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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cairns from $590

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHC — CNS
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
Thu 23/5
Thu 30/5

The best prices from Christchurch to Cairns are usually found in March or June, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) 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 18 May 2024.

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Round-trip from

$850

One-way from

$590
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Christchurch to Cairns?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 19% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 45 days in advance, which can save you up to 62% on flights from Christchurch to Cairns compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 45 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $998. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,438.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Cairns?

March is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cairns from Christchurch. Prices for March average $1,128 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $992. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a March flight can save you 29% on your journey compared to booking in January

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Cairns (CHC - CNS)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Christchurch to Cairns in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Christchurch to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Christchurch and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 115,865 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Jetstar flights we've come across from Christchurch to Cairns. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 12/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Mon 26/812:15CNS - CHC
1 stop9h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$676
Mon 12/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Thu 29/809:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$702
Mon 12/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Sat 31/809:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$716
Thu 15/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Mon 26/812:15CNS - CHC
1 stop9h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$729
Wed 14/820:25CHC - CNS
2 stops28h 25mJetstar
Wed 28/818:55CNS - CHC
2 stops22h 55mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$1,008

Cheap Air New Zealand flights from Christchurch to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air New Zealand for the route between Christchurch and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 115,865 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Air New Zealand flights from Christchurch to Cairns. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 25/614:00CHC - CNS
2 stops10h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/712:45CNS - CHC
2 stops22h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/5$920
Mon 27/514:00CHC - CNS
1 stop22h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/520:30CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$947
Mon 27/516:05CHC - CNS
2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/520:30CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$1,209
Mon 27/516:00CHC - CNS
1 stop20h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/506:00CNS - CHC
2 stops24h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/5$1,424

Cheap Christchurch to Cairns flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Christchurch to Cairns specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 115,865 searches. Prices were last updated on 18 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Christchurch to Cairns in May and June 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 25/606:35CHC - CNS
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/712:15CNS - CHC
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$871
Tue 25/606:35CHC - CNS
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/712:15CNS - CHC
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$887
Tue 25/614:00CHC - CNS
2 stops10h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/712:45CNS - CHC
2 stops22h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/5$920
Mon 27/514:00CHC - CNS
1 stop22h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/520:30CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$947
Mon 27/516:05CHC - CNS
2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/520:30CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$1,209
Mon 27/506:25CHC - CNS
1 stop8h 40mQantas Airways
Fri 31/506:00CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/5$1,310
Mon 27/516:00CHC - CNS
1 stop20h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/506:00CNS - CHC
2 stops24h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/5$1,424

Christchurch to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Christchurch and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 115,865 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Christchurch to Cairns in May and June 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 12/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Mon 26/812:15CNS - CHC
1 stop9h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$676
Mon 12/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Thu 29/809:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$702
Mon 12/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Sat 31/809:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$716
Thu 15/816:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Mon 26/812:15CNS - CHC
1 stop9h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/5$729
Wed 14/806:10CHC - CNS
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/812:15CNS - CHC
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$733
Wed 14/806:10CHC - CNS
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/809:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$760
Wed 14/806:10CHC - CNS
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/809:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$773
Thu 15/806:10CHC - CNS
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/809:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$782
Sat 17/806:35CHC - CNS
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/812:15CNS - CHC
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5$784

Christchurch to Cairns flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Christchurch to Cairns for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 115,865 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Christchurch to Cairns should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Mon 27/514:00CHC - CNS
1 stop22h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/520:30CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$947
Mon 27/516:05CHC - CNS
2 stops20h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/520:30CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/5$1,209
Mon 27/506:25CHC - CNS
1 stop8h 40mQantas Airways
Fri 31/506:00CNS - CHC
1 stop16h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/5$1,310
Mon 27/516:00CHC - CNS
1 stop20h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/506:00CNS - CHC
2 stops24h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/5$1,424

One-way flights to Cairns from Christchurch

Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 115,865 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Christchurch to Cairns, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Christchurch to Cairns can use the search form above.
Tue 1/1011:25CHC - CNS
2 stops14h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/5$590
Tue 1/1018:45CHC - CNS
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/5$595

Find flights from Christchurch to Cairns within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 115,865 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2024.

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ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 12/8

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Mon 26/8

1 stop9h 50m

$676

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 12/8

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Thu 29/8

1 stop12h 20m

$702

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 12/8

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Sat 31/8

1 stop12h 20m

$716

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 15/8

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Mon 26/8

1 stop9h 50m

$729

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 14/8

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Mon 26/8

1 stop9h 50m

$733

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 14/8

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Thu 29/8

1 stop12h 20m

$760

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 14/8

1 stop10h 50m

Cairns

Sat 31/8

1 stop12h 20m

$773

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 15/8

1 stop13h 10m

Cairns

Thu 29/8

1 stop12h 20m

$782

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 25/6

2 stops10h 35m

Cairns

Mon 22/7

2 stops22h 10m

$920

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When is the best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Cairns, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Cairns flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cairns by month

Plan your trip from Christchurch to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Christchurch to Cairns is currently $592 while a return flight costs $755. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns (average of $521). Flying from Christchurch to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $678). 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.

January

$1,013

February

$874

March

$851

April

$988

May

$887

June

$1,010

July

$1,108

August

$961

September

$1,001

October

$964

November

$967

December

$1,045

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

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 18 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Christchurch to Cairns, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar and Air New Zealand. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
624 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
624 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
624 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
963 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
624 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
632 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
624 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Christchurch to Cairns for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Christchurch to Cairns for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $676, but on average you can expect to pay $789.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Christchurch to Cairns for under $1,000?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Christchurch to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Cairns round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Christchurch to Cairns is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $676 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $920. Jetstar is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Cairns?

    Before booking your flight from Christchurch to Cairns, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Air New Zealand or Qantas Airways.

  • What does CHC to CNS mean?

    CHC stands for Christchurch Airport, while CNS stands for Cairns Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Christchurch to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Christchurch to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Christchurch to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Christchurch to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Christchurch to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Christchurch to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Christchurch to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Christchurch to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 17/5.

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