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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns from £439

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12:15 - 04:25MAN-CNS
31h 10m2 stops
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18:15 - 12:00CNS-MAN
26h 45m2 stops
£1,265
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
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12:15 - 04:25MAN-CNS
31h 10m2 stops
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18:15 - 13:50CNS-MAN
28h 35m3 stops
£1,278
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:25 - 14:10MAN-CNS
42h 45m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 09:05CNS-MAN
47h 50m1 stop
£1,499Singapore Airlines
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:25 - 17:00MAN-CNS
21h 35m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 09:05CNS-MAN
47h 50m1 stop
£1,525Singapore Airlines
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:25 - 10:30MAN-CNS
38h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:00 - 07:55CNS-MAN
29h 55m1 stop
£1,768Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 21 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:25 - 10:30MAN-CNS
38h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:00 - 07:55CNS-MAN
29h 55m1 stop
£1,768Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 21 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
Finnair Logo
18:00 - 10:30MAN-CNS
30h 30m2 stops
Finnair Logo
12:00 - 09:10CNS-MAN
31h 10m2 stops
£1,822Finnair
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Sun, 21 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
Emirates Logo
21:15 - 11:05MAN-CNS
52h 50m2 stops
Emirates Logo
17:35 - 19:15CNS-MAN
34h 40m2 stops
£1,878Emirates
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Emirates Logo
09:50 - 10:35MAN-CNS
39h 45m2 stops
Emirates Logo
17:20 - 19:15CNS-MAN
34h 55m2 stops
£2,043Emirates
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Sat, 11 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
Finnair Logo
09:55 - 04:35MAN-CNS
32h 40m2 stops
Finnair Logo
12:00 - 17:15CNS-MAN
39h 15m2 stops
£5,943Finnair
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Thu, 18 Dec - Sat, 10 Jan

Finnair flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Finnair deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Finnair
21 Dec
MAN18:00Manchester
30h 30m
2 stops
CNS10:30Cairns
30 Dec
CNS12:00Cairns
31h 10m
2 stops
MAN09:10Manchester
£1,822
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Finnair
18 Dec
MAN09:55Manchester
32h 40m
2 stops
CNS04:35Cairns
10 Jan
CNS12:00Cairns
39h 15m
2 stops
MAN17:15Manchester
£5,943
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Finnair
18 Dec
MAN09:55Manchester
32h 40m
2 stops
CNS04:35Cairns
10 Jan
CNS12:00Cairns
39h 15m
2 stops
MAN17:15Manchester
£5,945
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Cathay Pacific flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
21 Dec
MAN10:25Manchester
38h 05m
1 stop
CNS10:30Cairns
30 Dec
CNS12:00Cairns
29h 55m
1 stop
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,768
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Cathay Pacific
21 Dec
MAN10:25Manchester
38h 05m
1 stop
CNS10:30Cairns
30 Dec
CNS12:00Cairns
29h 55m
1 stop
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,768
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Cathay Pacific
18 Dec
MAN10:25Manchester
38h 05m
1 stop
CNS10:30Cairns
10 Jan
CNS12:00Cairns
29h 55m
1 stop
MAN07:55Manchester
£5,714
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
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ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 12/10

12:15-04:25

2 stops31h 10m

Cairns

Sun 19/10

18:15-12:00

2 stops26h 45m

£1,265

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 12/10

12:15-04:25

2 stops31h 10m

Cairns

Sun 19/10

18:15-13:50

3 stops28h 35m

£1,278

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 12/10

10:25-14:10

2 stops42h 45m

Cairns

Sun 19/10

18:15-09:05

1 stop47h 50m

£1,499

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 12/10

10:25-17:00

1 stop21h 35m

Cairns

Sun 19/10

18:15-09:05

1 stop47h 50m

£1,525

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 21/12

10:25-10:30

1 stop38h 05m

Cairns

Tue 30/12

12:00-07:55

1 stop29h 55m

£1,768

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 21/12

10:25-10:30

1 stop38h 05m

Cairns

Tue 30/12

12:00-07:55

1 stop29h 55m

£1,768

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 21/12

18:00-10:30

2 stops30h 30m

Cairns

Tue 30/12

12:00-09:10

2 stops31h 10m

£1,822

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 12/10

21:15-11:05

2 stops52h 50m

Cairns

Sun 19/10

17:35-19:15

2 stops34h 40m

£1,878

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 11/10

09:50-10:35

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Sat 18/10

17:20-19:15

2 stops34h 55m

£2,043

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 18/12

09:55-04:35

2 stops32h 40m

Cairns

Sat 10/1

12:00-17:15

2 stops39h 15m

£5,943

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester 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 February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Manchester to Cairns during March average around £1,068.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £1,197. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Manchester because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £1,343.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Manchester to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the afternoon for as low as £1,116. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £1,324.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £1,304 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 Manchester for as low as £1,022 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to Cairns flight.

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When to book flights from Manchester to Cairns

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Cheap Manchester to Cairns (MAN to CNS) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Manchester to Cairns by plane?

    There are 9375.7 mi between Manchester and Cairns. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 15m.

  • 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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SWISSPriceFrom £699Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,715 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £803Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,371 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £822Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,241 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom £835Free CancellationRating
7.6
977 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom £1,048Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,352 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £1,124Free CancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £1,139Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,611 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £1,143Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,322 reviews
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