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Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from INR 13,090 and round-trip from INR 33,331. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

    • Cheapest nonstop
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Nov 4 | Jetstar Airways
      CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 33,331 INR 85,954
      61% off
      61% off
      INR 85,954 INR 33,331
    • CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Nov 9 | Jetstar Airways
      CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 12 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 35,829 INR 85,954
      57% off
      57% off
      INR 85,954 INR 35,829
    • CHC 06:20
      13h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 17:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Nov 25 | Qantas Airways
      CNS 06:00
      15h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 45,822 INR 85,954
      47% off
      47% off
      INR 85,954 INR 45,822
    • CHC 06:20
      13h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 17:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Nov 26 | Qantas Airways
      CNS 06:00
      15h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 47,777
      44% off
      INR 85,954 INR 47,777
    • CHC 06:20
      13h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 17:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Nov 27 | Qantas Airways
      CNS 06:00
      15h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 47,834
      44% off
      INR 85,954 INR 47,834
    • CHC 06:20
      13h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 17:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Nov 25 | Emirates
      CNS 06:00
      15h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 59,240
      31% off
      INR 85,954 INR 59,240
    • CHC 06:20
      13h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 17:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Nov 26 | Emirates
      CNS 06:00
      15h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 61,195
      28% off
      INR 85,954 INR 61,195
    • CHC 06:20
      13h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 17:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Nov 27 | Emirates
      CNS 06:00
      15h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 61,252
      28% off
      INR 85,954 INR 61,252
    • CHC 06:05
      19h 35m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Nov 26 | Air New Zealand
      CNS 06:00
      15h 50m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 1 | Air New Zealand
      INR 65,649
      24% off
      INR 85,954 INR 65,649
    • CHC 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 14:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
      CNS 15:00
      6h
      Direct
      CHC 16:00
      Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 30 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 13,090 INR 27,327
      52% off
      52% off
      INR 27,327 INR 13,090
    • CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 15,631 INR 27,327
      43% off
      43% off
      INR 27,327 INR 15,631
    • CHC 16:10
      19h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 09:05
      Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 20,699 INR 27,327
      24% off
      24% off
      INR 27,327 INR 20,699
    • CHC 16:10
      19h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 09:05
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Nov 28 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 21,526
      21% off
      INR 27,327 INR 21,526
    • CHC 09:40
      27h 5m
      1 stop
      CNS 09:45
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Air New Zealand
      INR 21,698
      21% off
      INR 27,327 INR 21,698
    • CHC 16:10
      19h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 09:05
      Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Nov 9 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 21,783
      20% off
      INR 27,327 INR 21,783
    • CHC 16:45
      18h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 08:30
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Qantas Airways
      INR 21,955
      20% off
      INR 27,327 INR 21,955
    • CHC 16:10
      19h 55m
      1 stop
      CNS 09:05
      Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Dec 17 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 21,983
      20% off
      INR 27,327 INR 21,983
    • CHC 15:55
      20h 5m
      1 stop
      CNS 09:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Nov 6 | Qantas Airways
      INR 22,097
      19% off
      INR 27,327 INR 22,097
    • CHC 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 14:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 13,090 INR 27,327
      52% off
      52% off
      INR 27,327 INR 13,090
    • CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 15,631 INR 27,327
      43% off
      43% off
      INR 27,327 INR 15,631
    • CHC 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 14:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • CHC 09:10
      10h 35m
      1 stop
      CNS 16:45
      Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Dec 3 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 26,308 INR 63,047
      57% off
      57% off
      INR 63,047 INR 26,308
    • CHC 15:55
      10h 10m
      1 stop
      CNS 23:05
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Nov 4 | Qantas Airways
      INR 29,092 INR 63,047
      54% off
      54% off
      INR 63,047 INR 29,092
    • CHC 15:45
      9h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:10
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Nov 21 | Qantas Airways
      INR 30,191 INR 63,047
      52% off
      52% off
      INR 63,047 INR 30,191
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Tue, Dec 1 | Emirates
      INR 30,277
      52% off
      INR 63,047 INR 30,277
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Nov 6 | Qantas Airways
      INR 31,362
      50% off
      INR 63,047 INR 31,362
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Nov 2 | Emirates
      INR 31,690
      50% off
      INR 63,047 INR 31,690
    • CHC 06:00
      8h 50m
      1 stop
      CNS 11:50
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sun, Nov 8 | Qantas Airways
      INR 31,933
      49% off
      INR 63,047 INR 31,933
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Nov 4 | Emirates
      INR 32,304
      49% off
      INR 63,047 INR 32,304
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Nov 19 | Qantas Airways
      INR 33,103
      47% off
      INR 63,047 INR 33,103
    • CHC 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 14:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • CHC 15:45
      9h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:10
      Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Nov 2 | Qantas Airways
      INR 30,434 INR 44,031
      31% off
      31% off
      INR 44,031 INR 30,434
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Nov 2 | Emirates
      INR 31,690 INR 44,031
      28% off
      28% off
      INR 44,031 INR 31,690
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Qantas Airways
      INR 33,902 INR 44,031
      23% off
      23% off
      INR 44,031 INR 33,902
    • CHC 15:55
      9h 45m
      1 stop
      CNS 22:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Emirates
      INR 36,986
      16% off
      INR 44,031 INR 36,986
    • CHC 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 14:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 13,090 INR 27,327
      52% off
      52% off
      INR 27,327 INR 13,090
    • CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      INR 15,631 INR 27,327
      43% off
      43% off
      INR 27,327 INR 15,631
    • CHC 15:55
      8h 20m
      1 stop
      CNS 21:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Dec 12 | Qantas Airways
      INR 39,512 INR 82,046
      52% off
      52% off
      INR 82,046 INR 39,512
    • CHC 15:55
      8h 20m
      1 stop
      CNS 21:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sun, Nov 1 | Qantas Airways
      INR 46,236
      44% off
      INR 82,046 INR 46,236
    • CHC 15:55
      8h 20m
      1 stop
      CNS 21:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Dec 26 | Qantas Airways
      INR 59,853
      27% off
      INR 82,046 INR 59,853
    • CHC 15:55
      8h 20m
      1 stop
      CNS 21:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sun, Nov 22 | Qantas Airways
      INR 60,610
      26% off
      INR 82,046 INR 60,610
    • CHC 15:55
      8h 20m
      1 stop
      CNS 21:15
      Christchurch - Cairns | Tue, Jan 5 | Qantas Airways
      INR 68,918
      16% off
      INR 82,046 INR 68,918
    • CHC 08:05
      8h 30m
      1 stop
      CNS 13:35
      Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Dec 7 | Air New Zealand
      INR 41,225
      50% off
      INR 82,046 INR 41,225
    • CHC 08:05
      8h 30m
      1 stop
      CNS 13:35
      Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Dec 17 | Air New Zealand
      INR 41,268
      50% off
      INR 82,046 INR 41,268
    • CHC 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CNS 14:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Christchurch to Cairns are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport, the best time to buy is in November, with an average price of INR 15,046. You’ll want to avoid September, when the average price can reach as high as INR 27,457.

INR 27,457
INR 21,252
INR 15,046
INR 8,841
    Cheapest
  • INR 15,157
    Oct
  • INR 15,046
    Nov
  • INR 16,240
    Dec
  • INR 15,978
    Jan
  • INR 16,148
    Feb
  • INR 22,720
    Mar
  • INR 17,913
    Apr
  • INR 16,183
    May
  • INR 20,841
    Jun
  • INR 21,712
    Jul
  • INR 21,975
    Aug
  • INR 27,457
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport is Wednesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Sunday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

INR 46,535
INR 30,690
INR 14,844
0
    Cheapest
  • INR 16,640
    Mon
  • INR 36,786
    Tue
  • INR 14,844
    Wed
  • INR 31,390
    Thu
  • INR 15,230
    Fri
  • INR 37,514
    Sat
  • INR 46,535
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport is Jetstar Airways (from INR 11,620) among 6 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From INR 11,620
Qantas Airways
From INR 21,170
Fiji Airways
From INR 22,997
Air New Zealand
From INR 24,595
Emirates
From INR 25,609
Singapore Airlines
From INR 329,399

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What is the flight schedule from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Christchurch to Cairns and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. EK5068

    Christchurch International Airport

    16:45

    CHC

    4h

    Direct

    17:45

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  2. VA799

    Brisbane Airport

    20:40

    BNE

    2h 30m

    Direct

    23:10

    CNS

    S M T W T - S

  3. JQ140

    Christchurch International Airport

    09:10

    CHC

    3h 30m

    Direct

    10:40

    SYD

    S - T W - F -
    Search

  4. JQ954

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    15:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    18:25

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  5. JQ172

    Christchurch International Airport

    09:20

    CHC

    3h 45m

    Direct

    10:05

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  6. JQ948

    Melbourne Airport

    17:25

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Direct

    20:50

    CNS

    S - T - T F -

  7. NZ205

    Christchurch International Airport

    06:05

    CHC

    3h 55m

    Direct

    07:00

    BNE

    S - T W T F S
    Search

  8. QF712

    Brisbane Airport

    12:30

    BNE

    2h 25m

    Direct

    14:55

    CNS

    S - T W T - -

  9. QF132

    Christchurch International Airport

    06:20

    CHC

    3h 50m

    Direct

    07:10

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  10. JQ932

    Brisbane Airport

    14:55

    BNE

    2h 20m

    Direct

    17:15

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  11. NZ205

    Christchurch International Airport

    06:05

    CHC

    3h 55m

    Direct

    07:00

    BNE

    S - T W T F S
    Search

  12. JQ932

    Brisbane Airport

    14:55

    BNE

    2h 20m

    Direct

    17:15

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  13. JQ172

    Christchurch International Airport

    09:20

    CHC

    3h 45m

    Direct

    10:05

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  14. JQ946

    Melbourne Airport

    19:15

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Direct

    22:40

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  15. JQ140

    Christchurch International Airport

    09:10

    CHC

    3h 30m

    Direct

    10:40

    SYD

    S - T W - F -
    Search

  16. JQ956

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    19:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    22:25

    CNS

    S - - - - - -

  17. QF132

    Christchurch International Airport

    06:20

    CHC

    3h 50m

    Direct

    07:10

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  18. VA799

    Brisbane Airport

    20:40

    BNE

    2h 30m

    Direct

    23:10

    CNS

    S M T W T - S

  19. JQ186

    Christchurch International Airport

    16:10

    CHC

    3h 35m

    Direct

    16:45

    OOL

    S - - W - F -
    Search

  20. JQ892

    Gold Coast Airport

    06:30

    OOL

    2h 35m

    Direct

    09:05

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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About Christchurch International Airport and Cairns Airport

Learn about Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Cairns Airport (CNS) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 3,891.56km
Cheapest one-way ticket price INR 13,090
Cheapest return ticket price INR 45,822

FAQs for Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How many daily flights are there from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    There are around 2 daily flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 07:55, and the last departs at 07:55, with about 1 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around INR 19,342 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 08:20 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 10:55.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 592 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport currently start from INR 13,090, and round-trip fares start from INR 33,331. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Wed, Oct 28; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 5 hours 6 minutes, and around 3 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport is INR 62,315. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport, with one-way fares starting from INR 13,090. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Christchurch International Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 3 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Christchurch International Airport and Cairns Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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