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$925+ Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to New York, NY (NYC)

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CNS — NYC
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,379
(Jetabroad)

One-way from

$925
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,433
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2412:40 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/151:50 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops55h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,334
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:40 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops35h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 5/177:20 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops32h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,379
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2412:05 pmCNS - EWR
2 stops43h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/156:30 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,404
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 11/246:00 amCNS - EWR
2 stops25h 51mAir Canada
Mon 12/156:30 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/28$1,626
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:35 pmCNS - JFK
1 stop37h 50mSingapore Airlines
Mon 12/158:15 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops30h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,890
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/101:40 pmCNS - EWR
3 stops69h 40mEmirates
Sat 5/1711:55 pmEWR - CNS
3 stops45h 40mEmirates
Deal found 3/26$1,971
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1010:20 amCNS - JFK
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 5/161:20 amJFK - CNS
2 stops42h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,980
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/251:50 pmCNS - EWR
3 stops44h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/23:50 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops30h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 3/26$1,994
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:35 pmCNS - EWR
1 stop25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Mon 12/154:10 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops34h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$2,075
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/106:40 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops62h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 5/179:55 pmJFK - CNS
1 stop46h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/26$2,152
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2912:45 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops58h 30mEmirates
Sat 12/2010:20 pmJFK - CNS
3 stops43h 00mEmirates
Deal found 3/27$2,316

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Sat 5/10

6:40 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops35h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/17

7:20 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$1,379

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Mon 5/12

7:00 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops41h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/19

3:40 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops31h 55m

$1,604

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Sat 5/10

12:25 pm-9:07 am

3 stops34h 42m

Newark

Sat 5/17

6:10 pm-11:05 am

2 stops26h 55m

$1,718

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Mon 5/12

4:55 pm-9:00 am

2 stops54h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/19

10:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$1,811

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Sat 5/10

1:40 pm-9:20 pm

3 stops69h 40m

Newark

Sat 5/17

11:55 pm-11:35 am

3 stops45h 40m

$1,971

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Fri 4/25

1:50 pm-8:05 pm

3 stops44h 15m

Newark

Mon 6/2

3:50 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,994

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Mon 5/12

2:25 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops42h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/19

11:20 am-8:55 pm

2 stops43h 35m

$2,032

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Sat 5/10

6:40 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops62h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/17

9:55 pm-10:45 am

1 stop46h 50m

$2,152

CairnsNew York

CNS - JFK

CNSJFK

Cairns

Mon 5/12

6:15 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop38h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/19

8:55 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$2,759

CairnsNewark

CNS - EWR

CNSEWR

Cairns

Mon 5/12

6:15 pm-6:00 am

1 stop25h 45m

Newark

Mon 5/19

9:35 am-5:00 pm

1 stop41h 25m

$3,961

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Deals found on 3/28

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Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Air New Zealand from Cairns to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cairns (CNS), located 2.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairns to New York. 0 airlines have flights from Cairns to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cairns to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York per day.

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

    Currently priced at $1,379, Qantas Airways will fly you from Cairns to New York and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,811 and $1,971, respectively. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to New York (average of $236). Flying from Cairns to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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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