NTL - CNS

$170 Find Cheap Flights from Newcastle to Cairns

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Newcastle to Cairns departing on 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Newcastle to Cairns, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Newcastle to Cairns, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$345
Typical prices: $538-$392
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/4Wed 29/4
NTL - CNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$170
Typical prices: $169-$291
Jetstar
Thu 16/7
NTL - CNS • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $352 (return)
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Most punctual • 52% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheap Flights from Newcastle to Cairns (NTL-CNS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Newcastle to Cairns that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Newcastle to Cairns

Tue, 28 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 23:20
NTL
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CNS
7h 35m
1 stop
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09:10 - 15:10
CNS
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NTL
6h 00m
1 stop
$345Multiple Airlines
Wed, 29 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
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07:55 - 17:10
NTL
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CNS
9h 15m
1 stop
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06:00 - 15:10
CNS
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NTL
9h 10m
1 stop
$352Jetstar
Tue, 28 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 23:20
NTL
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CNS
7h 35m
1 stop
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09:10 - 15:10
CNS
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NTL
6h 00m
1 stop
$365Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Mon, 11 May
Jetstar Logo
19:50 - 09:05
NTL
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CNS
13h 15m
1 stop
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06:00 - 15:10
CNS
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NTL
9h 10m
1 stop
$372Jetstar
Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 08:30
NTL
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CNS
16h 45m
1 stop
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06:00 - 10:40
CNS
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NTL
4h 40m
1 stop
$388Multiple Airlines
Thu, 9 Jul - Thu, 23 Jul
Virgin Australia Logo
15:30 - 23:20
NTL
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CNS
7h 50m
1 stop
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13:55 - 19:00
CNS
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NTL
5h 05m
1 stop
$398Virgin Australia
Sat, 11 Jul - Tue, 21 Jul
Virgin Australia Logo
11:20 - 20:10
NTL
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CNS
8h 50m
1 stop
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09:20 - 14:50
CNS
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NTL
5h 30m
1 stop
$417Virgin Australia
Fri, 1 May - Thu, 7 May
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07:05 - 23:20
NTL
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CNS
16h 15m
1 stop
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06:00 - 19:00
CNS
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NTL
13h 00m
1 stop
$418Virgin Australia
Sat, 25 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
07:05 - 13:10
NTL
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CNS
6h 05m
1 stop
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06:00 - 14:50
CNS
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NTL
8h 50m
1 stop
$426Virgin Australia
Sat, 11 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul
Virgin Australia Logo
11:20 - 20:10
NTL
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CNS
8h 50m
1 stop
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06:00 - 10:40
CNS
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NTL
4h 40m
1 stop
$429Virgin Australia
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Newcastle to Cairns flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Newcastle to Cairns to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Newcastle to Cairns?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Newcastle to Cairns departing in April.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newcastle to Cairns?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Newcastle to Cairns clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Newcastle to Cairns, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Cairns back to Newcastle, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newcastle to Cairns?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Newcastle to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Newcastle to Cairns is August, where tickets cost $273 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $697 and $555 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Newcastle to Cairns?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $416, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Newcastle to Cairns?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Newcastle to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Newcastle to Cairns, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$170
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Newcastle to Cairns

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Newcastle to Cairns based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Newcastle to Cairns

  • What is the cheapest flight from Newcastle to Cairns?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Newcastle to Cairns was $170 for a one-way ticket and $345 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Newcastle to Cairns?

    When flying out of Newcastle you will be using Newcastle Williamtown. You will be landing at Cairns, also known as Cairns.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Newcastle to Cairns?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Newcastle to Cairns flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Newcastle to Cairns?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Newcastle and Cairns.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Newcastle to Cairns, Virgin Australia or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Newcastle to Cairns are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $432 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,150 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Newcastle to Cairns?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Newcastle to Cairns.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Newcastle to Cairns?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Newcastle is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Newcastle to Cairns?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Newcastle with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Newcastle to Cairns?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Newcastle up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Newcastle to Cairns

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Newcastle to Cairns. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Newcastle to Cairns? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 451 reviews
6.4Food
8.2Crew
6.4Entertainment
7.5Comfort
7.7Boarding
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Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

10.0 Excellentglenn, Mar 2026
OOL - SYD
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Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

Very friendly staff. No food service and no entertainment. Only 1hr 20min flight

High fees for excess checked baggage and somehow ridiculous rules for carry on bags.

Flight was late, food and drink an extra charge, my carry on is five rows behind me, and the seats are too narrow. Don’t ask me to be happy about it

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

The crew were wonderful - if only the customers were as well behaved as the attendants!! Ha ha! If you could just talk to God and ask for less turbulence next time.... Juuuuust kidding....

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Jane at Sydney International airport check in was amazing. She set up the whole experience to be a positive one.

The flights got us to our destination. The seats on the planes were uncomfortable.

The smells on this plane were disgusting. So many sweaty and unhygienic people i couldn't stand it. I dream of being anywhere else in the world when I am on a JetStar flight they suck.

One of the better flights I’ve had w Jetstar. Smooth boarding, early take off, on time landing, very courteous crew, clean plane.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

The issue was a 4 hour delay to takeoff with very sketchy information provided about the available of the flights delay. Passengers were not informed of gate changes and how long the delay might be. It ended with a late night 2 hour drive to our home which was not ideal for elderly people.

Flight was fine with boarding starting a few minutes early. Not a fan of the crew pushing political messaging regarding indigenous naming of Brisbane city… really pushed it like I haven’t heard on Jetstar before.

Improved experience over our last years flight when also we flew local but on an international scheduled flight. The double processing is still unwelcome i.e. by security and then by border force having to produce a licence and boarding pass repeatedly on departure and return. Obviously suits the airline rather than the local traveller. The flight and crew were good though a helper on return was offhand having to push the wheel chair did the bare minimum we felt.

Flight was delayed both directions but once in the air was ok. Boarding out of Melbourne is just a mess.

Although a local trip via international flight it was fairly straight forward albeit more checks than desirable for local travel. On arrival Perth collecting luggage the trollies were hidden in one end of the long hall.

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Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Newcastle to Cairns according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.