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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns from £549

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Cathay Pacific Logo
10:25 - 10:45
MAN
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CNS
38h 20m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:35 - 07:55
CNS
-
MAN
54h 20m
2 stops
£1,185Cathay Pacific
Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:25 - 10:45
MAN
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CNS
38h 20m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:35 - 07:55
CNS
-
MAN
54h 20m
2 stops
£1,187Cathay Pacific
Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:25 - 10:45
MAN
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CNS
38h 20m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:50 - 07:55
CNS
-
MAN
51h 05m
2 stops
£1,190Cathay Pacific
Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:25 - 10:45
MAN
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CNS
38h 20m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:50 - 07:55
CNS
-
MAN
51h 05m
2 stops
£1,194Cathay Pacific
Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 11:50
MAN
-
CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:40 - 08:15
CNS
-
MAN
51h 35m
2 stops
£1,198Cathay Pacific
Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 11:50
MAN
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CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:40 - 08:15
CNS
-
MAN
51h 35m
2 stops
£1,201Cathay Pacific
Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 11:50
MAN
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CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:40 - 08:15
CNS
-
MAN
51h 35m
2 stops
£1,204Cathay Pacific
Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
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22:25 - 05:45
MAN
-
CNS
45h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 22:25
CNS
-
MAN
40h 35m
3 stops
£1,263Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:50 - 16:50
MAN
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CNS
36h 00m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 21:35
CNS
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MAN
36h 55m
3 stops
£1,276Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 05:45
MAN
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CNS
26h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 12:05
CNS
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MAN
72h 25m
3 stops
£1,281Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

Cathay Pacific flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
8 Mar
MAN10:25Manchester
38h 20m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
12 Mar
CNS11:35Cairns
54h 20m
2 stops
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,185
Cathay Pacific
8 Mar
MAN10:25Manchester
38h 20m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
12 Mar
CNS11:35Cairns
54h 20m
2 stops
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,187
Cathay Pacific
8 Mar
MAN10:25Manchester
38h 20m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
12 Mar
CNS14:50Cairns
51h 05m
2 stops
MAN07:55Manchester
£1,190

Singapore Airlines flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
24 Mar
MAN10:05Manchester
21h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
31 Mar
CNS09:10Cairns
33h 05m
2 stops
MAN09:15Manchester
£1,820
Singapore Airlines
8 Mar
MAN10:05Manchester
21h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
12 Mar
CNS10:55Cairns
31h 40m
2 stops
MAN08:35Manchester
£1,946
Singapore Airlines
9 Jul
MAN05:55Manchester
26h 05m
2 stops
CNS17:00Cairns
24 Jul
CNS18:15Cairns
24h 00m
1 stop
MAN09:15Manchester
£1,951

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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 8 February 2026.
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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

£1,185

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

£1,187

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 8/3

10:25-10:45

2 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

14:50-07:55

2 stops51h 05m

£1,190

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 8/3

10:25-10:45

2 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

14:50-07:55

2 stops51h 05m

£1,194

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-11:50

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

13:40-08:15

2 stops51h 35m

£1,198

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-11:50

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

13:40-08:15

2 stops51h 35m

£1,201

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-11:50

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

13:40-08:15

2 stops51h 35m

£1,204

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 23/3

22:25-05:45

2 stops45h 20m

Cairns

Mon 30/3

14:50-22:25

3 stops40h 35m

£1,263

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 23/3

18:50-16:50

3 stops36h 00m

Cairns

Mon 30/3

17:40-21:35

3 stops36h 55m

£1,276

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 24/3

16:50-05:45

2 stops26h 55m

Cairns

Tue 31/3

20:40-12:05

3 stops72h 25m

£1,281

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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 November, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Manchester to Cairns during February average around £1,118.

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 £1,297 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 £943 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% 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 6% cheaper 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

33h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Manchester to Cairns takes 33h 55m
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 33h 55m.

  • 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.

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  • 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 £717Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,867 reviews
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6.8
7,773 reviews
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8.2
1,451 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £1,130Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,728 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £1,137Free CancellationRating
7.5
988 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £1,151Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,509 reviews
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