Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Cairns (AKL - CNS)
AKL — CNS
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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Cheapest Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Cairns
Explore the most affordable Air New Zealand flight options available from Auckland to Cairns. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 12 September 2026.
Sat 10/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Sat 17/1009:25 -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 12/9$1,048
Thu 17/907:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Sat 26/911:55 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 12/9$1,115
Thu 8/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Mon 12/1017:40 -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 8/9$1,199
Best Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Cairns
Discover carefully curated Air New Zealand flight deals from Auckland to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 September 2026.
Sat 10/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Sat 17/1009:25 -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 12/9$1,048
Thu 8/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Mon 12/1017:40 -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 8/9$1,199
Thu 15/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Thu 22/1010:55 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 10/9$1,249
Direct Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Cairns
Explore direct Air New Zealand flight options from Auckland to Cairns based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 September 2026.
Thu 15/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Thu 22/1010:55 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 10/9$1,249
Sat 10/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Sat 17/1010:55 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 12/9$1,275
Thu 8/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Mon 12/1010:55 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 8/9$1,596
Last-minute Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Cairns
Discover last-minute Air New Zealand flight deals from Auckland to Cairns. Data was last updated on 12 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sat 10/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Sat 17/1009:25 -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 12/9$1,048
Thu 17/907:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Sat 26/911:55 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 12/9$1,115
Thu 8/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Mon 12/1017:40 -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 8/9$1,199
One-way Air New Zealand flights to Cairns
Search for one-way Air New Zealand flight options to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 September 2026.
Sat 24/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9$443
Mon 12/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9$466
Mon 19/1007:10 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9$467
How do most travelers feel about Air New Zealand?
The general consensus from 669 Cheapflights users is that Air New Zealand is a 8.0/10. Select your travel dates above for updated prices on flights from Auckland to Cairns (AKL-CNS).
Can I get a flight from Auckland to Cairns on Air New Zealand for under $1,203?
There are 8 flights available on Air New Zealand from Auckland to Cairns for under $1,203. These prices can change based on many factors including date and time. To find AKL-CNS flight prices for your dates, click here.
Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Cairns in 2026
Find detailed information about Air New Zealand flights from Auckland to Cairns. Explore the options provided by Air New Zealand to plan your journey from Auckland to Cairns. Data last updated 12 September 2026.
When is the best time to book a flight to Cairns with Air New Zealand?
The best time to book a flight to Cairns with Air New Zealand is 73 days before departure. On average, fares are higher if you book 7 days before departure.
Which month is the cheapest to fly Economy class from Auckland to Cairns?
For Economy class flights, the cheapest month to fly this route is May. The most expensive months are December and November.
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).
Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cairns
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Read reviews and see what other travellers are saying about their experiences with Air New Zealand. Get insights from real passengers regarding the airline's services, customer satisfaction, and overall travel experience. Use these reviews to inform your decision when choosing Air New Zealand for your next flight. Reviews last updated 12 September 2026.
All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed
10.0
Wonderful|Jun 2026
Excellent customer service
2.0
Poor|Jun 2026
Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2026
Great experience and very good hospitality
6.0
Okay|Mar 2026
We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
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