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Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand1 stop
DUD - CNS
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand2 stops
CNS - DUD
1085$
1064$
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Sun, 26 Apr
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand1 stop
DUD - CNS
333$
330$
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Cheapest time to fly from Dunedin to Cairns

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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
140%Trains are 140% more expensive in Cairns than in Dunedin.
Dunedin$2.07
Cairns$5.00
MealMid-priced restaurant
10%The average meal is 10% more expensive in Cairns than in Dunedin.
Dunedin$20.69
Cairns$22.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
60%A taxi fare in Cairns is 60% cheaper than in Dunedin.
Dunedin$8.28
Cairns$3.70
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
31%Coffee is 31% more expensive in Cairns than in Dunedin.
Dunedin$4.76
Cairns$6.25
Distance: 3949 kms
Dunedin airports
Dunedin International Airport (DUD)How far from city centre: 9 kms
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms

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When do you want to depart from Dunedin? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Cairns. 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.


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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 Dunedin to Cairns 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 Dunedin to Cairns

How long does the flight take to go from Dunedin to Cairns?
The total flight time between Dunedin and Cairns is of around 8 h and 35 m on average, considering an average distance of 3,948.68 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 Dunedin to Cairns?
When you fly from Dunedin to Cairns the average price is $807.09. 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 Dunedin to Cairns at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Dunedin to Cairns is $330. 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 Cairns expensive to visit compared to Dunedin?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cairns costs an average of 3.70 AUD, 55% cheaper than Dunedin, with a fare of 8.28 AUD,
while train tickets costs 142% more in Cairns: 5.00 AUD against 2.07 AUD in Dunedin.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 22.00 AUD in Cairns, 6% more than the 20.69 AUD in Dunedin.
The price of the coffee is around 31% more expensive in Cairns, with an average of 6.25 AUD , while in Dunedin the coffee costs 4.76 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Dunedin to Cairns?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Dunedin. 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!
How is the weather in Cairns compared to Dunedin?
While in Dunedin temperatures can reach an average of 7.183333333333333 ºC in summer, Cairns's temperatures can rise to 21.95 ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 27.42 ºC in Cairns, compared to the 14.67 ºC average in Dunedin.

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