Which airlines fly to Cairns?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and SWISS are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from Manchester according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 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?

There are 6 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Cairns Airport as of February 2026.

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.

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £866 to £1,228. The lowest price recently found on this route was £934.

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19:55 - 17:30

MAN

CNS

35h 35m

2 stops

06:40 - 17:55

CNS

MAN

45h 15m

2 stops

£934Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

22:25 - 05:45

MAN

CNS

45h 20m

2 stops

12:35 - 15:50

CNS

MAN

37h 15m

3 stops

£1,039Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

22:25 - 08:20

MAN

CNS

47h 55m

3 stops

09:45 - 09:50

CNS

MAN

34h 05m

3 stops

£1,089Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

08:25 - 22:05

MAN

CNS

27h 40m

2 stops

06:40 - 10:10

CNS

MAN

37h 30m

3 stops

£1,098Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

17:45 - 17:20

MAN

CNS

37h 35m

2 stops

18:35 - 22:30

CNS

MAN

37h 55m

2 stops

£1,108Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

11:10 - 16:55

MAN

CNS

44h 45m

2 stops

12:35 - 07:55

CNS

MAN

52h 20m

2 stops

£1,145Cathay Pacific

Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

16:50 - 17:30

MAN

CNS

62h 40m

3 stops

09:45 - 09:50

CNS

MAN

34h 05m

3 stops

£1,182Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

10:25 - 10:45

MAN

CNS

38h 20m

2 stops

11:35 - 07:55

CNS

MAN

54h 20m

2 stops

£1,186Cathay Pacific

Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

16:50 - 08:20

MAN

CNS

53h 30m

3 stops

19:30 - 08:35

CNS

MAN

71h 05m

3 stops

£1,193Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar

20:40 - 05:45

MAN

CNS

47h 05m

2 stops

11:35 - 06:45

CNS

MAN

53h 10m

2 stops

£1,257Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar

Cathay Pacific flights from Manchester to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific

3 Apr

MAN11:10Manchester

44h 45m

2 stops

CNS16:55Cairns

21 Apr

CNS12:35Cairns

52h 20m

2 stops

MAN07:55Manchester

£1,145

Cathay Pacific

8 Mar

MAN10:25Manchester

38h 20m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

12 Mar

CNS11:35Cairns

54h 20m

2 stops

MAN07:55Manchester

£1,186

Cathay Pacific

25 Jul

MAN11:10Manchester

39h 40m

2 stops

CNS11:50Cairns

15 Aug

CNS16:40Cairns

48h 15m

2 stops

MAN07:55Manchester

£1,738

Qatar Airways flights from Manchester to Cairns

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Qatar Airways

9 Jul

MAN08:05Manchester

41h 00m

2 stops

CNS10:05Cairns

24 Jul

CNS12:10Cairns

58h 00m

2 stops

MAN13:10Manchester

£1,301

Qatar Airways

2 Apr

MAN08:05Manchester

30h 15m

2 stops

CNS23:20Cairns

4 Apr

CNS09:20Cairns

30h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:20Manchester

£1,419

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MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 4/3

19:55-17:30

2 stops35h 35m

Cairns

Wed 11/3

06:40-17:55

2 stops45h 15m

£934

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 4/3

22:25-05:45

2 stops45h 20m

Cairns

Wed 11/3

12:35-15:50

3 stops37h 15m

£1,039

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 4/3

22:25-08:20

3 stops47h 55m

Cairns

Wed 11/3

09:45-09:50

3 stops34h 05m

£1,089

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 18/3

08:25-22:05

2 stops27h 40m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

06:40-10:10

3 stops37h 30m

£1,098

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 18/3

17:45-17:20

2 stops37h 35m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

18:35-22:30

2 stops37h 55m

£1,108

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-16:55

2 stops44h 45m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-07:55

2 stops52h 20m

£1,145

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 18/3

16:50-17:30

3 stops62h 40m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

09:45-09:50

3 stops34h 05m

£1,182

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 8/3

10:25-10:45

2 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

11:35-07:55

2 stops54h 20m

£1,186

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 19/3

16:50-08:20

3 stops53h 30m

Cairns

Thu 26/3

19:30-08:35

3 stops71h 05m

£1,193

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 19/3

20:40-05:45

2 stops47h 05m

Cairns

Thu 26/3

11:35-06:45

2 stops53h 10m

£1,257

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in November, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Manchester to Cairns during February average around £1,060.

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 £1,276 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 £939 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to Cairns flights?

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

How have Manchester to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Manchester to Cairns flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Manchester to Cairns

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

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Fastest flight time	27h 40m
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The fastest flight from Manchester to Cairns takes 27h 40m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to Cairns.

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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 27h 40m.
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?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Cairns Airport as of February 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Manchester and Cairns, the leading airline is Singapore Airlines, making up 37% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qantas Airways with 17%, SWISS with 13%, and Lufthansa with 13%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cairns

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom £714	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,864 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £794	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,758 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,029	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,443 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 984 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £1,125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,129	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,495 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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