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Cheap flights from London to Cairns from £487

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from London to Cairns departing on 27/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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18:40 - 04:35LGW-CNS
47h 55m2 stops
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11:55 - 17:50CNS-LGW
63h 55m2 stops
Sat, 22 Nov - Sat, 24 Jan
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21:00 - 13:45LHR-CNS
54h 45m2 stops
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07:35 - 17:30CNS-LHR
43h 55m2 stops
Sat, 22 Nov - Sat, 24 Jan
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12:20 - 04:35LCY-CNS
54h 15m2 stops
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11:55 - 17:05CNS-LCY
63h 10m2 stops
Sat, 22 Nov - Sat, 24 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:05 - 20:50LHR-CNS
36h 45m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:40 - 15:00CNS-LHR
31h 20m2 stops
£889Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 9 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
20:15 - 12:05LHR-CNS
29h 50m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
17:40 - 17:20CNS-LHR
33h 40m2 stops
£904Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 27 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
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22:05 - 17:00LHR-CNS
57h 55m1 stop
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18:15 - 07:45CNS-LHR
22h 30m1 stop
£1,015Singapore Airlines
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Sun, 14 Sep - Sun, 5 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:35 - 17:00LHR-CNS
59h 25m1 stop
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18:15 - 15:45CNS-LHR
30h 30m1 stop
£1,067Singapore Airlines
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Thu, 21 Aug - Wed, 10 Sep
Japan Airlines Logo
09:20 - 05:55LHR-CNS
35h 35m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:30 - 15:50CNS-LHR
36h 20m2 stops
£1,445Japan Airlines
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Fri, 4 Jul - Mon, 7 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
20:50 - 11:55LHR-CNS
30h 05m2 stops
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19:15 - 05:05CNS-LHR
43h 50m1 stop
£1,593Qantas Airways
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Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 22 Nov
Japan Airlines Logo
12:25 - 04:25LHR-CNS
31h 00m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:30 - 15:50CNS-LHR
36h 20m2 stops
£1,609Japan Airlines
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Tue, 1 Jul - Mon, 7 Jul

Cathay Pacific flights from London to Cairns

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on London to Cairns flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
9 Nov
LHR22:05London Heathrow
36h 45m
2 stops
CNS20:50Cairns
20 Nov
CNS17:40Cairns
31h 20m
2 stops
LHR15:00London Heathrow
Cathay Pacific
27 Oct
LHR20:15London Heathrow
29h 50m
2 stops
CNS12:05Cairns
5 Nov
CNS17:40Cairns
33h 40m
2 stops
LHR17:20London Heathrow
Cathay Pacific
27 Oct
LHR20:15London Heathrow
29h 50m
2 stops
CNS12:05Cairns
8 Nov
CNS12:35Cairns
50h 55m
2 stops
LHR05:30London Heathrow

Singapore Airlines flights from London to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on London to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
14 Sept
LHR22:05London Heathrow
57h 55m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
5 Oct
CNS18:15Cairns
22h 30m
1 stop
LHR07:45London Heathrow
Singapore Airlines
21 Aug
LHR20:35London Heathrow
59h 25m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
10 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
30h 30m
1 stop
LHR15:45London Heathrow
Singapore Airlines
21 Aug
LHR22:05London Heathrow
57h 55m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
10 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
30h 30m
1 stop
LHR15:45London Heathrow

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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 March is your next best option. Flight prices from London to Cairns during March average around £1,004.

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 £435. 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 £506.

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 £423. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £1,375.

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 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £1,198 when searching 23 weeks out. 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 10% 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 June 2025, prices for London to Cairns flights are approximately 6% 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

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Best price found

£487

Fastest flight time

20h 25m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from London in the past 72 hours is £487. The best return flight deal from London to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £803.
The fastest flight from London to Cairns takes 20h 25m
There are no direct flights from London 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)

  • 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 25m.

  • 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?

  • 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?


Best airlines flying from London to Cairns

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom £730Free CancellationRating
7.5
894 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £811Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,212 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom £829Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,310 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £929Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,156 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £1,122Free CancellationRating
7.5
860 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom £1,356Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,494 reviews
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