Cairns

$1,291+ Cheap flights from New York State to Cairns (CNS)

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JFK — CNS
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (USNY) 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 January 21, 2025.

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Cheapest flights from New York to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:55 pmLGA - CNS
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1212:25 pmCNS - LGA
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,331
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/156:10 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/196:40 pmCNS - EWR
2 stops36h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:30 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops29h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/266:00 amCNS - EWR
2 stops34h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,420
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/199:30 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/2612:35 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,659
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:10 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops31h 45mAir Canada
Fri 4/187:15 pmCNS - EWR
2 stops35h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$1,720
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:55 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops54h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 5/126:15 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops30h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,817
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/155:25 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops30h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 7/195:25 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops37h 04mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,920
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/45:41 pmLGA - CNS
3 stops51h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/186:00 amCNS - LGA
3 stops29h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$2,034
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:45 pmLGA - CNS
3 stops53h 10mAir Canada
Mon 5/124:35 pmCNS - LGA
3 stops44h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$2,081
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/155:58 pmLGA - CNS
2 stops26h 47mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/196:40 pmCNS - LGA
3 stops41h 19mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/21$2,177
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/22:00 amJFK - CNS
2 stops47h 55mANA
Thu 6/1212:10 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops61h 00mANA
Deal found 1/21$2,177
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/410:30 amJFK - CNS
3 stops39h 25mAir Canada
Fri 4/187:15 pmCNS - JFK
3 stops57h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$2,443

Find flights from New York to Cairns within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/3

6:55 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 30m

Cairns

Thu 6/12

12:25 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,331

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Sun 6/15

6:10 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Cairns

Sat 7/19

6:40 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops36h 19m

$1,340

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Wed 2/19

5:30 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Cairns

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-1:17 am

2 stops34h 17m

$1,420

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/19

9:30 pm-8:30 am

3 stops44h 00m

Cairns

Wed 2/26

12:35 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$1,659

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Fri 4/4

6:10 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Cairns

Fri 4/18

7:15 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops35h 34m

$1,720

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

8:55 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops54h 05m

Cairns

Mon 5/12

6:15 pm-11:10 am

2 stops30h 55m

$1,817

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/15

5:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Cairns

Sat 7/19

5:25 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops37h 04m

$1,920

New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Fri 4/4

5:41 pm-11:10 am

3 stops51h 29m

Cairns

Fri 4/18

6:00 am-9:57 pm

3 stops29h 57m

$2,034

New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/8

8:45 pm-3:55 pm

3 stops53h 10m

Cairns

Mon 5/12

4:35 pm-10:36 pm

3 stops44h 01m

$2,081

New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Sun 6/15

5:58 pm-10:45 am

2 stops26h 47m

Cairns

Sat 7/19

6:40 pm-9:59 pm

3 stops41h 19m

$2,177

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Cairns

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 January 21, 2025.

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

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 0.8 - 16.9 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 16.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Canada, Qantas Airways and United Airlines from New York to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

7.5
Good
830 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

7.5
Good
824 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

7.0
Good
8,635 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from New York?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns from New York. Cairns is conveniently located just 2.8 mi from Cairns’s city center.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Cairns (average of $1,068). Flying from State of New York to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,397). 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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