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July 23 - July 28

Cheapest

Earliest

CNS - Auckland

$522

$427

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September 10 - September 15

CNS - Auckland

$858

$431

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October 27 - October 29

CNS - Auckland

$641

$431

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September 3 - September 10

Best

CNS - Auckland

$836

$433

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November 3 - November 10

CNS - Auckland

$592

$433

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September 3 - September 6

CNS - Auckland

$847

$434

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October 20 - October 29

CNS - Auckland

$632

$434

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October 20 - October 27

CNS - Auckland

$637

$434

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July 23 - July 30

Earliest

CNS - Auckland

$516

$435

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October 13 - October 20

CNS - Auckland

$637

$436

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Insights for flights from Cairns to Auckland

Most itineraries for flights from Cairns to Auckland connect at least once, with only 4.7% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is necessary, the typical itinerary includes one stopover. This means you will likely need to factor in additional travel time for layovers when planning your trip.

A typical journey from Cairns to Auckland takes approximately 14h 10m including connections. This duration accounts for the median travel time across all observed itineraries, reflecting the common need for at least one stopover on this route. Travelers should prepare for a medium-haul journey covering a distance of 3621 kilometers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Auckland? The most affordable fares are typically found in January, with a median price of $323. Other budget-friendly months include March, with a median of $356, and May, at a median of $397. Planning your travel during these months can lead to significant savings.

Right now, cheap flights from Cairns to Auckland typically range from $367–$552, with a median of $448. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, suggesting higher prices than usual for this route. Despite this, 53% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals can still be found. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Auckland

Regular price: $454 - $661

Prices for flights from Cairns to Auckland are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cairns to Auckland is between $454 and $661. The current lowest deal is $427, available through Kayak for travel from July 23 to July 28.

now $427

Low $454

High $661

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Auckland

Flights from Cairns to Auckland are cheapest in January, with a median price of 323 USD. The most expensive month to fly is February, with a median price of 682 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $323

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $682

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Direct flights from Cairns to Auckland

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Auckland

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Auckland

Cairns (CNS) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

$895

$530

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Auckland

Cairns (CNS) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

$994

$603

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Auckland

Cairns (CNS) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

$773

$521

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Auckland

Cairns (CNS) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

$773

$521

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Auckland

Cairns (CNS) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

$771

$521

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Auckland

Cairns (CNS) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

$867

$561

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cairns to Auckland

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,041 → $448

57%

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

$1,007 → $482

52%

3 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 18

$1,023 → $501

51%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$1,039 → $530

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Auckland

Cairns - Auckland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent Cairns to Auckland return fares are above the typical level at $427.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $323.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 14h 10m.

Flights from Cairns to Auckland typically take 14h 10m, with 1 stopover when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Cairns to Auckland, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand is a direct flight option.

Air New Zealand offers direct flights for the Cairns to Auckland route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Cairns to Auckland are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Cairns main airports to depart from

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a good option for flights to Auckland, often offering the cheapest fares.

📍 ~5 km from Cairns city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$427

Auckland main airports to arrive at

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport is the primary international gateway to New Zealand, offering direct access to Auckland.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$427

Airports nearby Auckland used as alternative

Hamilton (HLZ)

Cheapest

Hamilton Airport is a useful alternative for reaching the Waikato region with direct road access.

📍 ~100 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$486

Tauranga (TRG)

Tauranga Airport is a viable alternative for travelers in the southern Auckland catchment area.

📍 ~150 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$570

Whangarei (WRE)

Whangarei Airport is a primary alternative for travelers located north of Auckland, avoiding city traffic.

📍 ~140 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$622

Rotorua Regional (ROT)

Rotorua Regional Airport is an alternative for those in the wider Bay of Plenty/Waikato area.

📍 ~180 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$570

Kerikeri (KKE)

Kerikeri Airport is a secondary option for the far Northland region, useful if Auckland is inaccessible.

📍 ~200 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$622

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

69% AI deal score

$2,601

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Auckland

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for Cairns to Auckland flights is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $392. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $826. For those planning further ahead, tickets bought 60+ days in advance had an average price of $497 across the trailing quarter.

A good price for a flight from Cairns to Auckland is considered to be around $367 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of fares observed in the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route historically sits at $448, while prices in the upper quartile reached $552.

Historically, January is often the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Auckland, with a median price of $323. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $356. May has shown a median price of $397. These prices are generally lower than the annual median of $448 for this route.

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Insights for flights from Cairns to Auckland

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Auckland

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Auckland

Direct flights from Cairns to Auckland

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Auckland

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cairns to Auckland

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Auckland

Cairns - Auckland route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Connecting flights typically take 14h 10m.

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Air New Zealand is a direct flight option.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Cairns main airports to depart from

Auckland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Auckland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Auckland

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Auckland

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