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

Port Moresby (POM) was the most common stop: 80% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to Manila?

Air Niugini, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Manila from Cairns according to our data. Air Niugini is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Manila. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Manila on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average return price of $695.

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

Hong Kong (HKG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 53m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl?

Singapore Airlines and Air Niugini are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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

Flights connecting via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 10m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport are updated daily.

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As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl 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 licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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19:15 - 05:20CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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03:45 - 05:45MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

24h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$722Multiple Airlines

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19:15 - 05:20CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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24h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$740Multiple Airlines

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09:30 - 20:15CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

12h 45m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

21:25 - 11:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

11h 35m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

$766Air Niugini

Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

19:15 - 05:20CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

12h 05m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

03:45 - 05:45MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

24h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$772Multiple Airlines

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18:20 - 22:50CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

30h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

12:45 - 17:15MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

26h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

$804Singapore Airlines

Fri, 26 Feb - Fri, 5 Mar

09:30 - 20:15CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

12h 45m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

21:25 - 11:00MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

11h 35m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

$809Air Niugini

Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb

11:40 - 09:40CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

48h 00m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl

05:45 - 10:55MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

27h 10m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

$1,378Cathay Pacific

Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

13:50 - 16:35CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

28h 45m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl

05:45 - 10:55MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

27h 10m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

$1,428Cathay Pacific

Tue, 10 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

09:15 - 20:20CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

13h 05m1 stop Brisbane

21:35 - 22:40MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

23h 05m1 stop Brisbane

$1,689Qantas Airways

Tue, 10 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

06:50 - 20:20CNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

15h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

21:35 - 19:15MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

19h 40m1 stop Brisbane

$1,733Qantas Airways

Fri, 6 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

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Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to Manila

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Singapore Airlines

26 Feb

CNS18:20Cairns

30h 30m

1 stop

MNL22:50Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

5 Mar

MNL12:45Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

26h 30m

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CNS17:15Cairns

$804

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4 Mar

CNS18:20Cairns

20h 30m

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MNL12:50Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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26h 30m

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CNS17:15Cairns

$955

Air Niugini flights from Cairns to Manila

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22 Jan

CNS09:30Cairns

12h 45m

1 stop

MNL20:15Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

21 Feb

MNL21:25Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

11h 35m

1 stop

CNS11:00Cairns

$766

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22 Jan

CNS09:30Cairns

12h 45m

1 stop

MNL20:15Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

21 Feb

MNL21:25Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

11h 35m

1 stop

CNS11:00Cairns

$812

Air Niugini

15 Jan

CNS09:30Cairns

12h 45m

1 stop

MNL20:15Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

12 Feb

MNL21:25Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

11h 35m

1 stop

CNS11:00Cairns

$817

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21:25-11:00

1 stop11h 35m

$766

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19:15-05:20

1 stop12h 05m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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1 stop24h 00m

$772

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18:20-22:50

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12:45-17:15

1 stop26h 30m

$804

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CNS Cairns - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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Fri 22/1

09:30-20:15

1 stop12h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 21/2

21:25-11:00

1 stop11h 35m

$809

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CNS Cairns - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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11:40-09:40

2 stops48h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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05:45-10:55

2 stops27h 10m

$1,378

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CNS Cairns - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

CNSMNL

Cairns

Tue 10/11

13:50-16:35

2 stops28h 45m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 19/11

05:45-10:55

2 stops27h 10m

$1,428

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CNS Cairns - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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09:15-20:20

1 stop13h 05m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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21:35-22:40

1 stop23h 05m

$1,689

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CNS Cairns - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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Fri 6/11

06:50-20:20

2 stops15h 30m

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Tue 17/11

21:35-19:15

1 stop19h 40m

$1,733

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Manila?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,013 to $1,189.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $722.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Manila?

The cheapest month to fly to Manila from Cairns is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $809, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Manila in April, then you should wait until January to fly from Cairns, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $837.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Manila?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Manila from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Manila for around $1,041 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Manila from Cairns for as low as $824 on momondo.

How have Cairns to Manila flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Cairns to Manila flights are approximately 53% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	$439
Fastest flight time	7h 30m
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Airports in Manila	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Manila from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $439. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Manila found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $722.

The fastest flight from Cairns to Manila takes 7h 30m

Direct flights go from Cairns to Manila on Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Manila. From Cairns there are direct flights to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

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How far is Cairns to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl by plane?
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl is 4434.0 km away from Cairns. By plane, this route typically takes 7h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl 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 licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl 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 Cairns to Manila?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairns and Manila, the leading airline is Air Niugini, making up 58% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Singapore Airlines with 19%, Qantas Airways with 15%, and Cathay Pacific with 8%.

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Air Niugini	PriceFrom $642	Free cancellation	Rating 4.0 4 reviews	Search Air Niugini flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $695	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,471 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $776	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,593 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $878	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,089 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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