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Cheap flights from Europe to Cairns from $852

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Europe to Cairns departing on 4/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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22:00 - 22:25LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
39h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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09:10 - 06:40CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
54h 30m2 stops Brisbane Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,645Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
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21:20 - 18:25LHR  London Heathrow-CNS Cairns
36h 05m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 18:40CNS  Cairns-LHR London Heathrow
56h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,669Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep
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10:30 - 08:20LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
59h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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18:05 - 14:00CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
53h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,679Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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22:00 - 22:25LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
39h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:45 - 15:00CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
41h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,698Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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22:00 - 22:25LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
39h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 19:10CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
57h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,702Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep
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21:55 - 22:25LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
39h 30m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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07:00 - 15:00CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
41h 00m2 stops Melbourne Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,713Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
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22:00 - 22:25LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
39h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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15:35 - 06:40CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
48h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,735Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep
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22:00 - 18:25LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
35h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:45 - 19:10CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
45h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,740Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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21:20 - 22:20LHR  London Heathrow-CNS Cairns
40h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Melbourne
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19:10 - 18:40CNS  Cairns-LHR London Heathrow
56h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,761Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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17:55 - 18:25LGW  London Gatwick-CNS Cairns
39h 30m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:00 - 06:40CNS  Cairns-LGW London Gatwick
33h 40m2 stops Brisbane Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,783Multiple Airlines
Sun, 13 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

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Qatar Airways flights from Europe to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Europe to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
5 Sept
LHR09:30London Heathrow
28h 50m
2 stops
CNS23:20Cairns
19 Sept
CNS21:00Cairns
42h 25m
2 stops
LHR06:25London Heathrow
$2,153
Qatar Airways
5 Nov
FRA09:15Frankfurt am Main
48h 50m
2 stops
CNS19:05Cairns
9 Nov
CNS19:50Cairns
50h 30m
2 stops
FRA13:20Frankfurt am Main
$2,168
Qatar Airways
31 Dec
VIE09:00Vienna Intl
29h 55m
2 stops
CNS23:55Cairns
21 Jan
CNS19:50Cairns
50h 20m
2 stops
VIE13:10Vienna Intl
$2,187

Qantas Airways flights from Europe to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Europe to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
19 Oct
MAD22:10Madrid Barajas
40h 30m
2 stops
CNS22:40Cairns
26 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
39h 40m
2 stops
MAD12:40Madrid Barajas
$2,338
Qantas Airways
15 Oct
FRA22:20Frankfurt am Main
37h 30m
2 stops
CNS19:50Cairns
29 Oct
CNS09:45Cairns
36h 00m
2 stops
FRA12:45Frankfurt am Main
$2,340
Qantas Airways
7 Oct
MAD22:10Madrid Barajas
35h 15m
2 stops
CNS17:25Cairns
7 Nov
CNS09:40Cairns
36h 00m
2 stops
MAD12:40Madrid Barajas
$2,385

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Europe to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2026.
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LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sat 5/9

22:00-22:25

2 stops39h 25m

Cairns

Mon 21/9

09:10-06:40

2 stops54h 30m

$1,645

LondonCairns

LHR London Heathrow - CNS Cairns

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 1/9

21:20-18:25

2 stops36h 05m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

19:10-18:40

2 stops56h 30m

$1,669

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Thu 5/11

10:30-08:20

2 stops59h 50m

Cairns

Sat 21/11

18:05-14:00

2 stops53h 55m

$1,679

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

22:00-22:25

2 stops39h 25m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

06:45-15:00

2 stops41h 15m

$1,698

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

22:00-22:25

2 stops39h 25m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

19:10-19:10

2 stops57h 00m

$1,702

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Thu 10/9

21:55-22:25

2 stops39h 30m

Cairns

Sat 10/10

07:00-15:00

2 stops41h 00m

$1,713

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

22:00-22:25

2 stops39h 25m

Cairns

Tue 8/9

15:35-06:40

2 stops48h 05m

$1,735

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Wed 2/9

22:00-18:25

2 stops35h 25m

Cairns

Wed 16/9

06:45-19:10

2 stops45h 25m

$1,740

LondonCairns

LHR London Heathrow - CNS Cairns

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 1/9

21:20-22:20

2 stops40h 00m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

19:10-18:40

2 stops56h 30m

$1,761
Fastest return journey

LondonCairns

LGW London Gatwick - CNS Cairns

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 13/9

17:55-18:25

2 stops39h 30m

Cairns

Tue 29/9

06:00-06:40

2 stops33h 40m

$1,783

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Europe is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $2,245, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of February, then departing from Europe during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,369.

Can stopping save me money on Europe to Cairns flights?

You could potentially save up to 45% on your flight if you consider stops on a Europe to Cairns flight.

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Fastest flight time

13h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Europe to Cairns takes 13h 20m
There are no direct flights from Europe to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Europe to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Europe to Cairns

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

    Prices for flights from Europe to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Cairns 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 Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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