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Air New Zealand flights from Wellington to Cairns (WLG - CNS)

WLG — CNS
27 Apr — 4 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights users flying from Wellington to Cairns on Air New Zealand typically fly into Cairns and depart from Wellington. Select your dates above for pricing.

Air New Zealand flights from Wellington to Cairns in 2026

Find detailed information about Air New Zealand flights from Wellington to Cairns. Explore the options provided by Air New Zealand to plan your journey from Wellington to Cairns. Data last updated 28 March 2026.

One-way from

$465

Return from

$901

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price (all airlines)

$877
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  • 19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Wellington to Cairns
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  • 9/5-16/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Wellington to Cairns
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  • Can I get a flight from Wellington to Cairns on Air New Zealand for under $1,042?

    Cheapflights currently has 2 WLG-CNS flights for under $1,042. Flights to Cairns will vary based on many factors, like date and time. Click here to find the best price for your dates on Cheapflights.

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Cheapest Air New Zealand flights from Wellington to Cairns
Explore the most affordable Air New Zealand flight options available from Wellington to Cairns. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 28 March 2026.

Fri 17/406:30
WLG
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CNS
1 stop30h 15m
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Sat 23/511:55
CNS
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WLG
1 stop18h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 25/3$981
Fri 17/406:30
WLG
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CNS
1 stop30h 15m
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Fri 24/409:25
CNS
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WLG
2 stops20h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 25/3$1,156

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).

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