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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns from £495

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Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 - 17:00
MAN
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CNS
44h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:15 - 22:40
CNS
-
MAN
37h 25m
2 stops
£931Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 24 May
Qatar Airways Logo
21:45 - 15:55
MAN
-
CNS
33h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:10 - 20:00
CNS
-
MAN
40h 50m
2 stops
£1,018Qatar Airways
Sun, 3 May - Thu, 21 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 09:45
MAN
-
CNS
35h 35m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
-
MAN
71h 25m
3 stops
£1,075Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 24 May
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 11:50
MAN
-
CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:35 - 08:15
CNS
-
MAN
52h 40m
2 stops
£1,089Cathay Pacific
Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:10 - 11:50
MAN
-
CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:35 - 08:15
CNS
-
MAN
52h 40m
2 stops
£1,090Cathay Pacific
Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:30 - 05:30
MAN
-
CNS
45h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 12:05
CNS
-
MAN
71h 25m
3 stops
£1,094Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 24 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 05:30
MAN
-
CNS
31h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 09:35
CNS
-
MAN
31h 35m
3 stops
£1,119Multiple Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Thu, 21 May
Qatar Airways Logo
21:45 - 15:55
MAN
-
CNS
33h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:10 - 20:00
CNS
-
MAN
40h 50m
2 stops
£1,122Qatar Airways
Sun, 3 May - Thu, 21 May
Qatar Airways Logo
21:45 - 15:55
MAN
-
CNS
33h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:10 - 20:00
CNS
-
MAN
40h 50m
2 stops
£1,123Qatar Airways
Sun, 3 May - Thu, 21 May
Qatar Airways Logo
21:45 - 15:55
MAN
-
CNS
33h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:10 - 20:00
CNS
-
MAN
40h 50m
2 stops
£1,124Qatar Airways
Sun, 3 May - Thu, 21 May

Cathay Pacific flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
3 Apr
MAN11:10Manchester
39h 40m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
21 Apr
CNS12:35Cairns
52h 40m
2 stops
MAN08:15Manchester
£1,089
Cathay Pacific
3 Apr
MAN11:10Manchester
39h 40m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
21 Apr
CNS12:35Cairns
52h 40m
2 stops
MAN08:15Manchester
£1,090
Cathay Pacific
3 Apr
MAN11:10Manchester
39h 40m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
21 Apr
CNS12:35Cairns
52h 40m
2 stops
MAN08:15Manchester
£1,158

Singapore Airlines flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
6 May
MAN10:35Manchester
45h 25m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
24 May
CNS18:15Cairns
48h 00m
1 stop
MAN09:15Manchester
£1,232
Singapore Airlines
6 May
MAN10:35Manchester
38h 15m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
24 May
CNS18:15Cairns
48h 00m
1 stop
MAN09:15Manchester
£1,298
Singapore Airlines
20 Feb
MAN10:05Manchester
45h 15m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
27 Feb
CNS18:35Cairns
48h 00m
1 stop
MAN08:35Manchester
£2,324

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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 15 February 2026.
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ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 6/5

11:25-17:00

2 stops44h 35m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

18:15-22:40

2 stops37h 25m

£931

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 3/5

21:45-15:55

2 stops33h 10m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

12:10-20:00

2 stops40h 50m

£1,018

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 6/5

13:10-09:45

3 stops35h 35m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

21:40-12:05

3 stops71h 25m

£1,075

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-11:50

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-08:15

2 stops52h 40m

£1,089

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-11:50

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-08:15

2 stops52h 40m

£1,090

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 6/5

23:30-05:30

2 stops45h 00m

Cairns

Sun 24/5

21:40-12:05

3 stops71h 25m

£1,094

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 3/5

13:10-05:30

2 stops31h 20m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

11:00-09:35

3 stops31h 35m

£1,119

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 3/5

21:45-15:55

2 stops33h 10m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

12:10-20:00

2 stops40h 50m

£1,122

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 3/5

21:45-15:55

2 stops33h 10m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

12:10-20:00

2 stops40h 50m

£1,123

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 3/5

21:45-15:55

2 stops33h 10m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

12:10-20:00

2 stops40h 50m

£1,124

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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 £1,115.

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 £1,293 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 £940 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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Cheap Manchester to Cairns (MAN to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

33h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Manchester to Cairns takes 33h 10m
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 10m.

  • 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 £715Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,876 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £795Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,786 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom £989Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,455 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £1,127Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,739 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £1,134Free CancellationRating
7.5
989 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £1,148Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,519 reviews
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