Which airlines fly to Europe?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Europe from Cairns according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 86% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Europe. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Europe?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Europe

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Europe are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Europe?

There are 6 operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Europe as of December 2025.

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

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 stopovers 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 Cairns Airport to Europe.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Europe?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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09:45 - 14:15

CNS

BRU

37h 30m3 stops

15:15 - 05:45

BRU

CNS

29h 30m2 stops

$1,433Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

11:25 - 06:30

CNS

AMS

28h 05m1 stop

12:30 - 09:55

AMS

CNS

36h 25m1 stop

$1,610Cathay Pacific

Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

12:05 - 14:00

CNS

LGW

35h 55m2 stops

10:30 - 08:30

LGW

CNS

60h 00m3 stops

$1,629Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

18:35 - 07:30

CNS

CDG

21h 55m1 stop

10:20 - 17:20

CDG

CNS

46h 00m1 stop

$1,666Singapore Airlines

Sun, 18 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan

18:15 - 15:45

CNS

LHR

54h 30m1 stop

09:25 - 17:00

LHR

CNS

22h 35m1 stop

$1,681Singapore Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

19:15 - 14:05

CNS

CDG

51h 50m3 stops

13:25 - 05:45

CDG

CNS

31h 20m3 stops

$2,154KLM

Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

11:35 - 17:55

CNS

STN

40h 20m2 stops

14:05 - 10:45

STN

CNS

34h 40m2 stops

$2,176Emirates

Tue, 13 Jan - Sat, 28 Feb

09:20 - 12:05

CNS

STN

36h 45m2 stops

20:15 - 10:45

STN

CNS

28h 30m2 stops

$2,188Emirates

Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

09:20 - 14:40

CNS

BRU

37h 20m2 stops

16:10 - 23:20

BRU

CNS

47h 10m2 stops

$2,291Qatar Airways

Thu, 21 May - Mon, 25 May

09:20 - 14:40

CNS

BRU

37h 20m2 stops

16:10 - 23:20

BRU

CNS

47h 10m2 stops

$2,300Qatar Airways

Thu, 21 May - Mon, 25 May

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Europe

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Qantas Airways

13 Mar

CNS14:50Cairns

30h 55m

2 stops

FRA12:45Frankfurt am Main

15 Mar

FRA21:10Frankfurt am Main

28h 35m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

$2,143

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Qantas Airways

14 Mar

CNS17:00Cairns

47h 15m

1 stop

LHR06:15London Heathrow

2 Apr

LHR20:50London Heathrow

35h 05m

2 stops

CNS16:55Cairns

$2,275

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Qantas Airways

5 Feb

CNS11:45Cairns

27h 20m

2 stops

LHR05:05London Heathrow

9 Feb

LHR20:10London Heathrow

31h 55m

2 stops

CNS14:05Cairns

$2,279

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Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to Europe

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Cathay Pacific

22 Jan

CNS11:25Cairns

28h 05m

1 stop

AMS06:30Amsterdam Schiphol

27 Jan

AMS12:30Amsterdam Schiphol

36h 25m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

$1,610

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Cathay Pacific

15 Jan

CNS11:25Cairns

37h 35m

1 stop

LHR15:00London Heathrow

22 Jan

LHR17:50London Heathrow

30h 05m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

$2,006

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Cathay Pacific

15 Jan

CNS11:25Cairns

28h 40m

1 stop

FRA07:05Frankfurt am Main

20 Jan

FRA12:05Frankfurt am Main

36h 50m

1 stop

CNS09:55Cairns

$2,009

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CNS - BRU

CNSBRU

Cairns

Sun 1/2

09:45-14:15

3 stops37h 30m

Brussels Bruxelles-National

Sun 8/2

15:15-05:45

2 stops29h 30m

$1,433

CairnsAmsterdam

CNS - AMS

CNSAMS

Cairns

Thu 22/1

11:25-06:30

1 stop28h 05m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 27/1

12:30-09:55

1 stop36h 25m

$1,610

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Sat 31/1

12:05-14:00

2 stops35h 55m

London Gatwick

Sat 7/2

10:30-08:30

3 stops60h 00m

$1,629

CairnsParis

CNS - CDG

CNSCDG

Cairns

Sun 18/1

18:35-07:30

1 stop21h 55m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 28/1

10:20-17:20

1 stop46h 00m

$1,666

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Mon 1/6

18:15-15:45

1 stop54h 30m

London Heathrow

Sun 21/6

09:25-17:00

1 stop22h 35m

$1,681

CairnsParis

CNS - CDG

CNSCDG

Cairns

Fri 30/1

19:15-14:05

3 stops51h 50m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 6/2

13:25-05:45

3 stops31h 20m

$2,154

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Tue 13/1

11:35-17:55

2 stops40h 20m

London Stansted

Sat 28/2

14:05-10:45

2 stops34h 40m

$2,176

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Thu 5/3

09:20-12:05

2 stops36h 45m

London Stansted

Sun 8/3

20:15-10:45

2 stops28h 30m

$2,188

CairnsBrussels

CNS - BRU

CNSBRU

Cairns

Thu 21/5

09:20-14:40

2 stops37h 20m

Brussels Bruxelles-National

Mon 25/5

16:10-23:20

2 stops47h 10m

$2,291

CairnsBrussels

CNS - BRU

CNSBRU

Cairns

Thu 21/5

09:20-14:40

2 stops37h 20m

Brussels Bruxelles-National

Mon 25/5

16:10-23:20

2 stops47h 10m

$2,300

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Europe?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Europe from Cairns, with most prices found around $1,637. If you aren’t able to travel to Europe during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,783.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Europe?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Europe is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,813. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Cairns to Europe on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,906. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Europe is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,895. Flights to Europe are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,897. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Europe flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to Europe flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 45m
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The fastest flight from Cairns to Europe takes 20h 45m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Europe?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Europe are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Europe?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Cairns Airport to Europe as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Europe?
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 stopovers 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 Cairns Airport to Europe.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Europe?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Europe

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,444	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,413 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,755	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,829	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,635 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $2,034	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $2,329	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,440 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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