Cheap Flights from New Zealand to Cairns from $379

How to find the cheapest flight from
New Zealand to Cairns (CNS)

All the information you need to plan the best null to CNS flight in 2021: compare New Zealand to Cairns flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Cairns.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 28 days in advance to save up to 15% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 28 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from New Zealand to Cairns 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $710, or $776 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to Cairns?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cairns from New Zealand. Prices for May average $661 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $484. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 25% on your journey compared to booking in May

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Zealand to Cairns (NZ0 - CNS)?

When flying from New Zealand 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.

One-way flights to Cairns from New Zealand

The cheapest one-way flights from New Zealand to Cairns

01:45 - 07:30

Jetstar

1 stop

8h 45m

AKL - CNS

$379

Kiwi.com

05:30 - 16:25

Multiple Airlines

3 stops

13h 55m

AKL - CNS

$552

Kiwi.com

02:45 - 06:10

Qantas Airways

3 stops

30h 25m

WLG - CNS

$752

Expedia

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From New Zealand to Cairns

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from New Zealand?

Located just 4.4 km from the city centre, Cairns (CNS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cairns from New Zealand.

Which airlines flying from New Zealand to Cairns have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, and Air New Zealand flying from New Zealand to Cairns have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from New Zealand to Cairns for under $900 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New Zealand to Cairns for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air New Zealand for just $876, but on average you can expect to pay $2,980.

How popular is this New Zealand to Cairns flight route?

This flight path from New Zealand to Cairns was viewed by 1,548 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Cairns?

Before booking your flight from New Zealand to Cairns, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Emirates, Jetstar or Air New Zealand.

What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Cairns?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Zealand to Cairns consider choosing Air China(40%), Air New Zealand(25%) or Singapore Airlines(25%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cairns?

On average you can expect to pay $520 for a flight from New Zealand to Cairns. The cheapest flight overall is $212 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Cairns) is currently priced at $876.

What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Cairns?

The most popular route from New Zealand to Cairns is Christchurch - Cairns. You may also consider Auckland Intl - Cairns or Hamilton - Cairns.

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Do I need a COVID test to fly to Cairns from New Zealand?

Information is based on travel restrictions from New Zealand to Cairns

Most visitors from New Zealand will not be allowed to enter Cairns.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from New Zealand must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Cairns.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from New Zealand are not required to quarantine after entering Cairns.

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Do I need a test to fly back to New Zealand from Cairns?

Returning to New Zealand from Cairns

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Cairns are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering New Zealand.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Cairns are not required to quarantine after entering New Zealand.

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Flights from Auckland to Cairns from $9,175 pp

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Cairns (CNS)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	$308	$682	No cancel fee	74%	Search Jetstar flights
Emirates	$337	$666	No cancel fee	75%	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	$422	$804	No cancel fee	74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	$482	$721	No cancel fee	80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Air New Zealand	$529	$846	No cancel fee	78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cairns

How to find the cheapest flight from
New Zealand to Cairns (CNS)

All the information you need to plan the best null to CNS flight in 2021: compare New Zealand to Cairns flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Cairns.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns?

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to Cairns?

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Zealand to Cairns (NZ0 - CNS)?

New Zealand to Cairns 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Cairns from New Zealand found for this year

One-way flights to Cairns from New Zealand

The cheapest one-way flights from New Zealand to Cairns

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From New Zealand to Cairns

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from New Zealand?

Which airlines flying from New Zealand to Cairns have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Can I find flights from New Zealand to Cairns for under $900 on Cheapflights?

How popular is this New Zealand to Cairns flight route?

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Cairns?

What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Cairns?

What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cairns?

What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Cairns?

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Do I need a COVID test to fly to Cairns from New Zealand?

Do I need a test to fly back to New Zealand from Cairns?

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Destination information for Cairns

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How to find the cheapest flight from New Zealand to Cairns (CNS)

All the information you need to plan the best null to CNS flight in 2021: compare New Zealand to Cairns flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Cairns.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Zealand to Cairns?

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to Cairns?

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Zealand to Cairns (NZ0 - CNS)?

New Zealand to Cairns 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Cairns from New Zealand found for this year

One-way flights to Cairns from New Zealand

The cheapest one-way flights from New Zealand to Cairns

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about <span class="emphasized">New Zealand</span> to <span class="emphasized">Cairns</span> flights.

Flight FAQs

From New Zealand to Cairns

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from New Zealand?

Which airlines flying from New Zealand to Cairns have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Can I find flights from New Zealand to Cairns for under $900 on Cheapflights?

How popular is this New Zealand to Cairns flight route?

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Cairns?

What are the most reliable airlines from New Zealand to Cairns?

What are the cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cairns?

What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Cairns?

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Flights to Cairns (CNS) from New Zealand

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COVID Restrictions

Do I need a COVID test to fly to Cairns from New Zealand?

Do I need a test to fly back to New Zealand from Cairns?

Departure points for flights from New Zealand to Cairns

Select to see more specific information for flights to Cairns from all departure points in New Zealand.

Destination information for Cairns

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from New Zealand to Cairns.

Airports servicing

Airports servicing Cairns

Top 5 airlines flying from New Zealand to Cairns

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from New Zealand to Cairns choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.

Popular flight searches

Check out other popular destinations found by fellow travellers in 2021.

How to find the cheapest flight from
New Zealand to Cairns (CNS)