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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cairns from $328

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CNS
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

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 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$800

One-way from

$328

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,487
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/1-20/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • Christchurch to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • Christchurch to Cairns
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High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Tue 24/1216:10CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 55mJetstar
Sat 28/1207:35CNS - CHC
1 stop30h 45mJetstar
Deal found 15/12$1,206
Tue 24/1216:10CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/1210:55CNS - CHC
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,277

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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Thu 16/1

16:10-17:50

1 stop28h 40m

Cairns

Mon 20/1

12:30-00:05

1 stop8h 35m

$800

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Fri 31/1

06:45-09:05

2 stops29h 20m

Cairns

Fri 7/2

09:45-00:20

1 stop11h 35m

$907

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Mon 3/2

05:45-22:45

2 stops20h 00m

Cairns

Thu 6/2

06:00-22:10

2 stops13h 10m

$1,232

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Sun 12/1

16:10-09:05

1 stop19h 55m

$328

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Tue 11/2

18:20-17:35

1 stop26h 15m

$482

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 5/3

06:10-12:00

1 stop8h 50m

$489

ChristchurchCairns

CHC - CNS

CHCCNS

Christchurch

Wed 15/1

06:05-12:05

1 stop9h 00m

$496

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Deals found on 17/12

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Cairns

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Christchurch to Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I 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 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Cairns, you should look to book at least 90 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Christchurch to Cairns at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 2% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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).

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 December 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
808 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
485 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Cairns flight route?

    This flight path from Christchurch to Cairns was viewed by 103 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 $800 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $1,232. Jetstar is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Christchurch to Cairns are Jetstar ($328), Qantas Airways ($482), and Air New Zealand ($489).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Cairns?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $570. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Cairns) can be booked for $756 on average our data indicates $882 when flying from Christchurch to Cairns.

  • 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Christchurch to Cairns

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$565Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$757Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$895Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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