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$330+ Direct flights to Cairns

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to Cairns found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Tue 14/407:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 21/411:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/2$1,001
Tue 31/307:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 7/411:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/2$1,162

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Sat 8/8

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$787

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/4

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,001

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 31/3

07:10-09:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Tue 7/4

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,162

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/7

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Thu 16/7

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,471

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/7

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Thu 16/7

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,534

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/7

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Sun 12/7

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,549

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/7

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Thu 16/7

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

$1,665

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sun 28/6

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

$330

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/7

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

$437

AucklandCairns

AKL - CNS

AKLCNS

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/5

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

$454

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 14 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
519 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

FAQ about direct flights to Cairns

Find answers to frequently asked questions about direct flights to Cairns to unlock the best deals on Cheapflights.

  • How much are direct flights to Cairns?

    On average, a one-way direct flight to Cairns will cost users approximately $456. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Cairns, you can expect to pay around $1,075.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Cairns?

    At the moment, Air New Zealand, Jetstar offer direct flights to Cairns. Air New Zealand is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Cairns.

  • How long is a direct flight to Cairns?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Cairns to last approximately 5h 35m on average. The quickest direct flight to Cairns at this time departs from Auckland (5h 35m), while the longest leaves from Auckland (5h 35m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct to Cairns?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Cairns, October is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. February may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Cairns, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Cairns?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Cairns is Christchurch. A return direct flight from Christchurch to Cairns typically costs around $742.

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