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$543+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Cairns (CNS)

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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CNS
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Thu 3/19
Thu 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 17, 2026.

This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:55 am
JFK
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CNS
2 stops47h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/203:45 pm
CNS
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JFK
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,313
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Tue 5/51:55 am
JFK
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CNS
2 stops47h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/199:40 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops53h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,340
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/307:20 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops31h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 4/66:20 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops39h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,378
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Tue 5/51:55 am
JFK
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CNS
2 stops47h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/212:50 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,390
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/293:29 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops29h 36m
Qantas Airways
Thu 11/195:40 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops38h 19m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/16$1,413
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Tue 5/54:30 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/197:10 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,419
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:20 pm
JFK
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CNS
3 stops34h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/203:45 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops28h 29m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,422
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Sun 5/34:30 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops29h 20m
Qantas Airways
Tue 5/196:00 am
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops38h 14m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,432
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/174:30 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops51h 15m
Qantas Airways
Tue 2/245:35 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops38h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/16$1,437
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Mon 5/42:35 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops32h 20m
Qantas Airways
Mon 5/186:00 am
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops38h 14m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,445
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Sun 5/34:30 pm
JFK
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CNS
2 stops29h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/231:40 pm
CNS
-
JFK
2 stops40h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,451

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JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/5

1:55 am-3:00 pm

2 stops47h 05m

Cairns

Tue 5/19

9:40 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops53h 30m

$1,340

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/5

2:35 pm-11:50 am

2 stops31h 15m

Cairns

Mon 5/18

3:45 pm-6:14 am

2 stops28h 29m

$1,432

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/3

2:35 pm-11:50 am

2 stops31h 15m

Cairns

Sun 5/17

3:45 pm-6:14 am

2 stops28h 29m

$1,432

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/3

2:35 pm-11:50 am

2 stops31h 15m

Cairns

Wed 5/20

11:20 am-6:14 am

2 stops32h 54m

$1,432

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/5

4:30 pm-11:50 am

2 stops29h 20m

Cairns

Wed 5/20

1:55 pm-6:14 am

2 stops30h 19m

$1,432

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/5

4:30 pm-11:50 am

2 stops29h 20m

Cairns

Sun 5/17

3:45 pm-6:14 am

2 stops28h 29m

$1,432

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

5:29 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops29h 26m

Cairns

Tue 5/19

11:20 am-6:14 am

2 stops32h 54m

$1,445

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

4:30 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Mon 5/18

3:45 pm-6:14 am

2 stops28h 29m

$1,445

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

2:35 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Cairns

Mon 5/18

6:00 am-6:14 am

2 stops38h 14m

$1,445

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

4:30 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Sun 5/17

3:45 pm-6:14 am

2 stops28h 29m

$1,445

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns

How often are flights from New York to Cairns delayed?

About 43% of weekly flights between New York and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 504 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Cairns flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Cairns flights?

Over the last year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.

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 February 17, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
992 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
992 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
992 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Cairns (CNS), located 2.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns. 1 airline have flights to Cairns from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns in about 31h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cairns are separated by a distance of 9564 mi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns?

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Top airline flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Cairns

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,762Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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