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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cairns from $155

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Jetstar Logo
08:20 - 10:55CHC-CNS
5h 35mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:15 - 15:10CNS-CHC
4h 55mdirect
$456Jetstar
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Mon, 8 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:20 - 11:00CHC-CNS
7h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:15 - 15:10CNS-CHC
4h 55mdirect
$623Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 8 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
Jetstar Logo
21:45 - 10:55AKL-CNS
16h 10m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 18:15CNS-AKL
9h 15m1 stop
$659Jetstar
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Jetstar Logo
20:55 - 10:55AKL-CNS
17h 00m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
14:25 - 05:05CNS-AKL
11h 40m1 stop
$682Jetstar
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Tue, 25 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:05 - 17:15AKL-CNS
12h 10m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 05:05CNS-AKL
8h 45m1 stop
$728Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 23:05ZQN-CNS
8h 35m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 16:40CNS-ZQN
7h 40m1 stop
$786Virgin Australia
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Thu, 25 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
Qantas Airways Logo
15:50 - 23:10CHC-CNS
9h 20m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 14:35CNS-CHC
18h 55m1 stop
$811Qantas Airways
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Sun, 3 May - Wed, 6 May
Qantas Airways Logo
16:35 - 16:55AKL-CNS
27h 20m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
11:50 - 00:55CNS-AKL
10h 05m1 stop
$825Qantas Airways
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Sat, 28 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 14:10CHC-CNS
10h 10m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
15:35 - 07:25CNS-CHC
13h 50m2 stops
$1,030Air New Zealand
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Sun, 3 May - Wed, 6 May
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 23:05WLG-CNS
20h 05m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 07:10CNS-WLG
22h 10m2 stops
$1,042Air New Zealand
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Fri, 20 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

Jetstar flights from New Zealand to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on New Zealand to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
8 Dec
CHC08:20Christchurch
5h 35m
CNS10:55Cairns
11 Dec
CNS07:15Cairns
4h 55m
CHC15:10Christchurch
$456
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Jetstar
25 Nov
AKL20:55Auckland Intl
17h 00m
1 stop
CNS10:55Cairns
28 Nov
CNS14:25Cairns
11h 40m
1 stop
AKL05:05Auckland Intl
$682
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Jetstar
8 Dec
CHC20:35Christchurch
27h 20m
2 stops
CNS20:55Cairns
11 Dec
CNS07:15Cairns
4h 55m
CHC15:10Christchurch
$695
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Qantas Airways flights from New Zealand to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on New Zealand to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
3 May
CHC15:50Christchurch
9h 20m
1 stop
CNS23:10Cairns
6 May
CNS17:40Cairns
18h 55m
1 stop
CHC14:35Christchurch
$811
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Qantas Airways
28 Mar
AKL16:35Auckland Intl
27h 20m
1 stop
CNS16:55Cairns
1 Apr
CNS11:50Cairns
10h 05m
1 stop
AKL00:55Auckland Intl
$825
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Qantas Airways
25 Jan
WLG16:20Wellington
9h 45m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
2 Feb
CNS12:35Cairns
8h 15m
1 stop
WLG23:50Wellington
$858
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 12 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Cairns that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 8/12

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

$456

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 8/12

06:20-11:00

1 stop7h 40m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

$623

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/3

21:45-10:55

1 stop16h 10m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

06:00-18:15

1 stop9h 15m

$659

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/11

20:55-10:55

1 stop17h 00m

Cairns

Fri 28/11

14:25-05:05

1 stop11h 40m

$682

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/3

08:05-17:15

1 stop12h 10m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

17:20-05:05

1 stop8h 45m

$728

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 25/12

17:30-23:05

1 stop8h 35m

Cairns

Thu 1/1

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

$786

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 3/5

15:50-23:10

1 stop9h 20m

Cairns

Wed 6/5

17:40-14:35

1 stop18h 55m

$811

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/3

16:35-16:55

1 stop27h 20m

Cairns

Wed 1/4

11:50-00:55

1 stop10h 05m

$825

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 3/5

06:00-14:10

1 stop10h 10m

Cairns

Wed 6/5

15:35-07:25

2 stops13h 50m

$1,030

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Fri 20/3

06:00-23:05

1 stop20h 05m

Cairns

Tue 24/3

06:00-07:10

2 stops22h 10m

$1,042

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New Zealand to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from New Zealand is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $739, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of October, then departing from New Zealand during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $765.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from New Zealand. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $664. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $986. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from New Zealand to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $735. Flying to Cairns at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $973 on average. Flights to Cairns from New Zealand in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New Zealand to Cairns flight route?

Fly from Christchurch to Cairns for the best New Zealand - Cairns flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from New Zealand when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $861 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from New Zealand for as low as $719 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New Zealand to Cairns flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New Zealand to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New Zealand to Cairns flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New Zealand to Cairns.

Cheap New Zealand to Cairns flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New Zealand to Cairns

Fastest flight time

5h 35m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu and Sat

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The fastest flight from New Zealand to Cairns takes 5h 35m
Direct flights go from New Zealand to Cairns on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is Jetstar..
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Zealand to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from New Zealand to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New Zealand to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New Zealand to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cairns 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 Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New Zealand to Cairns?

Best airlines flying from New Zealand to Cairns

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JetstarPriceFrom $309Free cancellationRating
6.6
482 reviews
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