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Cheap flights from Wellington to Cairns from $410

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16:10 - 09:05WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
19h 55m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast
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17:25 - 09:05CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
12h 40m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl
$958Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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16:30 - 22:40WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
9h 10m1 stop Brisbane
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11:15 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
25h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$964Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar
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16:30 - 22:40WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
9h 10m1 stop Brisbane
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15:40 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
20h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$967Qantas Airways
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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16:30 - 22:40WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
9h 10m1 stop Brisbane
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11:15 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
25h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$968Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar
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16:30 - 22:40WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
9h 10m1 stop Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
15:40 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
20h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$968Qantas Airways
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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16:30 - 22:40WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
9h 10m1 stop Brisbane
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11:15 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
25h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$977Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar
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16:30 - 08:30WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
19h 00m1 stop Brisbane
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11:40 - 13:30CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
22h 50m1 stop Melbourne
$978Emirates
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 22:40WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
9h 10m1 stop Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
11:15 - 15:30CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
25h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$978Qantas Airways
Wed, 3 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:10 - 09:05WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
19h 55m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 09:05CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
12h 40m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl
$981Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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16:10 - 09:05WLG  Wellington-CNS Cairns
19h 55m1 stop Coolangatta Gold Coast
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17:25 - 09:05CNS  Cairns-WLG Wellington
12h 40m2 stops Brisbane Auckland Intl
$997Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

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Qantas Airways flights from Wellington to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Wellington to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
3 Mar
WLG16:30Wellington
9h 10m
1 stop
CNS22:40Cairns
4 Mar
CNS11:15Cairns
25h 15m
1 stop
WLG15:30Wellington
$964
Qantas Airways
24 Nov
WLG16:30Wellington
9h 10m
1 stop
CNS22:40Cairns
29 Nov
CNS15:40Cairns
20h 50m
1 stop
WLG15:30Wellington
$967
Qantas Airways
24 Nov
WLG16:30Wellington
9h 10m
1 stop
CNS22:40Cairns
29 Nov
CNS15:40Cairns
20h 50m
1 stop
WLG15:30Wellington
$968

Air New Zealand flights from Wellington to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Wellington to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
18 Nov
WLG16:05Wellington
19h 25m
1 stop
CNS08:30Cairns
25 Nov
CNS15:40Cairns
20h 05m
1 stop
WLG14:45Wellington
$1,048
Air New Zealand
24 Nov
WLG06:00Wellington
13h 50m
2 stops
CNS16:50Cairns
29 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
29h 45m
1 stop
WLG14:45Wellington
$1,122
Air New Zealand
24 Nov
WLG06:00Wellington
13h 50m
2 stops
CNS16:50Cairns
29 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
22h 10m
2 stops
WLG07:10Wellington
$1,404

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WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 18/11

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Wed 25/11

17:25-09:05

2 stops12h 40m

$958

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 3/3

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

Cairns

Thu 4/3

11:15-15:30

1 stop25h 15m

$964
Fastest return journey

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Tue 24/11

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

Cairns

Sun 29/11

15:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

$967

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 3/3

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

Cairns

Thu 4/3

11:15-15:30

1 stop25h 15m

$968

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Tue 24/11

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

Cairns

Sun 29/11

15:40-15:30

1 stop20h 50m

$968

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 3/3

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

Cairns

Thu 4/3

11:15-15:30

1 stop25h 15m

$977

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 18/11

16:30-08:30

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

Wed 25/11

11:40-13:30

1 stop22h 50m

$978

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 3/3

16:30-22:40

1 stop9h 10m

Cairns

Thu 4/3

11:15-15:30

1 stop25h 15m

$978

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 18/11

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Wed 25/11

17:25-09:05

2 stops12h 40m

$981

WellingtonCairns

WLG Wellington - CNS Cairns

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 18/11

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

Cairns

Wed 25/11

17:25-09:05

2 stops12h 40m

$997

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Wellington and Cairns?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $637 to $1,177.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $958.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Wellington is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, 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 Wellington during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $803.

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Best price found

$410

Fastest flight time

8h 45m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Wellington in the past 72 hours is $410. The best return flight deal from Wellington to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $958.
The fastest flight from Wellington to Cairns takes 8h 45m
There are no direct flights from Wellington to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Wellington to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Wellington to Cairns

  • How far is Wellington to Cairns by plane?

    A flight from Wellington to Cairns will travel around 3870.9 km. By plane, this route typically takes 8h 45m.

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

    Prices for flights from Wellington Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Wellington Airport to Cairns 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 Wellington Airport to Cairns Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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