What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Cairns?

Singapore Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from London to Cairns

Which airlines fly to Cairns?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from London according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 82% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 London to Cairns Airport?

Prices for flights from London to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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

There are 7 operators available for flights from London to Cairns Airport as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from London 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 London to Cairns Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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21:00 - 21:00LHR-CNS

38h 00m2 stops

18:35 - 07:40CNS-LHR

23h 05m1 stop

£1,075

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

11:00 - 10:45LHR-CNS

37h 45m2 stops

15:35 - 15:00CNS-LHR

33h 25m2 stops

£1,077

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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 27 Nov

07:45 - 04:25STN-CNS

35h 40m3 stops

06:00 - 20:05CNS-STN

47h 05m3 stops

£1,111

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Sun, 31 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep

22:15 - 18:00LHR-CNS

34h 45m2 stops

11:35 - 15:00CNS-LHR

61h 25m2 stops

£1,143Cathay Pacific

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Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 22 Nov

11:00 - 10:45LHR-CNS

37h 45m2 stops

12:35 - 15:00CNS-LHR

36h 25m2 stops

£1,168Cathay Pacific

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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 27 Nov

09:20 - 23:05LGW-CNS

27h 45m2 stops

18:35 - 06:25CNS-LGW

21h 50m1 stop

£1,182Singapore Airlines

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

09:20 - 23:05LGW-CNS

27h 45m2 stops

18:35 - 06:25CNS-LGW

21h 50m1 stop

£1,184Singapore Airlines

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

09:00 - 23:05LGW-CNS

52h 05m2 stops

17:35 - 05:55CNS-LGW

46h 20m2 stops

£1,279Qatar Airways

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

09:00 - 23:05LGW-CNS

52h 05m2 stops

17:35 - 05:55CNS-LGW

46h 20m2 stops

£1,340Qatar Airways

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

20:10 - 14:05LHR-CNS

31h 55m3 stops

09:00 - 06:15CNS-LHR

31h 15m2 stops

£1,721Qantas Airways

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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 27 Nov

Cathay Pacific flights from London to Cairns

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on London to Cairns flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

18 Oct

LHR22:15London Heathrow

34h 45m

2 stops

CNS18:00Cairns

22 Nov

CNS11:35Cairns

61h 25m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

£1,143

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Cathay Pacific

30 Oct

LHR11:00London Heathrow

37h 45m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

27 Nov

CNS12:35Cairns

36h 25m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

£1,168

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Cathay Pacific

18 Oct

LHR22:15London Heathrow

52h 40m

2 stops

CNS11:55Cairns

22 Nov

CNS12:35Cairns

36h 25m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

£1,184

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Singapore Airlines flights from London to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on London to Cairns flight tickets

Singapore Airlines

27 Oct

LGW09:20London Gatwick

27h 45m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

10 Nov

CNS18:35Cairns

21h 50m

1 stop

LGW06:25London Gatwick

£1,182

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Singapore Airlines

27 Oct

LGW09:20London Gatwick

27h 45m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

10 Nov

CNS18:35Cairns

21h 50m

1 stop

LGW06:25London Gatwick

£1,184

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Singapore Airlines

20 Oct

LHR20:35London Heathrow

35h 25m

1 stop

CNS17:00Cairns

3 Nov

CNS18:35Cairns

34h 35m

1 stop

LHR19:10London Heathrow

£1,209

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LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

21:00-21:00

2 stops38h 00m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

18:35-07:40

1 stop23h 05m

£1,075

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

11:00-10:45

2 stops37h 45m

Cairns

Thu 27/11

15:35-15:00

2 stops33h 25m

£1,077

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Sun 31/8

07:45-04:25

3 stops35h 40m

Cairns

Wed 3/9

06:00-20:05

3 stops47h 05m

£1,111

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 18/10

22:15-18:00

2 stops34h 45m

Cairns

Sat 22/11

11:35-15:00

2 stops61h 25m

£1,143

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

11:00-10:45

2 stops37h 45m

Cairns

Thu 27/11

12:35-15:00

2 stops36h 25m

£1,168

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

09:20-23:05

2 stops27h 45m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

18:35-06:25

1 stop21h 50m

£1,182

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

09:20-23:05

2 stops27h 45m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

18:35-06:25

1 stop21h 50m

£1,184

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

09:00-23:05

2 stops52h 05m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

17:35-05:55

2 stops46h 20m

£1,279

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

09:00-23:05

2 stops52h 05m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

17:35-05:55

2 stops46h 20m

£1,340

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

20:10-14:05

3 stops31h 55m

Cairns

Thu 27/11

09:00-06:15

2 stops31h 15m

£1,721

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Cairns

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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 London to Cairns during February average around £1,018.

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 London 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 London 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 £1,374.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £1,223 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 London for as low as £1,066 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on London to Cairns flights?

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

How have London to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for London to Cairns flights are approximately 27% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from London to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap London to Cairns (LON to CNS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from London to Cairns

Best price found	£360
Fastest flight time	20h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cairns	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cairns from London in the past 72 hours is £360. The best return flight deal from London to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £1,075.

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

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

There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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How far is London to Cairns by plane?
Cairns is 9399.3 mi away from London. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from London to Cairns Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Cairns Airport?
There are 7 operators available for flights from London to Cairns Airport as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London 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 London to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from London to Cairns?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London to Cairns is Singapore Airlines, representing 80% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Cathay Pacific at 9%, Qantas Airways at 5%, and SWISS at 2%.

Best airlines flying from London to Cairns

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom £778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,699 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £781	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 969 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £810	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,233 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £828	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,347 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £959	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,334 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,121	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 896 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom £1,354	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,550 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights

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