Question 1

Which airlines fly to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

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 81% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 2

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 21m.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on London to Cairns flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Cairns flight.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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 £432. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £1,405.

Question 5

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Singapore (SIN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 37m.

Question 6

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

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The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as £444. 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 £517.

Question 7

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Cairns flights?

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Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in May, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from London to Cairns during September average around £1,055.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cairns

Question 10

How have London to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

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As of December 2025, prices for London to Cairns flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Cairns?

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £1,304 to £1,920.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £773.

Question 12

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 13

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 95% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 14

How often are flights from London to Cairns delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between London and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 99 minutes.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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 £1,275 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 £1,022 on momondo.

Question 16

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the lowest average return price of £1,095.

Question 17

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Cairns flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

There are 5 operators available for flights from London to Cairns Airport as of December 2025.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Cairns?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in May, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from London to Cairns during September average around £1,055.

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

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 £432. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £1,405.

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

Can stopping save me money on London to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% 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 December 2025, prices for London to Cairns flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from London to Cairns

Which airlines fly to Cairns?

How often are flights from London to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between London and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 99 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Cairns flights?

According to our data, China Eastern have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Cairns?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 95% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Cairns?

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the lowest average return price of £1,095.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Cairns?

Flights connecting via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 21m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Cairns?

Singapore (SIN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 37m.

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