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Cheap flights from Wellington to Cairns from $1,092

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — CNS
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

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WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Mon 5/5

07:30-22:35

2 stops17h 05m

Cairns

Mon 12/5

15:35-07:15

2 stops13h 40m

$1,092

WellingtonCairns

WLG - CNS

WLGCNS

Wellington

Thu 30/1

16:30-14:50

1 stop25h 20m

Cairns

Thu 6/2

17:30-14:50

1 stop18h 20m

$1,187

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Deals found on 16/12

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,092

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,367
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 5/5-12/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Wellington to Cairns
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Best flights from Wellington to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Wellington to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

Mon 5/507:30WLG - CNS
2 stops17h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/515:35CNS - WLG
2 stops13h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$1,092
Thu 30/116:30WLG - CNS
1 stop25h 20mEmirates
Thu 6/217:30CNS - WLG
1 stop18h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/12$1,187

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Wellington to Cairns

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 17 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Wellington to Cairns in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Wellington to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Wellington to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Wellington to Cairns flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17 December 2024.
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Cairns round-trip?

    Air New Zealand, at $1,092, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to Cairns. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Emirates. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 6% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$748Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$750Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$939Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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