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$226+ Cheap flights from Cairns

CNS — AKL
20 Sep — 27 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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CairnsChristchurch

CNS Cairns - CHC Christchurch

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 20/10

07:00-14:55

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 21/10

07:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$556

CairnsChristchurch

CNS Cairns - CHC Christchurch

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 13/9

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 14/9

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$644

CairnsChristchurch

CNS Cairns - CHC Christchurch

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 20/10

07:00-14:55

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 21/10

21:00-09:45

1 stop15h 45m

$818

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 12/11

06:00-18:00

1 stop9h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/11

20:45-08:30

1 stop14h 45m

$924

CairnsWellington

CNS Cairns - WLG Wellington

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 1/10

19:25-15:00

1 stop16h 35m

Wellington

Thu 8/10

08:15-10:40

1 stop29h 25m

$935

CairnsChristchurch

CNS Cairns - CHC Christchurch

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 5/10

17:25-00:10

1 stop27h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 12/10

07:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$939

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 5/11

17:25-05:10

1 stop8h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/11

08:00-23:05

1 stop18h 05m

$960

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 4/10

17:25-06:00

1 stop9h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/10

07:15-08:30

1 stop28h 15m

$967

CairnsQueenstown

CNS Cairns - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CNSZQN

Cairns

Tue 15/9

19:10-11:10

1 stop14h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 22/9

10:50-10:40

2 stops25h 50m

$979

CairnsQueenstown

CNS Cairns - ZQN Queenstown Intl

CNSZQN

Cairns

Sun 11/10

06:00-16:40

1 stop7h 40m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 21/10

17:35-23:20

1 stop8h 45m

$1,001

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns (average of $643). Flying from Cairns in November will prove the most costly (average of $1,084). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Cairns?

For round-trip flights from Cairns you’ll fly on: Jetstar. This airline flies to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $704

What are popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Cairns everyday are: Brisbane (228 flights per day), Sydney (228 flights per day), and Melbourne (116 flights per day).

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $192
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
From $434
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $522

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Cairns?

The cheapest city to fly to from Cairns is Brisbane, with prices starting at $192. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Brisbane
Brisbane
From $192
Christchurch
Christchurch
From $422
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
Port Moresby Jackson Fld
From $434
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $522

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Airline reviews for flights from Cairns

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar from Cairns. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Food

5.7

Comfort

6.4

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

BNE - MEL

Wonderful crew, good inflight menu. Boarding and airport procedures are a bit chaotic.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
568 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Food

5.7

Comfort

6.4

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Aug 2026

BNE - MEL

Wonderful crew, good inflight menu. Boarding and airport procedures are a bit chaotic.

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

    The most popular destinations from Cairns this month are Brisbane, Denpasar, Melbourne Airport. The top year-round destinations include Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Cairns for as low as $192 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $584 to fly from Cairns.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Cairns?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Cairns are below:
    Fly from Cairns to Singapore starting at $4,469

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Cairns is currently March; with November being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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