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Cheap flights from Cairns to Auckland from $395

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — AKL
31 May — 7 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 May 2026.

Thu 4/607:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop12h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 14/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/4$697
Tue 2/607:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 4/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$733
Thu 11/607:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 50m
Jetstar
Thu 18/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/4$746
Sun 14/607:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop8h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 21/606:15
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop12h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$750
Wed 12/809:40
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop12h 40m
Jetstar
Tue 18/806:15
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop12h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 27/4$758
Tue 12/507:00
CNS
-
AKL
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 19/518:30
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop18h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/4$825
Thu 4/611:55
CNS
-
AKL
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/620:55
AKL
-
CNS
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$844

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Auckland (AKL). 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 1 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$697

One-way from

$395

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$798
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/6-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 35m total
  • Cairns to Auckland
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Cairns to Auckland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 4/6

07:00-21:50

1 stop12h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/6

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

$697

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 11/6

07:00-17:50

1 stop8h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/6

20:55-10:40

1 stop15h 45m

$746

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 12/8

09:40-00:20

1 stop12h 40m

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/8

06:15-17:00

1 stop12h 45m

$758

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 4/6

07:00-21:50

1 stop12h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/6

09:00-10:40

2 stops27h 40m

$847

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Mon 15/6

21:15-19:20

2 stops20h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 22/6

17:25-08:30

1 stop17h 05m

$869

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 2/6

07:00-21:50

1 stop12h 50m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/6

17:35-10:40

2 stops19h 05m

$876
Fastest return journey

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 13/6

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 20/6

07:10-10:45

Nonstop5h 35m

$886

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 11/6

11:55-18:35

Nonstop4h 40m

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/6

18:30-10:40

1 stop18h 10m

$890

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 10/6

06:00-16:10

1 stop8h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 17/6

17:25-08:30

1 stop17h 05m

$890

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Mon 15/6

21:15-05:30

1 stop30h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 22/6

17:25-08:30

1 stop17h 05m

$893

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Auckland?

The price you pay for your flight from Cairns to Auckland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $741). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,075). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to AKL?

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Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar from Cairns to Auckland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
538 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.1

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

AKL - CHC

About 4 hours in delays to be in a very packed plane. The crew was excellent though so have to give credit for that.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
538 reviews
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
538 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.1

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

AKL - CHC

About 4 hours in delays to be in a very packed plane. The crew was excellent though so have to give credit for that.

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  • How popular is this Cairns to Auckland flight route?

    The Cairns to Auckland Intl flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Auckland?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to Auckland in 12h 50m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance between Cairns and Auckland is about 3616 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns to Auckland round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($643), offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Auckland. Jetstar is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $280. Air New Zealand flights start at $494 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $548 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Auckland?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Auckland are Virgin Australia (60%), Air New Zealand (60%) and Singapore Airlines (60%).

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $741). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,075). 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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JetstarCheapest$643Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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