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Cheap flights from Wellington to Cairns from $447

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 29/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — CNS
10 Aug — 17 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2026.

Thu 6/819:40
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop17h 00m
Jetstar
Thu 13/807:00
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop10h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/7$830
Sun 23/808:15
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/819:15
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$889
Sun 2/808:15
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/819:10
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$937
Thu 6/819:40
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/819:15
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$951
Sat 22/806:00
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/809:40
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$958
Sun 2/808:15
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop28h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 9/806:00
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops34h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/7$960
Wed 19/815:00
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 24/809:40
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops25h 55m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/7$1,019
Wed 12/815:00
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop20h 05m
Jetstar
Mon 17/806:45
CNS
-
WLG
2 stops33h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/7$1,029
Wed 19/811:55
WLG
-
CNS
1 stop24h 50m
Air New Zealand
Mon 24/811:55
CNS
-
WLG
1 stop18h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$1,038

Find flight deals from Wellington to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 11 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$830

One-way from

$447

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,081
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/8-13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • Wellington to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 00m total
  • Wellington to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($294 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 11 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Thu 6/8

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

Cairns

Thu 13/8

07:00-19:00

1 stop10h 00m

$830

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Thu 6/8

19:40-10:40

1 stop17h 00m

Cairns

Thu 13/8

19:15-14:00

2 stops16h 45m

$951

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sun 2/8

08:15-10:40

1 stop28h 25m

Cairns

Sun 9/8

06:00-18:50

2 stops34h 50m

$960

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 16/9

08:55-10:45

1 stop27h 50m

Cairns

Wed 23/9

17:40-14:45

1 stop19h 05m

$1,034

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Mon 26/10

20:05-16:55

2 stops23h 50m

Cairns

Sun 1/11

14:55-14:45

1 stop20h 50m

$1,040

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 19/8

08:55-10:45

1 stop27h 50m

Cairns

Mon 24/8

11:55-07:10

1 stop17h 15m

$1,078
Fastest return journey

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sat 5/9

14:35-22:40

1 stop10h 05m

Cairns

Sun 6/9

21:40-13:35

1 stop13h 55m

$1,222
Cheapest one-way

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sat 29/8

13:05-09:05

2 stops22h 00m

$447

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Wed 23/9

15:00-09:05

1 stop20h 05m

$459

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Sat 29/8

15:55-08:30

1 stop18h 35m

$473

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Cairns

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Cairns (average of $875). Flying from Wellington to Cairns in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,435). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Wellington to Cairns?

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 11 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Wellington to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,059 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,059 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,059 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
551 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,059 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Apr 2026

AKL - ADL

Poor as usual. Flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. The Staff was rude. Food was terrible. Very unreliable, unprofessional and unpleasant.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Cairns?

    For as low as $830, Jetstar can have you in Cairns from Wellington in 17h. Wellington and Cairns are separated by a distance of 3880 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Cairns round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at $688, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to Cairns. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Jetstar. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Cairns (average of $875). Flying from Wellington to Cairns in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,435). 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 11 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$688Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$742Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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