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$199+ 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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — AKL
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$367
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$199
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$492

Good one-way deal

$332 or less
From Cairns to Auckland Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 8/1210:55 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop8h 55mJetstar
Tue 8/196:15 amAKL - CNS
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Deal found 6/30$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 8/1311:50 amCNS - AKL
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/206:40 amAKL - CNS
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$391
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 9/411:55 amCNS - AKL
Nonstop4h 40mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/87:10 amAKL - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/29$611
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:15 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop9h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 9/810:30 amAKL - CNS
2 stops14h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/29$680
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 8/135:20 pmCNS - AKL
1 stop28h 35mEmirates
Wed 8/203:55 pmAKL - CNS
1 stop8h 55mEmirates
Deal found 6/29$701

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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Auckland that are best for you.

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Cairns

Fly to

Auckland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Tue 8/12

10:55 pm-9:50 am

1 stop8h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/19

6:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$367

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 8/13

11:50 am-4:30 am

1 stop14h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/20

6:40 am-8:25 am

1 stop27h 45m

$391

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 9/4

11:55 am-6:35 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/8

7:10 am-10:45 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$611

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Thu 9/4

12:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/8

10:30 am-10:50 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$680

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 8/13

5:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/20

3:55 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$701

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Wed 8/6

3:35 pm-4:30 am

1 stop10h 55m

$199

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Mon 9/8

11:50 am-4:30 am

1 stop14h 40m

$207

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 9/6

11:55 am-6:35 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$333

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Sat 10/25

7:00 am-7:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$344

CairnsAuckland

CNS - AKL

CNSAKL

Cairns

Fri 10/31

6:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops48h 10m

$2,303

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Deals found on 6/29

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Auckland

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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 47 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 July 1, 2025.

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.

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 July 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Cairns to Auckland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
869 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
455 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairns to Auckland round-trip from $367. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $611, and Qantas Airways, from $680. Jetstar is 31% 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 $199. Air New Zealand flights start at $333 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $344 one-way.

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

    Consider Virgin Australia (77%), Air New Zealand (77%) or Singapore Airlines (77%) 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 $329. On average you can expect to pay $4,475. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Cairns to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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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