How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in England, such as London or Manchester, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 28h 11m and 38h 40m, respectively.

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

China Southern is the most popular carrier operating from England to Cairns

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from England 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 England to Cairns Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport 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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17:00 - 17:45LGW-CNS

38h 45m2 stops

06:00 - 06:30CNS-LGW

34h 30m2 stops

$1,607

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Sun, 2 Nov - Wed, 5 Nov

10:30 - 17:15LGW-CNS

44h 45m2 stops

06:00 - 06:30CNS-LGW

34h 30m2 stops

$1,638

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

21:00 - 22:05LHR-CNS

39h 05m2 stops

06:00 - 17:30CNS-LHR

45h 30m2 stops

$1,672

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Sun, 2 Nov - Wed, 5 Nov

22:10 - 10:35LHR-CNS

51h 25m2 stops

11:15 - 19:15CNS-LHR

65h 00m2 stops

$1,973China Southern

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Sun, 19 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct

20:15 - 16:50LHR-CNS

34h 35m2 stops

14:50 - 15:00CNS-LHR

34h 10m2 stops

$1,983Cathay Pacific

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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov

16:50 - 16:50LHR-CNS

38h 00m2 stops

11:35 - 15:00CNS-LHR

37h 25m2 stops

$1,988Cathay Pacific

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Wed, 5 Nov - Thu, 20 Nov

19:30 - 10:30LHR-CNS

53h 00m2 stops

12:00 - 07:45CNS-LHR

29h 45m2 stops

$2,005Lufthansa

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Sat, 3 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

22:10 - 13:45LHR-CNS

30h 35m2 stops

13:40 - 19:00CNS-LHR

38h 20m2 stops

$2,126China Southern

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Sun, 14 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

13:20 - 10:30LCY-CNS

35h 10m2 stops

18:35 - 08:35CNS-LCY

24h 00m2 stops

$2,194SWISS

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Sun, 4 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

17:45 - 17:20LCY-CNS

37h 35m2 stops

18:35 - 11:40CNS-LCY

27h 05m2 stops

$3,201SWISS

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Fri, 26 Dec - Fri, 16 Jan

Cathay Pacific flights from England to Cairns

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Cathay Pacific

27 Oct

LHR20:15London Heathrow

34h 35m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

10 Nov

CNS14:50Cairns

34h 10m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

$1,983

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Cathay Pacific

5 Nov

LHR16:50London Heathrow

38h 00m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

20 Nov

CNS11:35Cairns

37h 25m

2 stops

LHR15:00London Heathrow

$1,988

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Cathay Pacific

19 Oct

LHR22:15London Heathrow

33h 35m

2 stops

CNS16:50Cairns

18 Nov

CNS14:50Cairns

39h 20m

2 stops

LHR20:10London Heathrow

$2,089

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Emirates flights from England to Cairns

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Emirates

14 Sept

STN14:55London Stansted

33h 35m

2 stops

CNS09:30Cairns

24 Sept

CNS10:10Cairns

35h 45m

2 stops

STN12:55London Stansted

$2,551

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Emirates

2 Nov

STN20:15London Stansted

28h 30m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

5 Nov

CNS09:20Cairns

36h 45m

2 stops

STN12:05London Stansted

$2,573

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Emirates

10 Sept

STN14:55London Stansted

45h 00m

2 stops

CNS20:55Cairns

17 Sept

CNS10:10Cairns

35h 45m

2 stops

STN12:55London Stansted

$2,674

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LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 2/11

17:00-17:45

2 stops38h 45m

Cairns

Wed 5/11

06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

$1,607

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

10:30-17:15

2 stops44h 45m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

$1,638

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 2/11

21:00-22:05

2 stops39h 05m

Cairns

Wed 5/11

06:00-17:30

2 stops45h 30m

$1,672

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 19/10

22:10-10:35

2 stops51h 25m

Cairns

Sat 25/10

11:15-19:15

2 stops65h 00m

$1,973

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

20:15-16:50

2 stops34h 35m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

14:50-15:00

2 stops34h 10m

$1,983

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

16:50-16:50

2 stops38h 00m

Cairns

Thu 20/11

11:35-15:00

2 stops37h 25m

$1,988

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 3/1

19:30-10:30

2 stops53h 00m

Cairns

Sat 31/1

12:00-07:45

2 stops29h 45m

$2,005

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 14/9

22:10-13:45

2 stops30h 35m

Cairns

Wed 24/9

13:40-19:00

2 stops38h 20m

$2,126

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Sun 4/1

13:20-10:30

2 stops35h 10m

Cairns

Wed 4/2

18:35-08:35

2 stops24h 00m

$2,194

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Fri 26/12

17:45-17:20

2 stops37h 35m

Cairns

Fri 16/1

18:35-11:40

2 stops27h 05m

$3,201

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from England to Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from England is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $2,092, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of May, then departing from England during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,115.

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

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from England. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $2,040. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $2,294. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from England to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $950. Flying to Cairns in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $2,039 on average. Flights to Cairns from England in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from England when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $2,542 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from England for as low as $2,215 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on England to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a England to Cairns flight.

Cheap England to Cairns flight deals and tips

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

Best price found	$872
Fastest flight time	20h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cairns	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cairns from England in the past 72 hours is $872. The best return flight deal from England to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,607.

The fastest flight from England to Cairns takes 20h 35m

There are no direct flights from England to Cairns. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are London Heathrow Airport - Cairns Airport, London Gatwick Airport - Cairns Airport and London Stansted Airport - Cairns Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from England to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from England to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from England 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 England to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport 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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