Cairns

$1,004+ Cheap flights from New York State to Cairns (CNS)

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JFK — CNS
May 5 — May 121
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Cairns

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$1,041
(Fiji Airways)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 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 Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 5/116:00 amLGA - CNS
3 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/143:35 pmCNS - LGA
3 stops45h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,587
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 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 Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/57:00 pmLGA - CNS
2 stops27h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 12/136:00 amCNS - LGA
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,878
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/214:59 pmEWR - CNS
2 stops33h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/276:00 amCNS - EWR
2 stops24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,911
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 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.
Sat 6/219:55 pmJFK - CNS
1 stop46h 50mAir New Zealand
Sun 7/276:35 pmCNS - JFK
2 stops39h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/29$2,139
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 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 York State to Cairns that are best for you.

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New York

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Cairns

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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

LGA - CNS

LGACNS

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/11

6:00 am-11:25 am

3 stops39h 25m

Cairns

Wed 5/14

3:35 pm-10:36 pm

3 stops45h 01m

$1,587

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 9/5

7:00 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Cairns

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$1,878

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

Sat 6/21

9:55 pm-10:45 am

1 stop46h 50m

Cairns

Sun 7/27

6:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$2,139

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York State to Cairns

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

When flying from State of New York to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 April 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Fiji Airways and Singapore Airlines from New York to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

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 York?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns from New York. Cairns is conveniently located just 2.8 mi from Cairns’s city center.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Cairns (average of $1,136). Flying from State of New York 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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