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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Dunedin flights are currently cheapest in August.

Cairns to Dunedin: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairns to Dunedin below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dunedin.

Cairns to Dunedin: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 13,079
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Dunedin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Dunedin is ج.م.‏ 39,652. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairns to Dunedin. But we found flights with one or more stops from ج.م.‏ 39,652.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Cairns to Dunedin.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Dunedin is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Dunedin Airport on Saturday, 30 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Dunedin Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dunedin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dunedin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dunedin.

Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Dunedin International Airport (DUD): what you need to know

  • Your CNS to DUD flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Dunedin International Airport. Auckland Airport is a top stopover on the CNS to DUD route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Dunedin International Airport (DUD)

  • Right now, ج.م.‏ 13,079 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Dunedin International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م.‏ 39,652. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CNS to DUD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Dunedin International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from CNS to DUD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cairns Airport to Dunedin International Airport.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • When it comes to Cairns Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.

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Arriving at Dunedin International Airport (DUD)

  • Step off your Cairns Airport to Dunedin International Airport flight and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option within easy reach of DUD, consider The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home.

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dunedin International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from GO Rentals, Ezi or Europcar and chase adventure across Dunedin and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Dunedin International Airport around one week before your trip.

Getting from Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to central Dunedin

  • Dunedin International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Dunedin. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.

When to fly to Dunedin International Airport (DUD)

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Cairns Airport to Dunedin International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Dunedin in January.

  • Book your flight from Cairns Airport to Dunedin International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Dunedin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNS to DUD in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 10ºC then.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Dunedin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres north-east of Dunedin, a trip to Christchurch will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of Dunedin, Invercargill is another favourite stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Queens Park, Invercargill, E Hayes and Sons - The World's Fastest Indian and Anderson Park Art Gallery.

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