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Cheap flights from Cairns to Wellington from $548

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — WLG
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult

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One-way flights from Cairns to Wellington
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Wellington. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 April 2025.

Sat 31/511:55CNS - WLG
1 stop8h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/4$548
Thu 29/509:45CNS - WLG
1 stop23h 45mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$553
Wed 28/506:45CNS - WLG
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$580
Sat 31/506:00CNS - WLG
2 stops23h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$613

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Departure

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CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 31/5

11:55-22:10

1 stop8h 15m

$548

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Thu 29/5

09:45-11:30

1 stop23h 45m

$553

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Wed 28/5

06:45-23:55

1 stop15h 10m

$580

CairnsWellington

CNS - WLG

CNSWLG

Cairns

Sat 31/5

06:00-07:35

2 stops23h 35m

$613

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Deals found on 25/4

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Rainfall in Wellington by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wellington ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Wellington when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in Wellington by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wellington, 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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Wellington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wellington. 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 Wellington. Reviews last updated 26 April 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
470 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
828 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
438 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $548. Jetstar flights start at $553 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $613 one-way.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Wellington (average of $94). Flying from Cairns to Wellington in November is currently the most expensive (average of $126). 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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