NZ$406 Cheap Flights Cairns to Queenstown (CNS-ZQN)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Tue, 13 Jan. - Sat, 14 Feb.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$915 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$915
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Sat, 14 Feb., priced at NZ$915 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 10 Nov. - Mon, 17 Nov.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$928 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$928
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Mon, 17 Nov., priced at NZ$928 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 13 Jan. - Sat, 14 Feb.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$937 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$937
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Sat, 14 Feb., priced at NZ$937 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 13 Jan. - Sat, 14 Feb.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$941 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$941
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Sat, 14 Feb., priced at NZ$941 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 1 Sep. - Tue, 9 Sep.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$945 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$945
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Tue, 9 Sep., priced at NZ$945 found 6 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 1 Sep. - Tue, 9 Sep.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$967 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$967
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Tue, 9 Sep., priced at NZ$967 found 6 days ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 19 Aug. - Thu, 21 Aug.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$1,437 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,437
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Thu, 21 Aug., priced at NZ$1,437 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Thu, 13 Nov. - Tue, 18 Nov.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$1,549 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$1,549
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 13 Nov. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Tue, 18 Nov., priced at NZ$1,549 found 2 days ago
Air New Zealand
Tue, 19 Aug. - Thu, 21 Aug.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$1,599 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,599
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Thu, 21 Aug., priced at NZ$1,599 found 1 day ago
Emirates
Tue, 19 Aug. - Thu, 21 Aug.
CNS
Cairns
ZQN
Queenstown
NZ$1,839 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,839
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Tue, 19 Aug. from Cairns to Queenstown, returning Thu, 21 Aug., priced at NZ$1,839 found 1 day ago
Flight from Cairns to Queenstown route information
Origin airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport
Queenstown Intl.
Return price
NZ$915
Distance
3769 km

Perfect flights from Cairns to Queenstown

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from CNS to ZQN?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from CNS to Queenstown Airport is NZ$915. But you better act fast. This figure is taken from fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Cairns Airport to ZQN?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your escape, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Cairns Airport to Queenstown Airport 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 CNS to ZQN flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN)?
It's around 3 800 kilometres between Cairns and Queenstown, so you'll be up in the air for a while. Keep yourself entertained by packing things like playing cards (if you're travelling with friends) or a good old-fashioned book.
Which airlines fly direct from Cairns Airport to Queenstown Airport?
Right now, no airlines offer flights directly from CNS to Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN). You'll have to book a flight with at least one stop. To score the best connections and price, lock in your fare ahead of time.
Are Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to ZQN flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices go up and down like a yo-yo, so not always. While last-minute flight deals between Cairns Airport and Queenstown Airport are possible, it's also a good idea to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers publicize their prices up to a year before the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to secure your seat when fare prices drop.

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