Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cairns to London?

Flights connecting via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 26h 18m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cairns to London?

Singapore (SIN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 5h 48m.

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

Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to London

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cairns and London?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 96% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cairns to London?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average return price of $1,683.

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

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to London were last updated today.

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

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

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

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 London.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to London may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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CNS

LHR

30h 45m1 stop

10:40 - 17:20

LHR

CNS

44h 40m1 stop

$1,627Singapore Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

18:35 - 06:25

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45h 50m1 stop

10:15 - 17:00

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21h 45m1 stop

$1,651Singapore Airlines

Sun, 15 Mar - Tue, 21 Apr

18:35 - 15:20

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54h 45m1 stop

11:25 - 17:00

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CNS

20h 35m1 stop

$1,671Singapore Airlines

Sun, 15 Mar - Tue, 21 Apr

09:05 - 14:55

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39h 50m3 stops

18:30 - 05:30

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CNS

26h 00m2 stops

$1,698Multiple Airlines

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18:35 - 05:55

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45h 20m1 stop

09:25 - 17:00

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CNS

22h 35m1 stop

$1,701Singapore Airlines

Mon, 23 Mar - Tue, 21 Apr

11:25 - 08:45

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17:30 - 09:55

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30h 25m2 stops

$1,731Lufthansa

Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

06:00 - 17:30

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45h 30m2 stops

21:00 - 22:05

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CNS

39h 05m2 stops

$1,769Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

11:25 - 15:00

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16:50 - 09:55

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CNS

31h 05m1 stop

$1,820Cathay Pacific

Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

11:45 - 12:05

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STN

34h 20m2 stops

21:10 - 11:50

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CNS

29h 40m2 stops

$2,114Emirates

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15:35 - 12:05

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20:15 - 14:05

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31h 50m2 stops

$2,184Emirates

Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

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3 Feb

CNS11:25Cairns

39h 15m

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14 Mar

CNS12:35Cairns

51h 40m

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32h 20m

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4 Mar

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49h 25m

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18:35-15:20

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11:45-12:05

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21:10-11:50

2 stops29h 40m

$2,114

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CNSSTN

Cairns

Thu 5/3

15:35-12:05

2 stops30h 30m

London Stansted

Sun 8/3

20:15-14:05

2 stops31h 50m

$2,184

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to London from Cairns during March instead. Flights to London in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,722.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,809. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to London for around $2,900.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,891. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London is in the evening when prices are around $2,891.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to London flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to London flight.

How have Cairns to London flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Cairns to London flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Cairns to London takes 21h 50m

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How far is Cairns to London by plane?
London is 15126.7 km away from Cairns. 21h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to London?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to London were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to London?
As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to London.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to London?
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 London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to London may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cairns to London?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cairns to London is Singapore Airlines, representing 69% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Emirates at 11%, Cathay Pacific at 9%, and Qantas Airways at 7%.

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,441	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,411 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to London

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to London from Cairns during March instead. Flights to London in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,722.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,809. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to London for around $2,900.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,891. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London is in the evening when prices are around $2,891.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to London flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to London flight.

How have Cairns to London flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Cairns to London flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to London

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cairns and London?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 96% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cairns to London?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average return price of $1,683.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cairns to London?

Flights connecting via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 26h 18m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cairns to London?

Singapore (SIN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 5h 48m.

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