£175 Cheap Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Cairns (CNS)

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Cheap Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Cairns (CNS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £175 for one-way flights and £454 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£454 Return, found 2 days ago
£454
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Mon, 17 Nov, priced at £454 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£459 Return, found 2 days ago
£459
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Mon, 17 Nov, priced at £459 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£468 Return, found 2 days ago
£468
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Mon, 17 Nov, priced at £468 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£473 Return, found 2 days ago
£473
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Mon, 17 Nov, priced at £473 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£489 Return, found 2 days ago
£489
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Mon, 17 Nov, priced at £489 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£494 Return, found 2 days ago
£494
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Mon, 17 Nov, priced at £494 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£505 Return, found 2 days ago
£505
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Mon, 17 Nov, priced at £505 found 2 days ago
Air New Zealand
Sun, 3 Aug - Fri, 12 Dec
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£607 Return, found 2 days ago
£607
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sun, 3 Aug from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Fri, 12 Dec, priced at £607 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sun, 3 Aug - Fri, 12 Dec
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£637 Return, found 2 days ago
£637
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 3 Aug from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Fri, 12 Dec, priced at £637 found 2 days ago
Emirates
Mon, 11 Aug - Fri, 19 Sep
ZQN
Queenstown
CNS
Cairns
£947 Return, found 3 days ago
£947
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, 11 Aug from Queenstown to Cairns, returning Fri, 19 Sep, priced at £947 found 3 days ago
Flight from Queenstown to Cairns route information
Origin airport
Queenstown Intl.
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Return price
£454
Distance
3769 km

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For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Queenstown to Cairns. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Cairns Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Queenstown Intl. to Cairns Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Queenstown Intl. (ZQN) to Cairns Intl. (CNS)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Queenstown to Cairns today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Queenstown Intl. to Cairns Intl. start at just £454 and range up to £947.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Queenstown and Cairns
  • booking your flight during November, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Queenstown to Cairns flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Queenstown Intl. to Cairns Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from ZQN to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip flights between ZQN and CNS start from £454. That's based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can rise quickly, so book today to lock in the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from ZQN to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
This varies between airlines, as each has its own set of terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find easy instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from ZQN to CNS that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Queenstown Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Queenstown Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
It's around 3,800 kilometres between Queenstown and Cairns, so expect to be flying for a while. Keep yourself entertained by packing things like your e-reader or a thrilling novel.
Which airlines fly direct from ZQN to Cairns Airport?
If you want to travel straight from Queenstown Airport to CNS, you'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are ZQN to Cairns Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Airline tickets from ZQN to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally nab a fantastic last-minute deal, it's not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options --- and you can avoid ending up with the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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