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CNS — AKL
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Cairns

Discover essential information about flights departing from Cairns, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Cairns airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 9 November 2025.

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$117 or less
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Travel insights for flights from Cairns

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns, you should look to book at least 77 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.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns (average of $325). Flying from Cairns in January will prove the most costly (average of $742). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Airline reviews for flights from Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Cairns. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
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
6.6
Okay
481 reviews
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Crew

7.3

Overall

6.6

Entertainment

5.1

Boarding

6.8

Food

5.7

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,Jul 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
481 reviews
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
481 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.6

Entertainment

5.1

Boarding

6.8

Food

5.7

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,Jul 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Cairns. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 9 November 2025.

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

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

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Cairns for as low as $117 to Sydney (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $448 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 $4,744

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Cairns is currently August; with January 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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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Cairns become cheaper?

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