Flights to Cairns (CNS) with Air New Zealand

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Flights to Cairns with Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand offers non-stop Auckland to Cairns flights. To find our cheapest fares for Cairns flights, select your travel dates when using the fare finder above. Or scroll through the fares displayed below. All prices shown below are per person, one-way.

If you do not live in Auckland, connections are available from Air New Zealand served domestic airports, making it easy to access flights to Cairns from almost anywhere in New Zealand.

With every flight, you can choose your seat, add extra baggage and order special meals. You can even enjoy hours of inflight entertainment with the latest movies, music and multi-player games depending on your seating option.

Get ready for your Cairns adventure with Air New Zealand. Book flights to Cairns from your route of choice below.

Top 5 flight routes to Cairns from New Zealand


Compare & book Air NZ flights to Cairns (CNS) departing in the next 90 days

Auckland (AKL)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 15 Sep 2025
From
$451
Refreshed: 13 hrs ago
Per person, one way
seat

Auckland (AKL)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 02 Oct 2025
From
$451
Refreshed: 13 hrs ago
Per person, one way
seat

Blenheim (BHE)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 03 Aug 2025
From
$701
Refreshed: 19 hrs ago
Per person, one way
seat

Blenheim (BHE)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 02 Aug 2025
From
$751
Refreshed: 19 hrs ago
Per person, one way
seat

Christchurch (CHC)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 06 Oct 2025
From
$451
Refreshed: 10 hrs ago
Per person, one way
seat

Christchurch (CHC)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 22 Aug 2025
From
$451
Refreshed: 10 hrs ago
Per person, one way
seat

Dunedin (DUD)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 10 Sep 2025
From
$561
Refreshed: 1 day ago
Per person, one way
seat

Dunedin (DUD)to

Cairns (CNS)
Depart: 09 Sep 2025
From
$715
Refreshed: 1 day ago
Per person, one way
seat

*Fares displayed have been available for flights searched within the last 24 hours and may not currently be available at time of booking. Flights may not be available at peak times or on all flights. Additional fees, including service/card payment fees may apply. Other terms and conditions may also apply.

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Flights to Cairns related FAQs

From which cities do Air NZ fly direct to Cairns?

Air New Zealand offers non-stop flights between Auckland and Cairns seasonally between April and October. If you live elsewhere in New Zealand, you can connect from all Air New Zealand serviced domestic airports and transfer to a Cairns flight from there.

Where can I book great weekend flights to Cairns?

Air New Zealand's flights to Cairns are perfect for a weekend getaway. Discover the cheapest prices for Cairns flights at any time of year using our fare finder on this page.

Do I need a visa to fly to Cairns?

New Zealand citizens do not need a visa to travel to Australia. Upon arrival, eligible travelers flying into Cairns (CNS) will receive a Special Category Visa (SCV). For the Australian government to grant an SCV, passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and present a valid New Zealand passport.

How long is the flight to Cairns?

Our non-stop Auckland to Cairns flight time is five hours and 35 minutes. If you live elsewhere in New Zealand and need to fly to Auckland from your regional airport first, add additional time to your trip to Cairns.

Compare & book Air NZ flights to Cairns (CNS) departing over the next 11 months

Compare & book Air NZ flights to Cairns (CNS) departing over the next 11 months
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To
Fare Type
Dates
Price
Auckland (AKL)Cairns (CNS)Per person, one way
/
seat		Depart: 14 May 2026

From

$451

Refreshed: 1 day ago

Blenheim (BHE)Cairns (CNS)Per person, one way
/
seat		Depart: 12 Oct 2025

From

$581

Refreshed: 13 hrs ago

Christchurch (CHC)Cairns (CNS)Per person, one way
/
seat		Depart: 25 May 2026

From

$451

Refreshed: 1 day ago

Dunedin (DUD)Cairns (CNS)Per person, one way
/
seat		Depart: 08 Jun 2026

From

$561

Refreshed: 11 hrs ago

Invercargill (IVC)Cairns (CNS)Per person, one way
/
seat		Depart: 30 Mar 2026

From

$581

Refreshed: 12 hrs ago

*Fares displayed have been available for flights searched within the last 24 hours and may not currently be available at time of booking. Flights may not be available at peak times or on all flights. Additional fees, including service/card payment fees may apply. Other terms and conditions may also apply.

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What is the weather like in Cairns?

During Summer (December to February), average temperatures in Cairns range from 23°C to 31°C. The wet season begins around December, with most of the region’s annual rainfall occurring during these months. If you visit during this time, prepare for humidity. In Autumn (March to May), the weather is still quite warm. Temperatures average between 21°C and 29°C. Cairns experiences less rainfall during this time; however, the weather may be windy until August. Winter (June to August) in Cairns is the peak tourist season with slightly cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and low rainfall. Average daily temperatures hover around 26°C, with nights around 17°C. Spring (September to November) is the best time for booking your trip weather-wise, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 29°C.

Popular flight routes to Cairns

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*Fares displayed are one way.