Cheap flights from Auckland to Cairns
The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cairns are usually found in May or June, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday
How to find the cheapest flight from Auckland to Cairns
All the information you need to plan the best AKL to CNS flight in 2022: compare Auckland to Cairns flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Cairns.
AKL - CNS | Price | $408 - $586 |
CNS | Temperature | 21 - 27 °C |
CNS | Precipitation | 20 - 430 mm |
Popular in
December
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Cheapest in
May
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
Round-trip from
$611
From Auckland Intl to Cairns
One-way from
$346
One-way flight from Auckland Intl to Cairns
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Auckland to Cairns?
Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Cairns. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Auckland to Cairns?
Users have found that booking a flight from Auckland to Cairns at least 28 days early can save you up to 15% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 28 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Auckland to Cairns for as little as $748 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $819 for flights departing within the next 3 days.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Cairns?
May can be a great time to fly to Cairns from Auckland with a flight ticket averaging about $697. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $510. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Cairns (AKL - CNS)?
It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Cairns in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.
Auckland to Cairns 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Cairns from Auckland found for this year
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10h 35mJetstar
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13h 30mCairns
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15h 15mJetstar
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13h 30mCairns
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15h 15mJetstar
One-way flights to Cairns from Auckland
The cheapest one-way flights from Auckland to Cairns
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Cairns
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27h 40mMultiple Airlines
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14h 55mAir New Zealand
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Auckland to Cairns flights.
Which airlines flying from Auckland Intl to Cairns have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of the carriers operating flights from Auckland Intl to Cairns that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.
Can I find flights from Auckland to Cairns for under $700 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Auckland to Cairns for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $618, but on average you can expect to pay $1,016.
How popular is this Auckland to Cairns flight route?
Within the past month, 1,548 users have taken a look at flights from Auckland Intl to Cairns.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Cairns round-trip?
Jetstar, at $618, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Cairns. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. Jetstar is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Auckland to Cairns?
Consider Emirates, Jetstar or Air New Zealand when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Auckland to Cairns.
What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Cairns?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Auckland to Cairns? While on average our users pay $521, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $369. The most popular route (Auckland Intl - Cairns), is priced around $696.
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Can I fly to Cairns from Auckland Intl right now?
Most visitors from Auckland Intl need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Cairns.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Auckland Intl must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Cairns.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Auckland Intl are not required to quarantine after entering Cairns.
Documents
Travel Authorization Form - Travelers who are not in an exempt category may request an individual exemption to Australia's travel restrictions using this form.
Can I fly back to Auckland Intl from Cairns?
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Cairns are not required to quarantine after entering Auckland Intl.