Cheap flights from Wellington to Cairns from $325
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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheap 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 13 July 2025.
Round-trip from | $716 |
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Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $917 |
Find flight deals from Wellington to Cairns
Cheapest flights from Wellington to CairnsExplore 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 13 July 2025.
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 13 July 2025.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Departure
Return
Price
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Tue 26/8
19:35-10:40
1 stop17h 05m
Cairns
Tue 2/9
22:55-19:00
1 stop18h 05m
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Tue 26/8
19:40-10:40
1 stop17h 00m
Cairns
Tue 9/9
22:55-19:00
1 stop18h 05m
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Mon 25/8
17:45-10:45
1 stop19h 00m
Cairns
Mon 1/9
11:55-08:10
1 stop18h 15m
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Sun 12/10
08:15-10:40
1 stop29h 25m
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Mon 13/10
20:00-17:10
2 stops24h 10m
WellingtonCairns
WLG - CNS
WLGCNS
Wellington
Wed 10/12
06:00-16:50
1 stop13h 50m
Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Cairns
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Cairns
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WLG to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 13 July 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Wellington to Cairns in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
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 13 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand 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.
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Anonymous,Jul 2025
AKL - SFO
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Anonymous,Jul 2025
AKL - SFO
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Anonymous,Jul 2025
AKL - SFO
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