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Book cheap flights from Cairns to Auckland from $287

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Sat, 18 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia1 stop
CNS - AKL
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
AKL - CNS
705$
687$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 4 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
CNS - AKL
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
AKL - CNS
717$
697$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 6 June - Sun, 14 June
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
CNS - AKL
Air New Zealand
Air New ZealandDirect
AKL - CNS
774$
754$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 22 May - Mon, 1 June
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
CNS - AKL
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
AKL - CNS
809$
788$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 9 May - Fri, 15 May
Air New Zealand
Air New ZealandDirect
CNS - AKL
Air New Zealand
Air New ZealandDirect
AKL - CNS
871$
857$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 8 May
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
CNS - AKL
Air New Zealand
Air New ZealandDirect
AKL - CNS
889$
868$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, 22 Apr
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
CNS - AKL
306$
287$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 4 Apr
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
CNS - AKL
370$
361$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 26 Apr
Jetstar
Jetstar1 stop
CNS - AKL
397$
389$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 29 May
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
CNS - AKL
455$
445$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 16 May
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
CNS - AKL
457$
447$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 12 June
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways1 stop
CNS - AKL
459$
449$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Auckland

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of May. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
25%Trains in Auckland are 25% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$5.00
Auckland$3.73
MealMid-priced restaurant
6%A meal in Auckland is 6% cheaper than a meal in Cairns.
Cairns$22.00
Auckland$20.69
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
11%A taxi fare in Auckland is 11% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$3.70
Auckland$3.31
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
20%Coffee in Auckland is 20% cheaper than in Cairns.
Cairns$6.25
Auckland$4.99
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 1.21 NZD
1 NZD = 0.83 AUD
Last checked on Wed, 18/03
Distance: 3604 kms
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms
Auckland airports
Auckland Airport (AKL)How far from city centre: 19 kms

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Find the best flights that fit your needs

When do you want to depart from Cairns? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Auckland. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


Book all in one place

But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Cairns to Auckland and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Cairns to Auckland

How long does the flight take to go from Cairns to Auckland?
The total flight time between Cairns and Auckland is of around 5 h and 25 m on average, considering an average distance of 3,604.17 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Cairns to Auckland?
When you fly from Cairns to Auckland the average price is $675.65. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Cairns to Auckland at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Cairns to Auckland is $287. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Auckland expensive to visit compared to Cairns?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Auckland costs an average of 3.31 AUD, 11% cheaper than Cairns, with a fare of 3.70 AUD,
while train tickets costs 25% less in Auckland: 3.73 AUD against 5.00 AUD in Cairns.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 20.69 AUD in Auckland, 6% less than the 22.00 AUD in Cairns.
The price of the coffee is around 20% cheaper in Auckland, with an average of 4.99 AUD, while in Cairns the coffee costs 6.25 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Cairns to Auckland?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions New Zealand may apply when travelling from Cairns. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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