Which airlines fly to Cairns?

Singapore Airlines is the airline most momondo users in United Kingdom opt for when booking flights to Cairns. Qantas Airways, Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa are also popular choices when flying to Cairns from United Kingdom. Most major airlines flying from United Kingdom to Cairns will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Japan Airlines Flights to Cairns

Japan Airlines operates around 7 flights into Cairns in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Tokyo Narita, with the best round-trip Japan Airlines deal found being £1,353 (London Heathrow to Cairns). Users have rated Japan Airlines 8.3/10 in over 1,559 reviews on momondo.

Singapore Airlines Flights to Cairns

Another popular choice for flights to Cairns is Singapore Airlines (8.1/10, 1,365 reviews). Most Singapore Airlines flights landing in Cairns will be arriving from Brisbane, but there are 32 Singapore Airlines flights to Cairns from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Singapore Airlines deal found on momondo this week was £827 (London Gatwick to Cairns, round-trip).

How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

Flight times from United Kingdom to Cairns vary, but if you’re flying out of London Heathrow and flying into Cairns (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 28h 35m on average. Another popular route from United Kingdom to Cairns is flying from Manchester to Cairns, which will take roughly 33h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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07:00 - 10:30LHR-CNS

41h 30m3 stops

12:00 - 13:40CNS-LHR

35h 40m3 stops

£1,113SWISS

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tir., 3 feb. - tir., 10 feb.

17:50 - 11:50LHR-CNS

32h 00m2 stops

12:00 - 06:20CNS-LHR

28h 20m1 stop

£1,114Cathay Pacific

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tir., 28 okt. - tir., 10 feb.

09:10 - 17:20LHR-CNS

22h 10m1 stop

18:35 - 05:55CNS-LHR

45h 20m1 stop

£1,116Singapore Airlines

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tir., 25 nov. - fre., 26 dec.

21:45 - 17:20LHR-CNS

33h 35m1 stop

18:35 - 07:40CNS-LHR

23h 05m1 stop

£1,147Singapore Airlines

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man., 24 nov. - søn., 22 feb.

20:10 - 11:50LHR-CNS

29h 40m2 stops

06:00 - 06:15CNS-LHR

34h 15m3 stops

£1,192Qantas Airways

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man., 23 feb. - tir., 24 mar.

08:40 - 23:05LGW-CNS

28h 25m2 stops

06:00 - 05:55CNS-LGW

33h 55m2 stops

£1,200Qatar Airways

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tir., 3 feb. - tir., 10 feb.

14:10 - 14:55BHX-CNS

38h 45m2 stops

15:45 - 06:10CNS-BHX

48h 25m2 stops

£1,209Qatar Airways

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søn., 8 mar. - tor., 12 mar.

20:50 - 05:25BHX-CNS

46h 35m2 stops

07:45 - 11:40CNS-BHX

37h 55m2 stops

£1,238Qantas Airways

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søn., 8 mar. - tor., 12 mar.

18:10 - 17:20LCY-CNS

37h 10m2 stops

18:35 - 09:15CNS-LCY

24h 40m2 stops

£1,573Lufthansa

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ons., 24 dec. - man., 12 jan.

13:00 - 10:30MAN-CNS

35h 30m2 stops

12:00 - 12:10CNS-MAN

34h 10m2 stops

£5,960Lufthansa

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tor., 18 dec. - lør., 10 jan.

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LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

tir. 3/2

07:00-10:30

3 stops41h 30m

Cairns

tir. 10/2

12:00-13:40

3 stops35h 40m

£1,113

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

tir. 28/10

17:50-11:50

2 stops32h 00m

Cairns

tir. 10/2

12:00-06:20

1 stop28h 20m

£1,114

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

tir. 25/11

09:10-17:20

1 stop22h 10m

Cairns

fre. 26/12

18:35-05:55

1 stop45h 20m

£1,116

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

man. 24/11

21:45-17:20

1 stop33h 35m

Cairns

søn. 22/2

18:35-07:40

1 stop23h 05m

£1,147

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

man. 23/2

20:10-11:50

2 stops29h 40m

Cairns

tir. 24/3

06:00-06:15

3 stops34h 15m

£1,192

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

tir. 3/2

08:40-23:05

2 stops28h 25m

Cairns

tir. 10/2

06:00-05:55

2 stops33h 55m

£1,200

BirminghamCairns

BHX - CNS

BHXCNS

Birmingham

søn. 8/3

14:10-14:55

2 stops38h 45m

Cairns

tor. 12/3

15:45-06:10

2 stops48h 25m

£1,209

BirminghamCairns

BHX - CNS

BHXCNS

Birmingham

søn. 8/3

20:50-05:25

2 stops46h 35m

Cairns

tor. 12/3

07:45-11:40

2 stops37h 55m

£1,238

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

ons. 24/12

18:10-17:20

2 stops37h 10m

Cairns

man. 12/1

18:35-09:15

2 stops24h 40m

£1,573

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

tor. 18/12

13:00-10:30

2 stops35h 30m

Cairns

lør. 10/1

12:00-12:10

2 stops34h 10m

£5,960

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Cairns flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in May, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from United Kingdom to Cairns during February average around £1,008.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as £434. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from United Kingdom because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £505.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that the cheapest United Kingdom to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the evening for as low as £422. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £1,373.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £1,224 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from United Kingdom for as low as £1,065 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Cairns

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	May	18% cheaper	Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Cairns costs on average just £1,012 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	December	22% more expensive	It costs about £1,504 for flights to Cairns from London Heathrow Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT	March	421% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Cairns from London Heathrow Airport in March than any other month

Cheap Cairns flight deals and tips

Summary info about Cairns flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£450
Best Round-Trip Price	£1,113
Fastest flight time	31h 50m
Popular in	August

The best one-way flight price to Cairns from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £450 (London Gatwick to Cairns).

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The best round-trip flight price to Cairns from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £1,113 (London Heathrow to Cairns).

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The fastest flight to Cairns from United Kingdom takes 31h 50m (London Heathrow to Cairns).

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August has the highest demand for flights to Cairns, with a 10% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Cairns

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

The best time to book a flight to Cairns from United Kingdom is 53 days out, which is when prices tend to be around £1,190. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as £819.

Is there an alternative airport near Cairns?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Cairns is possible. If you are planning a flight to Cairns, consider booking flights to Bloomfield Airport (78 mi from Cairns city centre).

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

Prices for flights to Cairns Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Cairns Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Cairns Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Cairns Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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