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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $341. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Cairns.$316 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 16, returning Sun, Sep 27.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Christchurch on Wed, Sep 16, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Sun, Sep 27, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $316, select.

Cairns.$316 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 31, returning Sun, Sep 27.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Christchurch on Mon, Aug 31, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Sun, Sep 27, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $316, select.

Cairns.$341 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 7, returning Sun, Aug 16.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Christchurch on Fri, Aug 7, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Sun, Aug 16, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.

Cairns.$343 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 12, returning Tue, Oct 20.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Christchurch on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Tue, Oct 20, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $343, select.

Cairns.$344 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 16, returning Thu, Oct 15.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Christchurch on Wed, Sep 16, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Thu, Oct 15, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $344, select.

Cairns.$344 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 22, returning Tue, Jul 28.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Christchurch on Wed, Jul 22, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $344, select.

Cairns.$389 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 29, returning Sun, Aug 16.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Christchurch on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Cairns.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departing from Cairns on Sun, Aug 16, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

Cairns.$534 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 8, returning Mon, Mar 15.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Mon, Mar 8, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Mon, Mar 15, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $534, select.

Cairns.$535 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 28, returning Wed, May 5.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Wed, Apr 28, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Wed, May 5, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $535, select.

Cairns.$558 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 27, returning Thu, Feb 4.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Wed, Jan 27, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Thu, Feb 4, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $558, select.

Cairns.$563 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 15, returning Sat, Feb 20.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Mon, Feb 15, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Sat, Feb 20, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $563, select.

Cairns.$590 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 6, returning Sat, May 15.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Thu, May 6, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Sat, May 15, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $590, select.

Cairns.$606 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 5, returning Thu, Nov 19.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Thu, Nov 5, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Thu, Nov 19, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $606, select.

Cairns.$622 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 12, returning Sun, Apr 25.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Mon, Apr 12, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Sun, Apr 25, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $622, select.

Cairns.$646 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 24, returning Thu, Jan 7.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Thu, Dec 24, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Thu, Jan 7, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $646, select.

Cairns.$647 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 23, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Christchurch on Mon, Nov 23, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From $647, select.

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Christchurch to Cairns: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$316
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	5 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	6

Finding cheap flights from Christchurch to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Christchurch to Cairns?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Christchurch to Cairns is $316. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Christchurch to Cairns?

5 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Christchurch to Cairns.

Which airlines fly direct from Christchurch to Cairns?

Qantas and Jetstar fly direct from Christchurch to Cairns.

How many flights are there a week from Christchurch to Cairns?

There are 6 flights per week flying from Christchurch to Cairns, as of July 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Cairns is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairns?

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 Cairns 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairns?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Christchurch Airport to Cairns?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport.
Cairns's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Cairns three hours behind Christchurch.
Each week, there are three Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 07:05 Jetstar flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 08:05 with Jetstar.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CHC to CNS flight.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetstar offers direct flights from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Cairns — and maybe even more of Australia if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Jetstar on this route.
Jetstar ranks as the top on-time carrier for CHC to CNS flights, with 80.77% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CHC and CNS include:
- Sydney Airport
- Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
- Brisbane Airport

Handy information about Christchurch Airport (CHC)

76% of flights that depart Christchurch Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Christchurch Airport is about 11 kilometers from central Christchurch. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CHC? If you've booked an early flight from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

If you're coming in on a late Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CNS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cairns Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast to explore Cairns and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cairns. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CHC to CNS in August. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Cairns. Around 290 kilometers away to the south, top sights here include Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Great Barrier Reef Aquarium and Botanic Gardens.
Bowen is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 434 kilometers south-east of Cairns. No journey is complete without seeing Horseshoe Bay Beach, Sunset Point and Kings Beach.