How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

Flight times from Scotland to Cairns vary, but if you’re flying out of Edinburgh and flying into Cairns (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 27h 50m on average. Another popular route from Scotland to Cairns is flying from Glasgow to Cairns, which will take roughly 30h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

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As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Scotland 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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13:35 - 22:05GLA-CNS

46h 30m2 stops

07:45 - 11:35CNS-GLA

37h 50m2 stops

£1,242Qantas Airways

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Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

13:35 - 05:45GLA-CNS

30h 10m2 stops

09:45 - 11:35CNS-GLA

35h 50m3 stops

£1,270Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 4 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec

13:35 - 08:30GLA-CNS

32h 55m3 stops

09:45 - 11:35CNS-GLA

35h 50m3 stops

£1,273Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 4 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec

14:05 - 11:05EDI-CNS

35h 00m2 stops

23:55 - 12:35CNS-EDI

46h 40m2 stops

£1,342Qatar Airways

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Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

12:45 - 09:55EDI-CNS

59h 10m2 stops

18:35 - 12:00CNS-EDI

27h 25m2 stops

£3,322Lufthansa

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Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

12:45 - 09:55EDI-CNS

35h 10m2 stops

18:35 - 12:00CNS-EDI

27h 25m2 stops

£3,335Lufthansa

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Tue, 13 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

12:45 - 09:55EDI-CNS

59h 10m2 stops

11:25 - 12:00CNS-EDI

34h 35m2 stops

£3,343Lufthansa

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Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

18:05 - 11:50GLA-CNS

31h 45m3 stops

12:35 - 08:35CNS-GLA

54h 00m3 stops

£3,609British Airways

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Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

14:05 - 11:50EDI-CNS

35h 45m3 stops

12:35 - 09:10CNS-EDI

54h 35m3 stops

£3,613British Airways

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Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

07:30 - 19:05EDI-CNS

49h 35m2 stops

15:45 - 12:35CNS-EDI

30h 50m2 stops

£6,931Qatar Airways

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Mon, 12 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

Qantas Airways flights from Scotland to Cairns

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Qantas Airways

15 Mar

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

46h 30m

2 stops

CNS22:05Cairns

19 Mar

CNS07:45Cairns

37h 50m

2 stops

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£1,242

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Qantas Airways

14 Jan

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 50m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

2 Feb

CNS17:00Cairns

36h 05m

2 stops

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£6,630

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Qantas Airways

11 Jan

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 50m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

30 Jan

CNS12:35Cairns

40h 30m

2 stops

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

£6,670

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15 Mar

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

35h 00m

2 stops

CNS11:05Cairns

19 Mar

CNS23:55Cairns

46h 40m

2 stops

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,342

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Qatar Airways

12 Jan

EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

49h 35m

2 stops

CNS19:05Cairns

4 Feb

CNS15:45Cairns

30h 50m

2 stops

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

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12 Jan

EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

35h 00m

2 stops

CNS11:05Cairns

4 Feb

CNS10:55Cairns

35h 40m

2 stops

EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

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GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 15/3

13:35-22:05

2 stops46h 30m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

07:45-11:35

2 stops37h 50m

£1,242

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

13:35-05:45

2 stops30h 10m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

09:45-11:35

3 stops35h 50m

£1,270

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/12

13:35-08:30

3 stops32h 55m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

09:45-11:35

3 stops35h 50m

£1,273

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

14:05-11:05

2 stops35h 00m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

23:55-12:35

2 stops46h 40m

£1,342

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

12:45-09:55

2 stops59h 10m

Cairns

Sun 1/2

18:35-12:00

2 stops27h 25m

£3,322

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

12:45-09:55

2 stops35h 10m

Cairns

Mon 2/2

18:35-12:00

2 stops27h 25m

£3,335

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

12:45-09:55

2 stops59h 10m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

11:25-12:00

2 stops34h 35m

£3,343

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 15/3

18:05-11:50

3 stops31h 45m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

12:35-08:35

3 stops54h 00m

£3,609

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

14:05-11:50

3 stops35h 45m

Cairns

Thu 19/3

12:35-09:10

3 stops54h 35m

£3,613

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

07:30-19:05

2 stops49h 35m

Cairns

Wed 4/2

15:45-12:35

2 stops30h 50m

£6,931

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in June, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Scotland to Cairns during March average around £1,129.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as £1,103. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Scotland because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £1,758.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Scotland to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the evening for as low as £1,252. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £1,460.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Scotland 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.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Cairns

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £873	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,507 reviews		Search Lufthansa flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,068	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 922 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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