What is the cheapest airline that flies from Queenstown Intl to Cairns?

Virgin Australia and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Queenstown Intl to Cairns

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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13:35 - 09:05

ZQN

CNS

22h 30m1 stop

14:50 - 12:35

CNS

ZQN

18h 45m1 stop

$880Jetstar

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

13:35 - 09:05

ZQN

CNS

22h 30m1 stop

14:50 - 08:35

CNS

ZQN

14h 45m2 stops

$922Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

07:00 - 14:55

ZQN

CNS

10h 55m1 stop

23:55 - 13:10

CNS

ZQN

10h 15m1 stop

$974Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

07:00 - 14:00

ZQN

CNS

10h 00m2 stops

23:55 - 13:10

CNS

ZQN

10h 15m1 stop

$983Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

17:30 - 23:05

ZQN

CNS

8h 35m1 stop

06:00 - 16:40

CNS

ZQN

7h 40m1 stop

$989Virgin Australia

Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

15:05 - 23:05

ZQN

CNS

11h 00m2 stops

06:00 - 16:40

CNS

ZQN

7h 40m1 stop

$1,005Virgin Australia

Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

15:05 - 23:05

ZQN

CNS

11h 00m2 stops

06:00 - 16:40

CNS

ZQN

7h 40m1 stop

$1,007Virgin Australia

Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

15:05 - 23:05

ZQN

CNS

11h 00m2 stops

11:40 - 14:15

CNS

ZQN

23h 35m2 stops

$1,101Virgin Australia

Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

07:00 - 21:00

ZQN

CNS

17h 00m2 stops

06:00 - 21:05

CNS

ZQN

12h 05m2 stops

$1,182Qantas Airways

Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

13:35 - 22:30

ZQN

CNS

35h 55m2 stops

06:40 - 12:35

CNS

ZQN

26h 55m2 stops

$1,218Jetstar

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

Jetstar flights from Queenstown to Cairns

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Jetstar

12 Jan

ZQN13:35Queenstown Intl

22h 30m

1 stop

CNS09:05Cairns

19 Jan

CNS14:50Cairns

18h 45m

1 stop

ZQN12:35Queenstown Intl

$880

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Jetstar

12 Jan

ZQN13:35Queenstown Intl

35h 55m

2 stops

CNS22:30Cairns

19 Jan

CNS06:40Cairns

26h 55m

2 stops

ZQN12:35Queenstown Intl

$1,218

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Jetstar

12 Jan

ZQN13:35Queenstown Intl

34h 20m

3 stops

CNS20:55Cairns

19 Jan

CNS06:40Cairns

26h 55m

2 stops

ZQN12:35Queenstown Intl

$1,236

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Virgin Australia flights from Queenstown to Cairns

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Virgin Australia

10 Feb

ZQN17:30Queenstown Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

CNS23:05Cairns

11 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

7h 40m

1 stop

ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl

$989

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Virgin Australia

10 Feb

ZQN15:05Queenstown Intl

11h 00m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

11 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

7h 40m

1 stop

ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl

$1,005

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Virgin Australia

10 Feb

ZQN15:05Queenstown Intl

11h 00m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

11 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

7h 40m

1 stop

ZQN16:40Queenstown Intl

$1,007

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Queenstown Intl

Mon 12/1

13:35-09:05

1 stop22h 30m

Cairns

Mon 19/1

14:50-12:35

1 stop18h 45m

$880

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 12/1

13:35-09:05

1 stop22h 30m

Cairns

Mon 19/1

14:50-08:35

2 stops14h 45m

$922

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/3

07:00-14:55

1 stop10h 55m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

23:55-13:10

1 stop10h 15m

$974

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Thu 19/3

07:00-14:00

2 stops10h 00m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

23:55-13:10

1 stop10h 15m

$983

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

17:30-23:05

1 stop8h 35m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

$989

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

15:05-23:05

2 stops11h 00m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

$1,005

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

15:05-23:05

2 stops11h 00m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

$1,007

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

15:05-23:05

2 stops11h 00m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

11:40-14:15

2 stops23h 35m

$1,101

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Tue 10/2

07:00-21:00

2 stops17h 00m

Cairns

Wed 11/2

06:00-21:05

2 stops12h 05m

$1,182

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 12/1

13:35-22:30

2 stops35h 55m

Cairns

Mon 19/1

06:40-12:35

2 stops26h 55m

$1,218

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Queenstown is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $374, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of November, then departing from Queenstown during the month December is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $586.

Can stopping save me money on Queenstown to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 38% on your flight if you consider stops on a Queenstown to Cairns flight.

How have Queenstown to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Queenstown to Cairns flights are approximately 18% 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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Fastest flight time	8h 35m
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The fastest flight from Queenstown to Cairns takes 8h 35m

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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