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$1,081+ 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 10/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CNS
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Wed 11/5
Wed 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,658
(Fiji Airways)

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$1,081
(Fiji Airways)
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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 October 6, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:45 amJFK - CNS
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/255:35 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,829
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/189:00 amJFK - CNS
2 stops40h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/252:50 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops36h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/4$1,830
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1810:20 pmJFK - CNS
3 stops69h 25mEmirates
Tue 11/2511:35 amCNS - JFK
3 stops46h 20mEmirates
Deal found 10/4$2,166
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:58 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops30h 07mQantas Airways
Fri 1/212:35 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops40h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$14,312
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Sat 12/201:45 amJFK - CNS
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/26:00 amCNS - JFK
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$18,131
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/4. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:05 pmJFK - CNS
1 stop52h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 1/26:35 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops31h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/4$19,071
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Sat 12/201:45 amJFK - CNS
1 stop41h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 1/25:40 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops57h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/4$21,338

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns that are best for you.

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New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/28

1:40 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Cairns

Thu 2/12

11:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$1,758

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/28

9:00 pm-8:30 am

3 stops44h 30m

Cairns

Thu 2/12

5:20 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$1,847

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/27

1:45 am-4:15 pm

2 stops47h 30m

Cairns

Wed 3/4

12:35 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$1,865

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/29

9:00 pm-11:35 am

2 stops48h 35m

$1,081

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/29

4:30 pm-2:00 pm

3 stops31h 30m

$1,474

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/29

10:20 pm-8:35 am

3 stops44h 15m

$1,524

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/19

9:00 pm-11:35 am

2 stops47h 35m

$1,938

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/28

5:00 pm-7:05 pm

3 stops59h 05m

$3,190

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/29

11:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$3,364

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Deals found on 10/4

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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 October 6, 2025.
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
911 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
911 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
911 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SYD - BNE

Great. Except I haven’t claimed my free lounge passes since 2022 on my Qantas credit card. That’s lots of flights I would have booked if you’d reminded me

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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 Cathay Pacific fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns in about 36h 10m. 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.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($1,762), offers the cheapest pricing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cairns.

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

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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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