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Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to Auckland (AKL) from $253

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 6/16. 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.
CNS — AKL
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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The best prices from Cairns to Auckland Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Auckland

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 June 6, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$1,037

One-way from

$347
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Cairns to Auckland?

Users have found that flying from Cairns to Auckland on a Wednesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 28% by booking at least 19 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Cairns to Auckland within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $525.

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

Flights from Cairns to Auckland lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cairns to Auckland in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $385.

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

When flying from Cairns to Auckland, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Cairns to Auckland flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Auckland specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Cairns to Auckland in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 7/36:00 amCNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Wed 7/1010:30 pmAKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$420
Thu 6/136:55 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Thu 6/206:15 amAKL - CNS
1 stop18h 35mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$518
Thu 7/411:55 amCNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 7/117:05 amAKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$769

Cairns to Auckland 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Auckland in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Cairns to Auckland in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 7/36:00 amCNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Wed 7/1010:30 pmAKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$420
Wed 10/239:45 amCNS - AKL
1 stop10h 20mJetstar
Wed 10/306:20 amAKL - CNS
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$468
Sun 11/179:00 amCNS - AKL
1 stop10h 15mJetstar
Sun 12/16:20 amAKL - CNS
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$486
Fri 11/226:00 amCNS - AKL
1 stop13h 15mJetstar
Thu 12/56:20 amAKL - CNS
1 stop10h 10mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$496
Wed 9/189:45 amCNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sat 9/216:15 amAKL - CNS
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$516
Thu 6/136:55 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Thu 6/206:15 amAKL - CNS
1 stop18h 35mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$518
Tue 10/299:45 amCNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sat 11/98:40 pmAKL - CNS
1 stop14h 35mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$538
Wed 9/189:00 amCNS - AKL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/217:05 amAKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$559
Thu 10/175:55 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Sun 10/2011:30 pmAKL - CNS
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$565

Cairns to Auckland flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cairns to Auckland 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Cairns to Auckland. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Thu 6/136:55 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop17h 15mJetstar
Thu 6/206:15 amAKL - CNS
1 stop18h 35mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$518

One-way flights to Auckland from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Auckland. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Cairns to Auckland. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Cairns to Auckland instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sun 6/166:00 amCNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$253
Wed 9/186:00 amCNS - AKL
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Deal found 6/6$260
Tue 6/186:55 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$275
Sat 9/289:45 amCNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$276
Tue 6/186:55 pmCNS - AKL
2 stops17h 40mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$304
Wed 9/1810:15 amCNS - AKL
2 stops10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$318
Wed 11/69:45 amCNS - AKL
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Deal found 6/5$324
Sat 9/2811:55 amCNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$328
Sat 9/2811:55 amCNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/5$329

Find flights from Cairns to Auckland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Auckland 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 7/3

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/10

1 stop11h 55m

$420

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 10/23

1 stop10h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/30

1 stop14h 15m

$468

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 11/17

1 stop10h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/1

1 stop14h 15m

$486

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Fri 11/22

1 stop13h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/5

1 stop10h 10m

$496

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 9/18

1 stop10h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/21

Nonstop5h 40m

$559

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 9/18

1 stop13h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/21

2 stops33h 25m

$572

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Mon 11/4

2 stops15h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/1

1 stop9h 00m

$652

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Mon 11/4

1 stop8h 40m

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/2

1 stop9h 00m

$694

CairnsAuckland Intl

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 10/17

Nonstop4h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/20

1 stop9h 20m

$710

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairns to Auckland. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Auckland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cairns to Auckland. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Auckland flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Auckland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Auckland from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Auckland by month

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

AKL

Temperature

51.8 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Auckland, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Auckland, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Jetstar and Air New Zealand. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,418 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,896 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
936 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
622 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very good
603 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible. Boarding pass priority boarding. Got no service, no food which looked yucky, why seat people in first class then treat them low class?

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Auckland for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Auckland for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $420, but on average you can expect to pay $614.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Cairns to Auckland for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Cairns to Auckland under $800. A good price for a nonstop flight from Cairns to Auckland is less than $769.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Auckland for under $600?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from Cairns to Auckland within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Cairns to Auckland?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Monday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Cairns to Auckland on average per day?

    On average 3 flights depart from Cairns to Auckland per day.
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  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Auckland?

    Jetstar, Qantas Airways, and Emirates can get you from Cairns to Auckland in just under 8h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 05m. There are 2261 mi between Cairns and Auckland. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairns to Auckland round-trip from $420. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $652, and Emirates, from $694. 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 $253. Air New Zealand flights start at $328 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $444 one-way.

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

    Consider Air New Zealand (83%), Singapore Airlines (83%) or Air China (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Auckland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Auckland?

    The cheapest flight price from Cairns to Auckland is $284. On average you can expect to pay $343. The most popular route, (Cairns - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $333.

  • What does CNS to AKL mean?

    Great question - CNS to AKL just means Cairns Airport to Auckland Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Auckland 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 Cairns to Auckland with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Auckland 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 Cairns to Auckland that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Auckland 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 Cairns to Auckland that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Auckland 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 Cairns to Auckland?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Auckland 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 Cairns to Auckland flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Auckland flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $1,037). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,604). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Cairns to Auckland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Auckland. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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