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AKL — CNS
14 Apr — 21 Apr1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cairns are usually found in February or May, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 March 2026.
Tue 28/420:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 5/507:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/3$691
Tue 22/1220:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop16h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 7/107:15
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop10h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/3$788
Sat 18/407:00
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop13h 45m
Jetstar
Thu 23/407:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop9h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/3$800
Wed 29/406:20
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop12h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 6/506:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/3$801
Sun 26/422:20
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop14h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 3/507:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$817
Thu 23/417:25
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Thu 30/407:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop12h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$840
Sat 25/416:40
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop18h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 2/515:35
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/3$867
Tue 28/407:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/507:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3$883
Best flights from Auckland to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Auckland to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
Tue 28/420:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 5/507:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/3$691
Fri 24/419:30
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/519:15
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$898
Tue 9/613:40
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop11h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sat 13/621:40
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop19h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,113
Wed 29/406:20
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop12h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 6/506:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/3$801
Sat 18/407:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/407:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop9h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$961
Sat 25/416:40
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop18h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 2/515:35
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$895
Mon 27/417:25
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop17h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 4/521:40
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop29h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/3$912
Fri 31/715:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop8h 50m
Qantas Airways
Tue 4/821:40
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop12h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/3$1,115
Mon 27/406:15
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/506:45
CNS
-
AKL
2 stops15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,106
Tue 4/813:40
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop11h 00m
Qantas Airways
Fri 7/806:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop15h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,146
Thu 23/407:30
AKL
-
CNS
2 stops29h 10m
Jetstar
Thu 30/407:00
CNS
-
AKL
2 stops13h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$1,047
Direct flights from Auckland to Cairns
Explore direct flight options from Auckland to Cairns based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
Tue 28/407:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 5/511:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/3$919
Sat 25/407:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sat 2/511:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/3$962
Mon 3/807:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sat 8/811:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/3$1,025
Thu 2/707:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sat 11/711:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/3$1,525
Sat 11/407:10
AKL
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sat 18/411:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/3$1,736
Last-minute flights from Auckland to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Auckland to Cairns. Data last updated 15 March 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 20/314:50
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop23h 45m
Fiji Airways
Thu 26/312:35
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/3$973
Fri 20/307:00
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/314:25
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,110
Fri 20/311:40
AKL
-
CNS
2 stops14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/314:40
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,234
Fri 20/320:35
AKL
-
CNS
2 stops20h 30m
Qantas Airways
Fri 27/314:50
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop6h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,395
Fri 20/308:00
AKL
-
CNS
2 stops35h 50m
Fiji Airways
Fri 27/317:35
CNS
-
AKL
2 stops27h 40m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 12/3$4,123
One-way flights from Auckland to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Auckland to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
Tue 4/820:50
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 10/3$329
Thu 9/420:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$338
Tue 24/320:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop17h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/3$339
Tue 7/420:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$362
Thu 10/920:50
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$389
Wed 25/319:30
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop16h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/3$393
Tue 14/420:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/3$409
Tue 31/313:15
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop24h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 11/3$417
Fri 15/519:30
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$421
Tue 30/617:25
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$422
Find flight deals from Auckland to Cairns
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
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Departure
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Tue 28/4
20:55-10:40
1 stop15h 45m
Cairns
Tue 5/5
07:00-17:45
1 stop8h 45m
$691
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Wed 29/4
06:20-17:10
1 stop12h 50m
Cairns
Wed 6/5
06:00-16:10
1 stop8h 10m
$801
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sat 25/4
16:40-09:05
1 stop18h 25m
Cairns
Sat 2/5
15:35-05:05
1 stop11h 30m
$895
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Fri 24/4
19:30-08:30
1 stop15h 00m
Cairns
Fri 1/5
19:15-14:10
1 stop16h 55m
$898
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Mon 27/4
17:25-08:30
1 stop17h 05m
Cairns
Mon 4/5
21:40-05:30
1 stop29h 50m
$912
Fastest return journey
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sat 18/4
07:10-10:45
Nonstop5h 35m
Cairns
Thu 23/4
07:00-18:45
1 stop9h 45m
$961
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Thu 23/4
07:30-10:40
2 stops29h 10m
Cairns
Thu 30/4
07:00-22:15
2 stops13h 15m
$1,047
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Mon 27/4
06:15-13:40
1 stop9h 25m
Cairns
Mon 4/5
06:45-00:20
2 stops15h 35m
$1,106
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Tue 9/6
13:40-22:40
1 stop11h 00m
Cairns
Sat 13/6
21:40-19:10
1 stop19h 30m
$1,113
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Fri 31/7
15:55-22:45
1 stop8h 50m
Cairns
Tue 4/8
21:40-12:15
1 stop12h 35m
$1,115
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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Cairns, you should look to book at least 36 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 Auckland to Cairns?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $339). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $751). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Cairns?
How often are flights from Auckland to Cairns delayed?
About 5% of weekly flights between Auckland and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to Cairns flights?
Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Share of one-stop return flights from Auckland to Cairns chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 68% of one-stop itineraries from Auckland to Cairns on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Auckland to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Christchurch (CHC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $729.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Auckland to Cairns?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to Cairns, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 8h 59m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Auckland to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Melbourne (MEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 08m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns
Get insights into the airlines that provide service 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 15 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Auckland to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
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How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?
Within the past month, 232 users have taken a look at flights from Auckland Intl to Cairns.
How long is the flight from Auckland to Cairns?
Airlines like Jetstar fly from Auckland to Cairns in about 15h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 3616 km between Auckland and Cairns.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Cairns round-trip?
Jetstar, at $545, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand. Jetstar is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Cairns one-way?
$269 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $360 and $402, respectively.
What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Auckland to Cairns? While on average our users pay $1,028, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $489. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Cairns), is priced around $800.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $339). Flying from Auckland to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $751). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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