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£403 Cheap flights to Cairns

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Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 18:25
LGW
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CNS
45h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 15:00
CNS
-
LGW
42h 00m
2 stops
£764Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 3 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 21:00
LGW
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CNS
42h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 15:00
CNS
-
LGW
56h 25m
2 stops
£770Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 28 May
Emirates Logo
14:55 - 08:40
STN
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CNS
32h 45m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
17:40 - 18:45
CNS
-
STN
34h 05m
2 stops
£1,001Emirates
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 14 May
Emirates Logo
14:55 - 08:40
STN
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CNS
32h 45m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
17:00 - 18:45
CNS
-
STN
34h 45m
2 stops
£1,018Emirates
Sat, 4 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
21:45 - 11:25
MAN
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CNS
28h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 13:10
CNS
-
MAN
30h 00m
2 stops
£1,082Qatar Airways
Fri, 29 May - Sat, 13 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
14:35 - 13:40
BHX
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CNS
38h 05m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 - 19:40
CNS
-
BHX
40h 40m
2 stops
£1,084Qantas Airways
Thu, 16 Apr - Mon, 22 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
21:45 - 11:25
MAN
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CNS
28h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 20:00
CNS
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MAN
36h 50m
2 stops
£1,088Qatar Airways
Fri, 29 May - Sat, 13 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
14:35 - 13:40
BHX
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CNS
38h 05m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 - 19:40
CNS
-
BHX
40h 40m
2 stops
£1,096Qantas Airways
Thu, 16 Apr - Mon, 22 Jun
SWISS Logo
19:15 - 17:00
LCY
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CNS
36h 45m
2 stops
SWISS Logo
18:15 - 12:35
CNS
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LCY
27h 20m
2 stops
£2,111SWISS
Sun, 16 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
SWISS Logo
19:15 - 17:00
LCY
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CNS
36h 45m
3 stops
SWISS Logo
18:15 - 12:35
CNS
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LCY
27h 20m
2 stops
£2,132SWISS
Sun, 16 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 26/4

11:35-18:25

2 stops45h 50m

Cairns

Sun 3/5

06:00-15:00

2 stops42h 00m

£764

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

18:00-21:00

2 stops42h 00m

Cairns

Thu 28/5

15:35-15:00

2 stops56h 25m

£770

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Tue 5/5

14:55-08:40

2 stops32h 45m

Cairns

Thu 14/5

17:40-18:45

2 stops34h 05m

£1,001

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Sat 4/4

14:55-08:40

2 stops32h 45m

Cairns

Mon 20/4

17:00-18:45

2 stops34h 45m

£1,018
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 29/5

21:45-11:25

2 stops28h 40m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

16:10-13:10

2 stops30h 00m

£1,082

BirminghamCairns

BHX - CNS

BHXCNS

Birmingham

Thu 16/4

14:35-13:40

2 stops38h 05m

Cairns

Mon 22/6

12:00-19:40

2 stops40h 40m

£1,084

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 29/5

21:45-11:25

2 stops28h 40m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

16:10-20:00

2 stops36h 50m

£1,088

BirminghamCairns

BHX - CNS

BHXCNS

Birmingham

Thu 16/4

14:35-13:40

2 stops38h 05m

Cairns

Mon 22/6

12:00-19:40

2 stops40h 40m

£1,096

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Sun 16/8

19:15-17:00

2 stops36h 45m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

18:15-12:35

2 stops27h 20m

£2,111

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Sun 16/8

19:15-17:00

3 stops36h 45m

Cairns

Sun 23/8

18:15-12:35

2 stops27h 20m

£2,132

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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 February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from United Kingdom to Cairns during September average around £1,153.

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 £445. 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 £517.

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 £1,310 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 £1,077 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Cairns

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTFebruary21% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Cairns costs on average just £1,043 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly44% more expensiveIt costs about £1,892 for flights to Cairns from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CAIRNS FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTSeptember307% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Cairns from London Heathrow Airport in September than any other month

Cheap Cairns flight deals and tips

Summary info about Cairns flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£403

Best Round-Trip Price

£764

Fastest flight time

35h 15m

Popular in

August
The best one-way flight price to Cairns from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £403 (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 £764 (London Gatwick to Cairns).
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The fastest flight to Cairns from United Kingdom takes 35h 15m (London City to Cairns).
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August has the highest demand for flights to Cairns, with a 16% 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 76 days out, which is when prices tend to be around £1,299. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as £965.

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 March 2026, there are 9 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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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Cairns?

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Can I find flights to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cairns which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to Cairns?

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