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Sun, 12 Apr
Air India
Air India4 stops
NYC - CNS
1335$
1287$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 20 Apr
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways2 stops
NYC - CNS
1648$
1577$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 10 May
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand2 stops
NYC - CNS
9901$
9654$
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 New York City to Cairns

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of May. Take advantage of this per
week: 18 May - 24 May
Flights from just $1,290
$3,141
$4,672
$1,383
$1,623
$1,577
$1,350
$1,350
$1,290
$1,662
$1,615
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
0%A train in Cairns costs roughly the same as in New York City.
New York City$5.18
Cairns$5.00
MealMid-priced restaurant
20%A meal in Cairns is 20% cheaper than a meal in New York City.
New York City$27.16
Cairns$22.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
10%A taxi fare in Cairns is 10% cheaper than in New York City.
New York City$4.29
Cairns$3.70
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
13%Coffee in Cairns is 13% cheaper than in New York City.
New York City$7.15
Cairns$6.25
Distance: 15382 kms
New York City airports
John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)How far from city centre: 23 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 New York City? 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 New York City 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 New York City to Cairns

How long does the flight take to go from New York City to Cairns?
The total flight time between New York City and Cairns is of around 29 h and 15 m on average, considering an average distance of 15,382.47 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 New York City to Cairns?
When you fly from New York City to Cairns the average price is $2,805.66. 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 New York City to Cairns at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from New York City to Cairns is $1287. 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 New York City?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cairns costs an average of 3.70 AUD, 14% cheaper than New York City, with a fare of 4.29 AUD,
while train tickets costs 3% less in Cairns: 5.00 AUD against 5.18 AUD in New York City.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 22.00 AUD in Cairns, 19% less than the 27.16 AUD in New York City.
The price of the coffee is around 13% cheaper in Cairns, with an average of 6.25 AUD, while in New York City the coffee costs 7.15 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from New York City 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 New York City. 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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