What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Cairns?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cairns

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Cairns flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 34% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from New York to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 45% of flights between New York and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 572 minutes.

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as New York or Newark, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 30h 48m and 34h 49m, respectively.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cairns Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Cairns Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:15 pm - 2:55 pmEWR Newark-CNS Cairns

29h 40m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 am - 4:49 pmCNS Cairns-EWR Newark

25h 49m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$1,332Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 22

6:15 pm - 2:55 pmEWR Newark-CNS Cairns

29h 40m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

5:35 pm - 8:23 pmCNS Cairns-EWR Newark

41h 48m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,347Air Canada

Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 22

6:30 pm - 12:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CNS Cairns

28h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

3:45 pm - 5:58 amCNS Cairns-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 13m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

$1,408American Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

5:30 pm - 12:55 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CNS Cairns

29h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

3:45 pm - 5:58 amCNS Cairns-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 13m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

$1,460American Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27

6:15 pm - 2:00 pmEWR Newark-CNS Cairns

28h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

6:00 am - 4:49 pmCNS Cairns-EWR Newark

25h 49m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$1,535Air Canada

Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17

4:05 pm - 10:30 amLGA New York LaGuardia-CNS Cairns

27h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

3:40 pm - 3:01 pmCNS Cairns-LGA New York LaGuardia

38h 21m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,563Qantas Airways

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4:40 pm - 10:40 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CNS Cairns

39h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

9:15 am - 6:50 pmCNS Cairns-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 35m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

$1,595Qantas Airways

Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17

4:59 pm - 10:30 amLGA New York LaGuardia-CNS Cairns

26h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

3:40 pm - 5:01 pmCNS Cairns-LGA New York LaGuardia

40h 21m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,601Qantas Airways

Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Feb 17

12:00 pm - 2:55 pmEWR Newark-CNS Cairns

35h 55m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

5:35 pm - 8:23 pmCNS Cairns-EWR Newark

41h 48m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,613Air Canada

Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 22

6:59 pm - 9:30 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-CNS Cairns

36h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:50 am - 7:29 pmCNS Cairns-LGA New York LaGuardia

26h 39m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,635Qantas Airways

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

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United Airlines flights from New York to Cairns

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Oct 7

LGA1:25 pmNew York LaGuardia

35h 30m

3 stops

CNS2:55 pmCairns

Oct 14

CNS6:00 amCairns

31h 10m

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LGA11:10 pmNew York LaGuardia

$2,048

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Sep 22

LGA1:25 pmNew York LaGuardia

36h 30m

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CNS3:55 pmCairns

Sep 29

CNS6:00 amCairns

31h 10m

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LGA11:10 pmNew York LaGuardia

$2,368

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Oct 7

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

50h 05m

3 stops

CNS2:25 pmCairns

Oct 14

CNS6:00 amCairns

50h 55m

3 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$2,079

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Sep 20

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

44h 20m

3 stops

CNS8:40 amCairns

Sep 27

CNS7:30 amCairns

49h 25m

3 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$2,147

Emirates

Oct 8

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

61h 05m

2 stops

CNS2:25 pmCairns

Oct 15

CNS1:55 pmCairns

43h 00m

3 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$2,213

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Mon 2/22

6:00 am-4:49 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,332

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5:35 pm-8:23 pm

3 stops41h 48m

$1,347

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Tue 9/22

6:30 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops28h 25m

Cairns

Tue 9/29

3:45 pm-5:58 am

2 stops28h 13m

$1,408

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Sun 9/20

5:30 pm-12:55 pm

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3:45 pm-5:58 am

2 stops28h 13m

$1,460

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EWR Newark - CNS Cairns

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6:15 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Cairns

Wed 2/17

6:00 am-4:49 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,535

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LGA New York LaGuardia - CNS Cairns

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New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/17

4:05 pm-10:30 am

2 stops27h 25m

Cairns

Mon 2/22

3:40 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops38h 21m

$1,563

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CNS Cairns

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Sat 2/13

4:40 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops39h 00m

Cairns

Wed 2/17

9:15 am-6:50 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,595

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LGA New York LaGuardia - CNS Cairns

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New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/13

4:59 pm-10:30 am

2 stops26h 31m

Cairns

Wed 2/17

3:40 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops40h 21m

$1,601

NewarkCairns

EWR Newark - CNS Cairns

EWRCNS

Newark

Wed 2/17

12:00 pm-2:55 pm

3 stops35h 55m

Cairns

Mon 2/22

5:35 pm-8:23 pm

3 stops41h 48m

$1,613

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LGA New York LaGuardia - CNS Cairns

LGACNS

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Tue 9/22

6:59 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops36h 31m

Cairns

Tue 9/29

6:50 am-7:29 pm

2 stops26h 39m

$1,635

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The best one-way flight to Cairns from New York in the past 72 hours is $785. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,332.

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How far is New York to Cairns by plane?
The straight-line distance from New York to Cairns is 9551.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 26h 31m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cairns Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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