How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

Flight times from England to Cairns vary, but if you’re flying out of London and flying into Cairns (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 28h 11m on average. Another popular route from England to Cairns is flying from Manchester to Cairns, which will take roughly 38h 40m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Cairns?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from England according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 71% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from England to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Cairns Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from England to Cairns Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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17:00 - 17:45LGW-CNS

38h 45m2 stops

06:00 - 06:30CNS-LGW

34h 30m2 stops

£773

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Sun, 2 Nov - Wed, 5 Nov

10:30 - 17:15LGW-CNS

44h 45m2 stops

06:00 - 06:30CNS-LGW

34h 30m2 stops

£787

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10:30 - 17:15LGW-CNS

44h 45m2 stops

06:00 - 06:30CNS-LGW

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22:10 - 10:35LHR-CNS

51h 25m2 stops

11:15 - 19:15CNS-LHR

65h 00m2 stops

£948China Southern

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Sun, 19 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct

20:15 - 16:50LHR-CNS

34h 35m2 stops

14:50 - 15:00CNS-LHR

34h 10m2 stops

£953Cathay Pacific

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16:50 - 16:50LHR-CNS

38h 00m2 stops

11:35 - 15:00CNS-LHR

37h 25m2 stops

£956Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 5 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov

19:30 - 10:30LHR-CNS

53h 00m2 stops

12:00 - 07:45CNS-LHR

29h 45m2 stops

£964Lufthansa

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22:10 - 13:45LHR-CNS

30h 35m2 stops

13:40 - 19:00CNS-LHR

38h 20m2 stops

£1,022China Southern

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Sun, 14 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

10:40 - 17:20LHR-CNS

20h 40m1 stop

18:35 - 15:20CNS-LHR

54h 45m1 stop

£1,077Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 2 Nov - Wed, 5 Nov

11:25 - 17:00LHR-CNS

44h 35m1 stop

18:15 - 15:45CNS-LHR

30h 30m1 stop

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Cathay Pacific flights from England to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific

27 Oct

LHR20:15London Heathrow

34h 35m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

10 Nov

CNS14:50Cairns

34h 10m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

£953

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Cathay Pacific

5 Nov

LHR16:50London Heathrow

38h 00m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

20 Nov

CNS11:35Cairns

37h 25m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

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Cathay Pacific

19 Oct

LHR22:15London Heathrow

33h 35m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

18 Nov

CNS14:50Cairns

39h 20m

2 stops

LHR20:10London Heathrow

£1,004

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14 Sept

STN14:55London Stansted

33h 35m

2 stops

CNS09:30Cairns

24 Sept

CNS10:10Cairns

35h 45m

2 stops

STN12:55London Stansted

£1,226

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2 Nov

STN20:15London Stansted

28h 30m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

5 Nov

CNS09:20Cairns

36h 45m

2 stops

STN12:05London Stansted

£1,237

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10 Sept

STN14:55London Stansted

45h 00m

2 stops

CNS20:55Cairns

17 Sept

CNS10:10Cairns

35h 45m

2 stops

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17:00-17:45

2 stops38h 45m

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06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

£773

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2 stops44h 45m

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06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

£787

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LGWCNS

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10:30-17:15

2 stops44h 45m

Cairns

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06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

£787

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LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

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22:10-10:35

2 stops51h 25m

Cairns

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11:15-19:15

2 stops65h 00m

£948

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LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

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20:15-16:50

2 stops34h 35m

Cairns

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14:50-15:00

2 stops34h 10m

£953

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LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

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16:50-16:50

2 stops38h 00m

Cairns

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11:35-15:00

2 stops37h 25m

£956

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LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 3/1

19:30-10:30

2 stops53h 00m

Cairns

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12:00-07:45

2 stops29h 45m

£964

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LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 14/9

22:10-13:45

2 stops30h 35m

Cairns

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13:40-19:00

2 stops38h 20m

£1,022

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LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 2/11

10:40-17:20

1 stop20h 40m

Cairns

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18:35-15:20

1 stop54h 45m

£1,077

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London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

11:25-17:00

1 stop44h 35m

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18:15-15:45

1 stop30h 30m

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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 England to Cairns during February average around £1,017.

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 England 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 England 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 £1,372.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from England when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £1,222 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 England for as low as £1,065 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a England to Cairns flight.

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Best price found	£419
Fastest flight time	20h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cairns	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cairns from England in the past 72 hours is £419. The best return flight deal from England to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £773.

The fastest flight from England to Cairns takes 20h 35m

There are no direct flights from England to Cairns. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are London Heathrow Airport - Cairns Airport, London Gatwick Airport - Cairns Airport and London Stansted Airport - Cairns Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from England to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from England to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from England to Cairns Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from England to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from England to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from England to Cairns

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SWISS	PriceFrom £696	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,698 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £780	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 968 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £800	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,317 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £809	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,232 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £827	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,346 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,119	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 895 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,130	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,314 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,608 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom £1,353	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,545 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights

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