Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from $2,719

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:55 - 08:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
39h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 12:35CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
50h 45m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,719Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 22:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
39h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
47h 05m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
$2,790Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 15:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
32h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 11:25CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
$2,834Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 15:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
32h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 11:25CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 35m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
$2,837Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 11:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
28h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:35 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
34h 30m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl
$2,858Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
22:00 - 19:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
36h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 25m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
$2,908Qantas Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:10 - 14:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
62h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:10 - 13:40CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 30m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
$2,954Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 08:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
60h 35m3 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 15:20CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
55h 15m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi Istanbul
$3,031Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 21:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
67h 30m3 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 16:00CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
37h 25m3 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi Istanbul
$3,041Multiple Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:55 - 10:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
35h 40m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Singapore Changi Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 22:40CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
40h 50m3 stops Melbourne Istanbul London Stansted
$3,050Multiple Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
4 Oct
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
28h 55m
2 stops
CNS11:55Cairns
11 Oct
CNS18:55Cairns
34h 10m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
$3,487
Emirates
3 Oct
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
52h 55m
2 stops
CNS11:55Cairns
10 Oct
CNS11:35Cairns
41h 30m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
$3,721
Emirates
7 Oct
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
51h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:50Cairns
14 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
47h 05m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
$4,716

momondo Fare Finder

 
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

07:55-08:30

2 stops39h 35m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

19:50-12:35

2 stops50h 45m

$2,719

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-22:45

2 stops39h 45m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

06:00-20:05

2 stops47h 05m

$2,790

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-15:00

2 stops32h 00m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

06:50-11:25

3 stops37h 35m

$2,834

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-15:00

2 stops32h 00m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

06:50-11:25

3 stops37h 35m

$2,837
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-11:15

2 stops28h 15m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

18:35-20:05

2 stops34h 30m

$2,858

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

17:40-20:05

2 stops35h 25m

$2,908

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/10

15:10-14:25

2 stops62h 15m

Cairns

Mon 12/10

09:10-13:40

2 stops37h 30m

$2,954

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

10:45-08:20

3 stops60h 35m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

18:05-15:20

3 stops55h 15m

$3,031

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 5/10

17:00-21:30

3 stops67h 30m

Cairns

Mon 12/10

11:35-16:00

3 stops37h 25m

$3,041

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

13:55-10:35

3 stops35h 40m

Cairns

Mon 5/10

14:50-22:40

3 stops40h 50m

$3,050

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Sorted by cheapest first

See travel insights to Cairns from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Cairns

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 typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Cairns?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $2,645 to $3,068.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $2,719.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Edinburgh is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of March, then departing from Edinburgh during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $0.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Edinburgh to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
Estimated return price

Cheap Edinburgh to Cairns (EDI to CNS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Edinburgh to Cairns

Best price found

$2,719

Fastest flight time

32h 00m

Direct flights

None
The best flight deal from Edinburgh to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,719
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 32h 00m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    Cairns is 14938.6 km away from Edinburgh Turnhouse. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 32h 00m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport 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 Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Travelling to a place near Cairns?

Book flights to Cairns if you plan to visit one of these locations
Port Douglas
Palm Cove
Mission Beach
Trinity Beach

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Edinburgh to Cairns?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Edinburgh to Cairns. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Edinburgh to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Edinburgh to Cairns with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Edinburgh to Cairns?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Edinburgh to Cairns.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairns right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Edinburgh to Cairns flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

An easier way to manage your Cairns trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Tue 22/9
Tue 29/9
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Australia