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Cheap flights from Queenstown to Cairns from $275

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 28/10. 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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Virgin Australia Logo
18:00 - 09:40ZQN-CNS
17h 40m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
10:20 - 16:45CNS-ZQN
28h 25m1 stop
$810Virgin Australia
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Wed, 20 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
18:00 - 09:40ZQN-CNS
17h 40m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
13:50 - 15:40CNS-ZQN
23h 50m1 stop
$824Virgin Australia
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Fri, 22 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
18:00 - 09:40ZQN-CNS
17h 40m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
19:15 - 13:30CNS-ZQN
16h 15m1 stop
$825Virgin Australia
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Thu, 21 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
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17:20 - 10:45ZQN-CNS
19h 25m1 stop
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06:00 - 15:40CNS-ZQN
7h 40m1 stop
Mon, 18 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
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20:25 - 20:55ZQN-CNS
26h 30m2 stops
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07:00 - 20:00CNS-ZQN
11h 00m1 stop
Fri, 22 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
18:00 - 09:40ZQN-CNS
17h 40m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
19:15 - 12:20CNS-ZQN
15h 05m1 stop
$841Virgin Australia
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Tue, 19 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug
Jetstar Logo
10:55 - 08:25ZQN-CNS
23h 30m2 stops
Jetstar Logo
15:35 - 10:10CNS-ZQN
16h 35m2 stops
$845Jetstar
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Wed, 20 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
18:00 - 11:25ZQN-CNS
19h 25m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 15:40CNS-ZQN
7h 40m1 stop
$847Virgin Australia
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Tue, 19 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
Jetstar Logo
16:50 - 17:10ZQN-CNS
26h 20m2 stops
Jetstar Logo
06:45 - 19:55CNS-ZQN
11h 10m1 stop
$885Jetstar
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Mon, 18 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
Jetstar Logo
13:00 - 08:25ZQN-CNS
21h 25m2 stops
Jetstar Logo
15:35 - 10:10CNS-ZQN
16h 35m2 stops
$945Jetstar
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Fri, 22 Aug - Fri, 29 Aug

Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Queenstown to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
20 Aug
ZQN18:00Queenstown Intl
17h 40m
1 stop
CNS09:40Cairns
27 Aug
CNS10:20Cairns
28h 25m
1 stop
ZQN16:45Queenstown Intl
Virgin Australia
22 Aug
ZQN18:00Queenstown Intl
17h 40m
1 stop
CNS09:40Cairns
29 Aug
CNS13:50Cairns
23h 50m
1 stop
ZQN15:40Queenstown Intl
Virgin Australia
21 Aug
ZQN18:00Queenstown Intl
17h 40m
1 stop
CNS09:40Cairns
28 Aug
CNS19:15Cairns
16h 15m
1 stop
ZQN13:30Queenstown Intl

Jetstar flights from Queenstown to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Queenstown to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
20 Aug
ZQN10:55Queenstown Intl
23h 30m
2 stops
CNS08:25Cairns
27 Aug
CNS15:35Cairns
16h 35m
2 stops
ZQN10:10Queenstown Intl
Jetstar
18 Aug
ZQN16:50Queenstown Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
CNS17:10Cairns
25 Aug
CNS06:45Cairns
11h 10m
1 stop
ZQN19:55Queenstown Intl
Jetstar
22 Aug
ZQN13:00Queenstown Intl
21h 25m
2 stops
CNS08:25Cairns
29 Aug
CNS15:35Cairns
16h 35m
2 stops
ZQN10:10Queenstown Intl

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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 $735, 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 $750.

How have Queenstown to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Queenstown to Cairns flights are approximately 17% more expensive 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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Best price found

$275

Fastest flight time

8h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Queenstown in the past 72 hours is $275. The best return flight deal from Queenstown to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $810.
The fastest flight from Queenstown to Cairns takes 8h 35m
There are no direct flights from Queenstown to Cairns. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Queenstown Intl Airport - Cairns Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

  • How far is Queenstown Intl to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 3780.5 km away from Queenstown Intl. 9h 05m 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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