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Cheap flights from South Island to Cairns from $195

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CNS
10 May — 17 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 5 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$440

One-way from

$195
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/6-17/6
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • South Island to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/6
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • South Island to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from South Island to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 May 2025.

Fri 13/607:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Tue 17/622:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$442
Fri 13/613:50CHC - CNS
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/606:00CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$874
Mon 9/616:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop20h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 22/613:05CNS - ZQN
1 stop25h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$906
Mon 9/616:30ZQN - CNS
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/622:55CNS - ZQN
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,027
Mon 9/616:50ZQN - CNS
2 stops41h 35mJetstar
Sun 22/622:55CNS - ZQN
2 stops15h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$1,151
Mon 9/616:45ZQN - CNS
3 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 22/615:35CNS - ZQN
2 stops14h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/5$1,703

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 5 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 13/6

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Tue 17/6

22:55-05:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$440

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 6/6

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

Cairns

Sun 15/6

06:00-00:45

1 stop16h 45m

$726

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/6

16:30-11:10

1 stop20h 40m

Cairns

Sun 22/6

13:05-16:45

1 stop25h 40m

$906

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/6

16:30-11:10

1 stop20h 40m

Cairns

Sun 22/6

22:55-16:10

2 stops15h 15m

$1,027

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/6

16:50-08:25

2 stops41h 35m

Cairns

Sun 22/6

22:55-16:10

2 stops15h 15m

$1,151

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 9/6

16:45-16:40

3 stops25h 55m

Cairns

Sun 22/6

15:35-08:25

2 stops14h 50m

$1,703

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 2/6

07:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$195

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/9

20:50-09:15

1 stop14h 25m

$370

QueenstownCairns

ZQN - CNS

ZQNCNS

Queenstown Intl

Mon 8/9

14:25-23:35

2 stops11h 10m

$429

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 21/5

06:10-20:55

1 stop16h 45m

$474

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from South Island with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Cairns

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Cairns?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Cairns (average of $459). Flying from South Island to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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 EDG to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island 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 5 May 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Island to Cairns as you normally would.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 5 May 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
400 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
440 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from South Island?

    If you book a flight to Cairns from South Island, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns.

  • How popular is this South Island to Cairns flight route?

    This flight path from South Island to Cairns was viewed by 222 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Island to Cairns one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $195. Users have also found prices from $429 and $575 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Island to Cairns?

    On average you can expect to pay $550 for a flight from South Island to Cairns. The cheapest flight overall is $234 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Cairns) is currently priced at $442.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Island to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Island to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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 South Island to Cairns?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Cairns (average of $459). Flying from South Island to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $642). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from South Island to Cairns

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Island to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$459Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$727Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$753Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$867Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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