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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns from £422

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Manchester to Cairns departing on 23/11. 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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20:45 - 22:25MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
40h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:45 - 06:55CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
33h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£1,110Multiple Airlines
Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep
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09:20 - 18:25MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
48h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:45 - 18:50CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
45h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£1,134Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
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20:45 - 20:15MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
38h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:45 - 06:55CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
33h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£1,170Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep
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09:50 - 09:20MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
38h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 07:45CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
45h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
£1,297Qantas Airways
Fri, 4 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
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08:05 - 09:50MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
40h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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12:10 - 06:20CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
51h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
£1,313Qatar Airways
Fri, 4 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
21:20 - 21:00MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
38h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 19:15CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
46h 15m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
£1,347Qantas Airways
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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09:50 - 21:00MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
50h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 19:15CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
46h 15m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
£1,347Qantas Airways
Tue, 1 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
14:55 - 18:25MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
42h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways Logo
19:15 - 13:20CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
51h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
£1,386Qatar Airways
Fri, 28 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep
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10:35 - 17:00MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
45h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
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18:15 - 09:15CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
48h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
£1,596Singapore Airlines
Fri, 4 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
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10:35 - 17:00MAN  Manchester-CNS Cairns
45h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
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18:20 - 08:35CNS  Cairns-MAN Manchester
48h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
£1,700Singapore Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 30 Nov

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Qantas Airways flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
4 Sept
MAN09:50Manchester
38h 30m
2 stops
CNS09:20Cairns
19 Sept
CNS19:10Cairns
45h 35m
2 stops
MAN07:45Manchester
£1,297
Qantas Airways
1 Sept
MAN21:20Manchester
38h 40m
2 stops
CNS21:00Cairns
15 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
46h 15m
2 stops
MAN19:15Manchester
£1,347
Qantas Airways
1 Sept
MAN09:50Manchester
50h 10m
2 stops
CNS21:00Cairns
13 Sept
CNS06:45Cairns
62h 15m
2 stops
MAN12:00Manchester
£1,348

Qatar Airways flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
4 Sept
MAN08:05Manchester
40h 45m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
19 Sept
CNS12:10Cairns
51h 10m
2 stops
MAN06:20Manchester
£1,313
Qatar Airways
28 Aug
MAN14:55Manchester
42h 30m
2 stops
CNS18:25Cairns
13 Sept
CNS19:15Cairns
51h 05m
2 stops
MAN13:20Manchester
£1,386
Qatar Airways
28 Aug
MAN14:55Manchester
42h 30m
2 stops
CNS18:25Cairns
11 Sept
CNS19:15Cairns
51h 05m
2 stops
MAN13:20Manchester
£1,443

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ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 30/8

20:45-22:25

2 stops40h 40m

Cairns

Sun 13/9

06:45-06:55

2 stops33h 10m

£1,110

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 6/9

09:20-18:25

2 stops48h 05m

Cairns

Sat 19/9

06:45-18:50

2 stops45h 05m

£1,134
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 2/9

20:45-20:15

2 stops38h 30m

Cairns

Wed 9/9

06:45-06:55

2 stops33h 10m

£1,170

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 4/9

09:50-09:20

2 stops38h 30m

Cairns

Sat 19/9

19:10-07:45

2 stops45h 35m

£1,297

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 4/9

08:05-09:50

2 stops40h 45m

Cairns

Sat 19/9

12:10-06:20

2 stops51h 10m

£1,313

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 1/9

21:20-21:00

2 stops38h 40m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

06:00-19:15

2 stops46h 15m

£1,347

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 1/9

09:50-21:00

2 stops50h 10m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

06:00-19:15

2 stops46h 15m

£1,347

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 28/8

14:55-18:25

2 stops42h 30m

Cairns

Sun 13/9

19:15-13:20

2 stops51h 05m

£1,386

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 4/9

10:35-17:00

1 stop45h 25m

Cairns

Fri 11/9

18:15-09:15

1 stop48h 00m

£1,596

ManchesterCairns

MAN Manchester - CNS Cairns

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 19/10

10:35-17:00

1 stop45h 25m

Cairns

Mon 30/11

18:20-08:35

1 stop48h 15m

£1,700

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £1,479 to £1,979.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £1,110.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in April, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Manchester to Cairns during November average around £1,037.

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You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to Cairns flight.

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Fastest flight time

28h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Manchester to Cairns takes 28h 25m
There are no direct flights from Manchester to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Manchester to Cairns

  • How far is Manchester to Cairns by plane?

    There are 9375.7 mi between Manchester and Cairns. By plane, this route typically takes 28h 25m.

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

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester to Cairns?

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cairns

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6.8
8,177 reviews
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7.5
2,031 reviews
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8.2
1,583 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £1,099Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,739 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £1,175Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,079 reviews
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