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Cheap flights from Scotland to Cairns from £1,186

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Scotland to Cairns departing on 27/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 11:50
EDI
-
CNS
57h 55m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 15:55
CNS
-
EDI
36h 20m
3 stops
£1,186Multiple Airlines
Mon, 27 Apr - Mon, 4 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 09:45
GLA
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CNS
34h 05m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 12:40
CNS
-
GLA
52h 00m
2 stops
£1,228Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
Qantas Airways Logo
14:40 - 13:40
GLA
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CNS
38h 00m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 12:40
CNS
-
GLA
39h 40m
2 stops
£1,231Qantas Airways
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
Qatar Airways Logo
07:55 - 23:20
EDI
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CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 06:25
CNS
-
EDI
28h 55m
2 stops
£1,238Qatar Airways
Mon, 27 Apr - Mon, 4 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 09:45
GLA
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CNS
34h 05m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 12:40
CNS
-
GLA
34h 40m
3 stops
£1,248Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
Qantas Airways Logo
14:40 - 09:20
GLA
-
CNS
33h 40m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:35 - 12:40
CNS
-
GLA
30h 05m
2 stops
£1,281Qantas Airways
Sun, 31 May - Thu, 4 Jun
Emirates Logo
14:40 - 22:45
GLA
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CNS
47h 05m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 12:40
CNS
-
GLA
57h 05m
2 stops
£1,281Emirates
Sun, 31 May - Thu, 4 Jun
Emirates Logo
14:40 - 16:55
GLA
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CNS
41h 15m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 12:40
CNS
-
GLA
33h 05m
2 stops
£1,285Emirates
Sun, 31 May - Thu, 4 Jun
Emirates Logo
14:40 - 19:30
GLA
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CNS
43h 50m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 12:40
CNS
-
GLA
33h 05m
2 stops
£1,288Emirates
Sun, 31 May - Thu, 4 Jun
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 15:55
EDI
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CNS
45h 55m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
19:15 - 07:20
CNS
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EDI
45h 05m
3 stops
£2,217Air Canada
Thu, 4 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

Qantas Airways flights from Scotland to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Scotland to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
14 May
GLA14:40Glasgow Intl
38h 00m
2 stops
CNS13:40Cairns
21 May
CNS06:00Cairns
39h 40m
2 stops
GLA12:40Glasgow Intl
£1,231
Qantas Airways
31 May
GLA14:40Glasgow Intl
33h 40m
2 stops
CNS09:20Cairns
4 Jun
CNS15:35Cairns
30h 05m
2 stops
GLA12:40Glasgow Intl
£1,281
Qantas Airways
4 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 20m
2 stops
CNS14:20Cairns
8 Jun
CNS06:00Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,290

Air Canada flights from Scotland to Cairns

Our best Air Canada deals on Scotland to Cairns flight tickets
Air Canada
4 Jun
EDI09:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
45h 55m
3 stops
CNS15:55Cairns
8 Jun
CNS19:15Cairns
45h 05m
3 stops
EDI07:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£2,217
Air Canada
4 Jun
EDI09:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
45h 55m
3 stops
CNS15:55Cairns
8 Jun
CNS19:15Cairns
45h 05m
3 stops
EDI07:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£2,223

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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/4

16:55-11:50

3 stops57h 55m

Cairns

Mon 4/5

12:35-15:55

3 stops36h 20m

£1,186

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 14/5

14:40-09:45

3 stops34h 05m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

17:40-12:40

2 stops52h 00m

£1,228

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 14/5

14:40-13:40

2 stops38h 00m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

06:00-12:40

2 stops39h 40m

£1,231
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/4

07:55-23:20

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Mon 4/5

10:30-06:25

2 stops28h 55m

£1,238

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 14/5

14:40-09:45

3 stops34h 05m

Cairns

Thu 21/5

11:00-12:40

3 stops34h 40m

£1,248

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 31/5

14:40-09:20

2 stops33h 40m

Cairns

Thu 4/6

15:35-12:40

2 stops30h 05m

£1,281

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 31/5

14:40-22:45

2 stops47h 05m

Cairns

Thu 4/6

12:35-12:40

2 stops57h 05m

£1,281

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 31/5

14:40-16:55

2 stops41h 15m

Cairns

Thu 4/6

12:35-12:40

2 stops33h 05m

£1,285

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 31/5

14:40-19:30

2 stops43h 50m

Cairns

Thu 4/6

12:35-12:40

2 stops33h 05m

£1,288

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

09:00-15:55

3 stops45h 55m

Cairns

Mon 8/6

19:15-07:20

3 stops45h 05m

£2,217

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Scotland to Cairns

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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 31h 20m on average. Another popular route from Scotland to Cairns is flying from Glasgow to Cairns, which will take roughly 32h 50m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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Fastest flight time

32h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Scotland to Cairns takes 32h 50m
There are no direct flights from Scotland to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Scotland to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to Cairns

  • 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?

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
LufthansaPriceFrom £882Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,883 reviews
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