Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cairns from $186
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?
The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Christchurch is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $626, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of April, then departing from Christchurch during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $694.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Christchurch. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $0. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $939. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Christchurch to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $0. Flying to Cairns at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $939 on average. Flights to Cairns from Christchurch in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest Christchurch to Cairns flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Christchurch when booking 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $923 when searching 17 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Christchurch for as low as $569 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Christchurch to Cairns flights?
There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Christchurch to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Christchurch to Cairns
Best price found | $186 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 35m |
Direct flights | Tue, Thu and Sat |
Airports in Cairns | 1 airport |
How far is Christchurch to Cairns by plane?
There are 3888.2 km between Christchurch and Cairns. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport?
As of April 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Christchurch Airport to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Christchurch to Cairns?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Christchurch to Cairns is Airbus A321neo (85.71% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (6.35%), Airbus A320 Freighter (4.76%), and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (3.17%).
What is the most popular airline from Christchurch to Cairns?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Christchurch and Cairns, the leading airline is Qantas Airways, making up 100% of the total bookings.
Best airlines flying from Christchurch to Cairns
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| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $893 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 815 reviews |
Qantas Airways Flights From Christchurch to Cairns
Qantas Airways flight deals from Christchurch to Cairns start from $562 round-trip. Over the 2 Qantas Airways flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $716 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
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Can I find flights from Christchurch to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Cairns from Christchurch on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Christchurch to Cairns?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Cairns from Christchurch.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Christchurch to Cairns right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Cairns, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Cairns from Christchurch and alert you when they change.