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CNS — AKL
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
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Cheapest flights from Cairns

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 112,707 searches.
Sun 2/606:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Sun 9/622:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$666
Fri 24/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop27h 55mJetstar
Sun 9/622:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$696
Wed 2/1006:00CNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Mon 7/1023:30AKL - CNS
1 stop14h 45mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$782
Sun 30/609:45CNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Wed 10/715:30AKL - CNS
1 stop19h 40mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$794
Sat 3/818:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sat 10/806:15AKL - CNS
1 stop9h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/5$804
Sat 22/618:55CNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sun 7/722:30AKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$807
Mon 26/819:15CNS - ZQN
1 stop16h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 31/818:00ZQN - CNS
1 stop27h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/5$832
Mon 26/816:35CNS - ZQN
1 stop17h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 31/818:00ZQN - CNS
2 stops23h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/5$854
Fri 24/506:00CNS - AKL
1 stop27h 55mJetstar
Sun 9/622:30AKL - CNS
2 stops17h 55mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$904

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Cairns to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 112,707 searches and data was last updated 12 May 2024.
Sat 25/506:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 29/506:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$236
Tue 11/609:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$246
Sat 10/809:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 14/819:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$252
Wed 10/706:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 14/706:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$256
Mon 15/706:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Fri 19/720:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/5$262
Wed 26/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 30/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$272
Fri 9/806:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Fri 16/810:30SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 10/5$279
Tue 25/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 29/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$281
Fri 9/806:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 13/806:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$289

International flights from Cairns

Explore international flight options available from Cairns. Discover the destinations served by airlines operating from Cairns, compare fares, and find the ideal international flight for your travel plans. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches, with fares last updated on 12 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 112,707 searches.
Tue 11/609:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 15/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$246
Sat 10/809:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Wed 14/819:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$252
Wed 10/706:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 14/706:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$256
Mon 15/706:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 15mVirgin Australia
Fri 19/720:50BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/5$262
Wed 26/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sun 30/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 12/5$272
Fri 9/806:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Fri 16/810:30SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 10/5$279
Tue 25/606:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Sat 29/606:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$281
Fri 9/806:00CNS - BNE
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Tue 13/806:00BNE - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$289
Mon 9/906:35CNS - SYD
Nonstop3h 00mJetstar
Mon 16/919:45SYD - CNS
Nonstop3h 05mJetstar
Deal found 11/5$292

Direct flights from Cairns

Discover airlines that offer direct flights from Cairns to various destinations. Avoid layovers and travel efficiently with direct flight options, saving you time and providing a more convenient travel experience. Please note that the direct flight options are based on data from 12 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 112,707 searches.
Sat 3/811:55CNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Sat 10/807:05AKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$1,241

Find flights from Cairns within your budget

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$666 - $904

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Departure

Return

Price

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 2/6

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/6

1 stop11h 55m

$666

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Fri 24/5

1 stop27h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/6

1 stop11h 55m

$696

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 2/10

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/10

1 stop14h 45m

$782

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 30/6

1 stop11h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/7

1 stop19h 40m

$794

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 3/8

1 stop17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 10/8

1 stop9h 20m

$804

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 22/6

1 stop17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/7

1 stop11h 55m

$807

CairnsQueenstown Intl

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Mon 26/8

1 stop16h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 31/8

1 stop27h 20m

$832

CairnsQueenstown Intl

CNS - ZQN

CNSZQN

Cairns

Mon 26/8

1 stop17h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 31/8

2 stops23h 55m

$854

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Fri 24/5

1 stop27h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/6

2 stops17h 55m

$904

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Deals found on 12/5

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns, you should look to book at least 75 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 Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Cairns would be wise to consider leaving during Friday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Cairns by month

Plan your trip from Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns is currently $413 while a return flight costs $793. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns (average of $525). Flying from Cairns in July will prove the most costly (average of $685). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$204

February

$262

March

$257

April

$231

May

$223

June

$228

July

$236

August

$208

September

$224

October

$189

November

$236

December

$236

Airline reviews for flights from Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Cairns. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 112,707 searches.
8.3
Very Good
633 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

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.

8.3
Very Good
633 reviews
8.3
Very Good
633 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

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.

7.7
Good
973 reviews
8.3
Very Good
633 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

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.

6.8
Okay
647 reviews
8.3
Very Good
633 reviews

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

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.

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Cairns. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 12 May 2024.
  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

    The most popular destinations from Cairns this month are Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne Airport. The top year-round destinations include Brisbane, Melbourne Airport, Sydney.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Cairns for as low as $107 to Brisbane (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $466 to fly from Cairns.

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Cairns?

    Cooktown, Townsville, and Weipa can be reasonable options for short trips and are within 172 km of Cairns. Check pricing for your preferred destination.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from Cairns?

    Travelers looking to get as far as possible can consider Tokyo, Osaka, and Tokyo as potential destinations for their travel.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from Cairns?

    Some of the most frequent flights departing from Cairns everyday are: Brisbane (224 flights per day), Sydney (133 flights per day), and Melbourne (94 flights per day).

  • Which airlines fly from Cairns?

    For round-trip flights from Cairns you’ll fly on: Jetstar, Singapore Airlines. Which fly to the following popular destinations: Auckland, Kochi.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Cairns is currently March; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Cairns would be wise to consider leaving during Friday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.

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

    To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns, you should look to book at least 75 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.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Cairns?

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