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$251+ Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to Auckland (AKL)

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — AKL
Sep 7 — Sep 141
Mon 9/7
Mon 9/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Auckland

Cheapest flights from Cairns to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 8, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/187:00 am -
1 stop11h 50m
Tue 10/208:55 pm -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 8/4$442
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/59:40 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Thu 9/108:55 pm -
1 stop15h 45m
Deal found 8/4$463
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/49:40 am -
1 stop12h 40m
Sun 9/138:55 pm -
1 stop15h 45m
Deal found 8/6$470
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/107:10 pm -
1 stop14h 15m
Tue 9/152:25 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 8/6$492
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:00 am -
1 stop8h 10m
Tue 9/86:15 am -
1 stop12h 45m
Deal found 8/5$542
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/192:40 pm -
1 stop11h 30m
Wed 11/258:00 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 8/5$548

Find 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 August 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$442
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$251
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$443

Good one-way deal

$498 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Auckland that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 9/5

9:40 am-12:20 am

1 stop12h 40m

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/10

8:55 pm-10:40 am

1 stop15h 45m

$463

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 11/19

11:40 am-12:05 am

1 stop9h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/25

11:55 am-10:40 pm

2 stops13h 45m

$767

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 9/10

1:40 pm-7:35 am

2 stops15h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/15

11:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$783

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sun 10/18

11:20 am-7:35 am

2 stops17h 15m

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/20

11:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$789

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 9/9

12:35 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/4

7:05 am-7:30 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$791
Quickest round-trip

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 9/15

12:35 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/17

11:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$797

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Mon 9/14

1:55 pm-7:35 am

2 stops15h 40m

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/5

4:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$801

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 9/15

11:20 am-7:35 am

2 stops18h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/21

6:05 am-7:30 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$804

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 9/12

3:45 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/16

11:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$804
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

CairnsAuckland

CNS Cairns - AKL Auckland Intl

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 10/22

10:55 am-6:35 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$359

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cairns-Auckland flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cairns-Auckland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Auckland

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

Booking 69 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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $384). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $635). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 8, 2026.

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cairns to Auckland?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cairns to Auckland flights typically cost between $369 and $535 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $442 on Jetstar (Oct 18-Oct 20).

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Auckland?

    Jetstar and Qantas Airways can get you from Cairns to Auckland in just under 9h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 15m. There are 2247 mi between Cairns and Auckland. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $185. Air New Zealand flights start at $331 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $351 one-way.

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

    Consider Virgin Australia (79%), Air New Zealand (79%) or Singapore Airlines (79%) 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 $495. On average you can expect to pay $529. The most popular route, (Cairns - Auckland Intl), can usually be booked for $333.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $384). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $635). 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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