,220

Qantas Airways

1 June

CNS11:20Cairns

10h 35m

2 stops

WLG23:55Wellington

8 June

WLG06:00Wellington

12h 55m

3 stops

CNS16:55Cairns

$2,561

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CNS - WLG

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Cairns

Fri 29/5

09:40-07:05

2 stops19h 25m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

08:45-10:45

1 stop28h 00m

$815

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 1/6

21:40-07:10

2 stops31h 30m

Wellington

Mon 8/6

08:55-10:45

1 stop27h 50m

$819

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 29/5

15:35-14:45

1 stop21h 10m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

15:55-23:20

1 stop9h 25m

$837

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 1/6

21:40-07:10

2 stops31h 30m

Wellington

Mon 8/6

08:55-22:45

2 stops15h 50m

$850

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 1/6

17:40-14:45

1 stop19h 05m

Wellington

Mon 8/6

17:45-10:45

1 stop19h 00m

$882

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 29/5

21:40-19:00

2 stops19h 20m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

19:10-14:20

2 stops21h 10m

$931

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 29/5

11:20-07:05

3 stops17h 45m

Wellington

Fri 5/6

13:05-22:45

2 stops11h 40m

$1,733

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 18/9

06:00-14:40

1 stop6h 40m

Wellington

Sat 3/10

16:40-08:30

1 stop18h 50m

$2,023

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Fri 18/9

11:20-14:40

1 stop25h 20m

Wellington

Sat 3/10

20:15-10:35

2 stops17h 20m

$2,220

Fastest return journey

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Mon 1/6

11:20-23:55

2 stops10h 35m

Wellington

Mon 8/6

06:00-16:55

3 stops12h 55m

$2,561

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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	19h 40m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to Wellington takes 19h 40m

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 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 $456	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 540 reviews		Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $890	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,020 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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