Flights from Palmerston North (PMR) to Cairns (CNS)

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Cheapest Flights from Palmerston North (PMR) to Cairns (CNS)

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Palmerston North to Cairns Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Palmerston North (PMR) to Cairns (CNS)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Palmerston North to Cairns flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top PMR to CNS routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Palmerston North Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
PMR
Traveling To
Cairns Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
CNS
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$1,112
Address:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane
Address:
Palmerston North ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
PMR
Longitude:
175.621268
Latitude:
-40.323534
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland

Palmerston North to Cairns Flight Deals from NZ$1,112

Considering a quick trip to Cairns, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from PMR to CNS. With heaps of cheap fares from Palmerston North, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Cairns from Palmerston North  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Cairns from Palmerston North from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Cairns in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Cairns from Palmerston North 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$1,112 and rising to NZ$1,260 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Palmerston North to Cairns today!  

Find cheap airfares to Cairns from Palmerston North 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Palmerston North and Cairns
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in June)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Palmerston North to Cairns

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is NZ$153 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$153
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Fabulous room with two queensize beds, roomy well designed bathroom, bar fridge, kettle and tea and coffee sachets. The groundfloor room had an outdoor table and chairs overlooking the pool surrounded by palms and tropical vegetation.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is NZ$188 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
NZ$188
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
it was good

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is NZ$201 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
NZ$201
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The day of the 15th, when the room was serviced, a few things were not done. I had to request tea bags, hand towels, etc. For a Hilton Hotel at $260 per night, I was slightly disappointed. Next time I stay in Cairns, I will choose another hotel. Buffet breakfast was excellent

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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