Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cairns from $186
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CNS
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Cairns are usually found in August or October, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Cairns
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) 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 19 January 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 January 2026.
Wed 12/807:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Sat 22/809:40
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop12h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$657
Fri 24/707:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 29/721:35
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop16h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$732
Thu 15/1009:15
CHC
-
CNS
2 stops16h 35m
Jetstar
Sun 18/1007:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$738
Tue 3/306:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/307:15
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$759
Thu 12/306:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/307:15
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$768
Thu 5/306:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/307:15
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$780
Thu 15/1018:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1007:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$794
Mon 20/407:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 13/521:40
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop16h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$838
Fri 6/208:20
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/206:00
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$864
Best flights from Christchurch to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 January 2026.
Tue 3/306:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/307:15
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$759
Mon 20/407:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Wed 13/521:40
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop16h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$838
Fri 6/206:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop13h 30m
Qantas Airways
Fri 20/217:35
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop27h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$935
Thu 5/306:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/307:15
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$780
Mon 13/407:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Mon 20/409:40
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop12h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$914
Thu 12/306:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/309:45
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$881
Sat 18/717:20
CHC
-
CNS
2 stops25h 50m
Jetstar
Fri 31/721:35
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop16h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$938
Mon 20/406:05
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/521:40
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$898
Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Cairns. Data last updated 19 January 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sat 24/116:10
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop19h 55m
Jetstar
Sat 31/109:45
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 17/1$1,058
Sat 24/109:00
CHC
-
CNS
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/109:45
CNS
-
CHC
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,223
One-way flights from Christchurch to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 19 January 2026.
Mon 16/208:20
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/1$186
Sat 28/206:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop7h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$417
Fri 6/206:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop10h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/1$422
Mon 16/206:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop29h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$440
Wed 15/421:25
CHC
-
CNS
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$447
Mon 13/421:05
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop15h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$454
Wed 15/408:20
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop14h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/1$473
Mon 13/406:05
CHC
-
CNS
1 stop19h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/1$476
Wed 1/408:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 18/1$500
Mon 13/407:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 19/1$523
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch 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 19 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Cairns that are best for you.
Fly from
Christchurch
Fly to
Cairns
Route
Departure
Return
Price
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Tue 3/3
06:20-14:05
1 stop10h 45m
Cairns
Tue 10/3
07:15-15:10
Nonstop4h 55m
$759
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Thu 5/3
06:20-14:05
1 stop10h 45m
Cairns
Thu 12/3
07:15-15:10
Nonstop4h 55m
$780
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Mon 20/4
07:05-10:40
Nonstop5h 35m
Cairns
Wed 13/5
21:40-16:20
1 stop16h 40m
$838
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Thu 12/3
06:20-17:15
1 stop13h 55m
Cairns
Thu 19/3
09:45-00:05
1 stop11h 20m
$881
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Mon 20/4
06:05-21:00
1 stop16h 55m
Cairns
Wed 13/5
21:40-16:20
1 stop16h 40m
$898
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Mon 13/4
07:05-10:40
Nonstop5h 35m
Cairns
Mon 20/4
09:40-00:05
1 stop12h 25m
$914
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Fri 6/2
06:20-16:50
1 stop13h 30m
Cairns
Fri 20/2
17:35-00:25
1 stop27h 50m
$935
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Sat 18/7
17:20-17:10
2 stops25h 50m
Cairns
Fri 31/7
21:35-16:20
1 stop16h 45m
$938
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Mon 16/2
08:20-10:55
Nonstop5h 35m
$186
ChristchurchCairns
CHC - CNS
CHCCNS
Christchurch
Sat 28/2
06:20-11:00
1 stop7h 40m
$417
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Cairns, you should look to book at least 81 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 Christchurch to Cairns?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns (average of $245). Flying from Christchurch to Cairns in March is currently the most expensive (average of $605). 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 CHC to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch 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 19 January 2026.
When flying from Christchurch to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How often are flights from Christchurch to Cairns delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to Cairns flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
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 19 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to Cairns, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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How popular is this Christchurch to Cairns flight route?
This flight path from Christchurch to Cairns was viewed by 295 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to Cairns?
A quick flight from Christchurch to Cairns can take about 5h 35m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $838. There are 3883 km between Christchurch and Cairns. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Cairns round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Christchurch to Cairns is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $282 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, starting at $670 and $994 round-trip. Jetstar is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Cairns?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $188. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Cairns) can be booked for $770 on average, our data indicates $719 when flying from Christchurch to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Cairns?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns (average of $245). Flying from Christchurch to Cairns in March is currently the most expensive (average of $605). 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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