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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Cairns from $386

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Queenstown to Cairns departing on 29/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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13:05 - 10:40ZQN-CNS
24h 35m1 stop
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22:55 - 08:20CNS-ZQN
30h 25m1 stop
$593
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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13:35 - 09:05ZQN-CNS
22h 30m1 stop
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22:55 - 08:20CNS-ZQN
30h 25m1 stop
$636
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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13:35 - 09:05ZQN-CNS
22h 30m1 stop
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22:55 - 08:20CNS-ZQN
30h 25m1 stop
$641
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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17:30 - 10:40ZQN-CNS
20h 10m2 stops
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22:55 - 08:20CNS-ZQN
30h 25m1 stop
$675
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
Jetstar Logo
20:50 - 08:20ZQN-CNS
14h 30m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
15:50 - 16:50CNS-ZQN
22h 00m2 stops
$830Jetstar
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Fri, 31 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov
Jetstar Logo
20:50 - 13:50ZQN-CNS
20h 00m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
15:50 - 10:05CNS-ZQN
15h 15m2 stops
$848Jetstar
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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
17:30 - 23:05ZQN-CNS
8h 35m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 16:40CNS-ZQN
7h 40m1 stop
$888Virgin Australia
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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
15:05 - 23:05ZQN-CNS
11h 00m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 16:40CNS-ZQN
7h 40m1 stop
$905Virgin Australia
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Wed, 29 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
16:50 - 11:00ZQN-CNS
21h 10m3 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 10:40CNS-ZQN
25h 40m3 stops
$1,717Air New Zealand
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
Air New Zealand Logo
16:50 - 16:50ZQN-CNS
27h 00m3 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
06:00 - 09:40CNS-ZQN
24h 40m3 stops
$1,747Air New Zealand
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov

Jetstar flights from Queenstown to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Queenstown to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
31 Oct
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
14h 30m
1 stop
CNS08:20Cairns
7 Nov
CNS15:50Cairns
22h 00m
2 stops
ZQN16:50Queenstown Intl
$830
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Jetstar
29 Oct
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
20h 00m
1 stop
CNS13:50Cairns
5 Nov
CNS15:50Cairns
15h 15m
2 stops
ZQN10:05Queenstown Intl
$848
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Jetstar
31 Oct
ZQN20:50Queenstown Intl
23h 25m
2 stops
CNS17:15Cairns
7 Nov
CNS15:50Cairns
22h 00m
2 stops
ZQN16:50Queenstown Intl
$930
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Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Queenstown to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
29 Oct
ZQN17:30Queenstown Intl
8h 35m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
5 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 40m
1 stop
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
$888
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Virgin Australia
29 Oct
ZQN15:05Queenstown Intl
11h 00m
2 stops
CNS23:05Cairns
5 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 40m
1 stop
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
$905
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Virgin Australia
29 Oct
ZQN17:30Queenstown Intl
18h 05m
1 stop
CNS08:35Cairns
5 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 40m
1 stop
ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl
$927
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Queenstown 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 16 September 2025.
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QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/10

13:05-10:40

1 stop24h 35m

Cairns

Thu 6/11

22:55-08:20

1 stop30h 25m

$593

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/10

13:35-09:05

1 stop22h 30m

Cairns

Thu 6/11

22:55-08:20

1 stop30h 25m

$636

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/10

13:35-09:05

1 stop22h 30m

Cairns

Thu 6/11

22:55-08:20

1 stop30h 25m

$641

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/10

17:30-10:40

2 stops20h 10m

Cairns

Thu 6/11

22:55-08:20

1 stop30h 25m

$675

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Fri 31/10

20:50-08:20

1 stop14h 30m

Cairns

Fri 7/11

15:50-16:50

2 stops22h 00m

$830

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Wed 29/10

20:50-13:50

1 stop20h 00m

Cairns

Wed 5/11

15:50-10:05

2 stops15h 15m

$848

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Wed 29/10

17:30-23:05

1 stop8h 35m

Cairns

Wed 5/11

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

$888

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Wed 29/10

15:05-23:05

2 stops11h 00m

Cairns

Wed 5/11

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

$905

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/10

16:50-11:00

3 stops21h 10m

Cairns

Thu 6/11

06:00-10:40

3 stops25h 40m

$1,717

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 30/10

16:50-16:50

3 stops27h 00m

Cairns

Thu 6/11

06:00-09:40

3 stops24h 40m

$1,747

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Queenstown to Cairns

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Queenstown is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $717, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of March, then departing from Queenstown during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $729.

How have Queenstown to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Queenstown to Cairns flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Queenstown to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Queenstown to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Queenstown to Cairns (ZQN to CNS) flight deals and tips

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There are no direct flights from Queenstown to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Queenstown to Cairns.
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  • How far is Queenstown Intl to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 3780.5 km away from Queenstown Intl. 8h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Queenstown Intl Airport to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Queenstown Intl Airport 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 Queenstown Intl Airport 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.

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