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Flight deals from Cairns to Auckland International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns to Auckland International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Auckland.296 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 296 €, select.
Auckland.298 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 298 €, select.
Auckland.301 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 301 €, select.
Auckland.306 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 306 €, select.
Auckland.308 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 308 €, select.
Auckland.309 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 309 €, select.
Auckland.331 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 331 €, select.
Auckland.338 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From 338 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Auckland International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Auckland International flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 468 €
May
from 296 €
Jun
from 301 €
Jul
from 343 €
Aug
from 331 €
Sep
from 338 €
Oct
from 298 €
Nov
from 413 €
Dec
from 529 €
Jan
from 372 €
Feb
from 368 €
Mar
from 309 €

Direct flights from Cairns to Auckland International

Cairns to Auckland International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairns to Auckland below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Auckland International.

Cairns to Auckland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found296 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineSingapore Airlines
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Auckland International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Auckland International is 296 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Auckland International.
Singapore Airlines, Air China and Air New Zealand fly direct from Cairns to Auckland International.
As of April 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Cairns to Auckland International.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Auckland International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Auckland International Airport on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Auckland International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Auckland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar and Air New Zealand offer the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport.

  • Auckland is three hours ahead of Cairns and follows the UTC+13 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your CNS to AKL flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Auckland (and then seeing more of New Zealand!) is a cinch with Air New Zealand. This popular airline has direct flights from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CNS and AKL:

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • 173 € is the lowest price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Return flights start at 296 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CNS to AKL.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CNS to AKL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • 71.55% of flights that leave from Cairns Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near CNS:

Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • If you're landing on a late Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near AKL:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Auckland Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars and venture far and wide through Auckland and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland

  • From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Auckland. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Cairns Airport to Auckland Airport for February if you want to visit Auckland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNS to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've seen Auckland, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel around 499 kilometres south to Wellington to tick off its top sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Manukau City is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. No trip is complete without dropping by Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church.

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