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Flight Info | Nelson to Cairns

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 756
Off-season for travel April
Peak season for travel March
Flight distance 3,775.81 km
Popular airline Air New Zealand

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Nelson (NSN) to Cairns (CNS) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Nelson to Cairns based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Nelson (NSN) to Cairns (CNS) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 2,535.

  • How many airports are there in Cairns (CNS)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Cairns (CNS): Cairns Airport.

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