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$559+ Cheap flights from New Jersey to Cairns (CNS)

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EWR — CNS
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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$1,558
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$559
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/710:30 amJFK - CNS
3 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/287:15 pmCNS - JFK
3 stops41h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,558
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:50 pmLGA - CNS
2 stops26h 35mFiji Airways
Thu 6/1212:25 pmCNS - LGA
2 stops25h 05mFiji Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,585
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/216:20 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops51h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 7/276:40 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops50h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,769
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/910:25 amEWR - CNS
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2212:25 pmCNS - EWR
3 stops37h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,771
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:55 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops54h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 9/286:15 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops30h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,792
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/98:45 amLGA - CNS
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2212:25 pmCNS - LGA
3 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,818
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/233:50 pmEWR - CNS
3 stops34h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/16:35 pmCNS - EWR
2 stops39h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$1,994
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/238:15 amEWR - CNS
2 stops38h 55mAir Canada
Tue 7/16:00 amCNS - EWR
2 stops31h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$2,015
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/79:55 pmJFK - CNS
2 stops30h 05mAir New Zealand
Sun 8/106:35 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops39h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/30$2,117
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/201:20 amJFK - CNS
2 stops45h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 7/278:25 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops50h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$2,470
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/237:00 pmLGA - CNS
2 stops27h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 7/112:15 pmCNS - LGA
2 stops49h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/29$2,483
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/310:20 pmJFK - CNS
3 stops49h 25mEmirates
Thu 6/123:35 pmCNS - JFK
3 stops41h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$2,649

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

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New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/7

10:30 am-1:35 pm

3 stops37h 05m

Cairns

Sun 9/28

7:15 pm-10:47 pm

3 stops41h 32m

$1,558

New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/3

6:50 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 35m

Cairns

Thu 6/12

12:25 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$1,585

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/21

6:20 pm-11:35 am

2 stops51h 15m

Cairns

Sun 7/27

6:40 pm-7:33 am

2 stops50h 53m

$1,769

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/7

8:55 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops54h 05m

Cairns

Sun 9/28

6:15 pm-11:10 am

2 stops30h 55m

$1,792

New YorkCairns

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/9

8:45 am-4:25 am

2 stops29h 40m

Cairns

Thu 5/22

12:25 pm-11:00 am

3 stops36h 35m

$1,818

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Sat 6/21

4:59 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops33h 41m

Cairns

Sun 7/27

6:00 am-4:59 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,911

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Mon 6/23

3:50 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops34h 50m

Cairns

Tue 7/1

6:35 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops39h 55m

$1,994

NewarkCairns

EWR - CNS

EWRCNS

Newark

Mon 6/23

8:15 am-1:10 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Cairns

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-11:16 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$2,015

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/7

9:55 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Cairns

Sun 8/10

6:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$2,117

New YorkCairns

JFK - CNS

JFKCNS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/20

1:20 am-12:25 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Cairns

Sun 7/27

8:25 pm-9:00 am

2 stops50h 35m

$2,470

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Deals found on 4/29

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Jersey to Cairns

Rainfall in Cairns by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 0.8 - 16.9 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 16.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cairns by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, ANA and Fiji Airways from New Jersey to Cairns. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
190 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

Related info for your journey

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

    Cairns (CNS), located 2.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Jersey to Cairns.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Jersey to Cairns one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $980. Users have also found prices from $1,004 and $1,062 on Qantas Airways and ANA, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Jersey to Cairns?

    While some choose either New York LaGuardia - Cairns or Newark - Cairns, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cairns is the most popular route from New Jersey to Cairns.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Jersey to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Jersey to Cairns.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey to Cairns 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 New Jersey to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Cairns (average of $1,136). Flying from New Jersey to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,244). 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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