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AKL — CNS
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cairns are usually found in October or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday
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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 18 December 2025.
Fri 23/106:35AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Fri 30/114:25CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$732
Fri 30/119:30AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/210:55CNS - AKL
2 stops10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,016
Fri 20/306:10AKL - CNS
1 stop18h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 21/307:45CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/12$1,049
Thu 29/120:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Wed 4/214:25CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$786
Fri 30/119:30AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mJetstar
Fri 6/214:25CNS - AKL
1 stop24h 50mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$845
Mon 2/215:05AKL - CNS
1 stop10h 00mQantas Airways
Thu 5/207:45CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,049
Wed 14/106:15AKL - CNS
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Wed 21/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$883
Last-minute flights from Auckland to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Auckland to Cairns. Data last updated 18 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 14/106:15AKL - CNS
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Wed 21/109:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$883
Fri 23/106:35AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Fri 30/114:25CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$732
Thu 29/120:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Wed 4/214:25CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$786
Fri 30/119:30AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mJetstar
Fri 6/214:25CNS - AKL
1 stop24h 50mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$845
Fri 30/119:30AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/210:55CNS - AKL
2 stops10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,016
Sat 31/108:05AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Sat 7/218:05CNS - AKL
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$858
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 18 December 2025.
Tue 20/120:55AKL - CNS
1 stop17h 00mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$284
Sun 1/221:45AKL - CNS
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$292
Sun 31/520:50AKL - CNS
1 stop15h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$312
Wed 28/108:05AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$315
Sat 31/108:05AKL - CNS
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$336
Tue 31/307:00AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 45mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$337
Tue 17/216:40AKL - CNS
1 stop19h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$388
Wed 18/208:05AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 45mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$395
Fri 16/106:35AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Deal found 15/12$398
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 18 December 2025.
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 18 December 2025.
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Departure
Return
Price
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Fri 23/1
06:35-18:00
1 stop14h 25m
Cairns
Fri 30/1
14:25-05:05
1 stop11h 40m
$732
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Thu 29/1
20:55-10:55
1 stop17h 00m
Cairns
Wed 4/2
14:25-05:05
1 stop11h 40m
$786
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Fri 30/1
19:30-09:20
1 stop16h 50m
Cairns
Fri 6/2
14:25-18:15
1 stop24h 50m
$845
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Wed 14/1
06:15-13:50
1 stop10h 35m
Cairns
Wed 21/1
09:45-00:15
1 stop11h 30m
$883
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Fri 30/1
19:30-09:20
1 stop16h 50m
Cairns
Fri 6/2
10:55-00:15
2 stops10h 20m
$1,016
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Fri 20/3
06:10-22:05
1 stop18h 55m
Cairns
Sat 21/3
07:45-00:05
1 stop13h 20m
$1,049
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Mon 2/2
15:05-22:05
1 stop10h 00m
Cairns
Thu 5/2
07:45-00:05
1 stop13h 20m
$1,049
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Tue 20/1
20:55-10:55
1 stop17h 00m
$284
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sun 1/2
21:45-10:55
1 stop16h 10m
$292
AucklandCairns
AKL - CNS
AKLCNS
Auckland Intl
Sun 31/5
20:50-10:40
1 stop15h 50m
$313
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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 12 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Cairns, you should look to book at least 84 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $353). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Cairns in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
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 85 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 76% 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: 9h 13m.
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 2h 04m.
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 18 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar 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.
Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess
Related info for your journey
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How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?
Within the past month, 281 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 14h 25m. 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 $610, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Cairns.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Jetstar is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Cairns one-way?
$267 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $307 and $360, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Cairns?
Before booking your flight to Cairns from Auckland, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Virgin Australia (100%), Air New Zealand (100%), Singapore Airlines( 100%).
Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Cairns.
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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cairns (average of $353). 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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