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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns from $1,043

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Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 05:30
MAN
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CNS
31h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 09:35
CNS
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MAN
31h 35m
3 stops
$2,177Multiple Airlines
Tue, 23 Jun - Mon, 21 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
21:20 - 11:15
MAN
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CNS
28h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:35 - 19:15
CNS
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MAN
36h 40m
2 stops
$2,200Qantas Airways
Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 15 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
21:20 - 11:15
MAN
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CNS
28h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 19:15
CNS
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MAN
34h 35m
2 stops
$2,236Qantas Airways
Tue, 23 Jun - Mon, 21 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
14:05 - 11:15
MAN
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CNS
36h 10m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 19:15
CNS
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MAN
34h 35m
2 stops
$2,261Qantas Airways
Tue, 23 Jun - Mon, 21 Sep
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14:55 - 11:25
MAN
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CNS
35h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 20:00
CNS
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MAN
60h 25m
2 stops
$2,264Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Fri, 15 May
Qantas Airways Logo
14:05 - 11:15
MAN
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CNS
36h 10m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
15:45 - 19:15
CNS
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MAN
36h 30m
2 stops
$2,294Qantas Airways
Sat, 2 May - Sat, 16 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:30 - 18:25
MAN
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CNS
57h 55m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 09:35
CNS
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MAN
31h 35m
3 stops
$2,357Multiple Airlines
Tue, 23 Jun - Mon, 21 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:15 - 09:45
MAN
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CNS
40h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 20:00
CNS
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MAN
42h 00m
2 stops
$2,382Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 May - Tue, 16 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:30 - 18:25
MAN
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CNS
57h 55m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 09:35
CNS
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MAN
31h 35m
3 stops
$2,396Multiple Airlines
Tue, 23 Jun - Mon, 21 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:30 - 09:20
MAN
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CNS
48h 50m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 22:25
CNS
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MAN
39h 50m
3 stops
$2,398Multiple Airlines
Tue, 16 Jun - Tue, 15 Sep

Qantas Airways flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
16 June
MAN21:20Manchester
28h 55m
2 stops
CNS11:15Cairns
15 Sept
CNS15:35Cairns
36h 40m
2 stops
MAN19:15Manchester
$2,200
Qantas Airways
23 June
MAN21:20Manchester
28h 55m
2 stops
CNS11:15Cairns
21 Sept
CNS17:40Cairns
34h 35m
2 stops
MAN19:15Manchester
$2,236
Qantas Airways
23 June
MAN14:05Manchester
36h 10m
2 stops
CNS11:15Cairns
21 Sept
CNS17:40Cairns
34h 35m
2 stops
MAN19:15Manchester
$2,261

Emirates flights from Manchester to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Manchester to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
3 Apr
MAN21:20Manchester
29h 30m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
21 Apr
CNS12:35Cairns
39h 40m
2 stops
MAN19:15Manchester
$2,495
Emirates
21 June
MAN14:05Manchester
36h 45m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
23 Sept
CNS18:20Cairns
46h 25m
2 stops
MAN07:45Manchester
$2,508
Emirates
11 May
MAN21:20Manchester
29h 30m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
18 May
CNS06:00Cairns
46h 15m
2 stops
MAN19:15Manchester
$2,524

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 29 March 2026.
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ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 23/6

13:10-05:30

2 stops31h 20m

Cairns

Mon 21/9

11:00-09:35

3 stops31h 35m

$2,177

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 16/6

21:20-11:15

2 stops28h 55m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

15:35-19:15

2 stops36h 40m

$2,200

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 23/6

21:20-11:15

2 stops28h 55m

Cairns

Mon 21/9

17:40-19:15

2 stops34h 35m

$2,236

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 23/6

14:05-11:15

2 stops36h 10m

Cairns

Mon 21/9

17:40-19:15

2 stops34h 35m

$2,261

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 8/5

14:55-11:25

2 stops35h 30m

Cairns

Fri 15/5

16:35-20:00

2 stops60h 25m

$2,264

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 2/5

14:05-11:15

2 stops36h 10m

Cairns

Sat 16/5

15:45-19:15

2 stops36h 30m

$2,294

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 23/6

23:30-18:25

3 stops57h 55m

Cairns

Mon 21/9

11:00-09:35

3 stops31h 35m

$2,357

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 19/5

08:15-09:45

2 stops40h 30m

Cairns

Tue 16/6

11:00-20:00

2 stops42h 00m

$2,382

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 23/6

23:30-18:25

3 stops57h 55m

Cairns

Mon 21/9

11:00-09:35

3 stops31h 35m

$2,396

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 16/6

23:30-09:20

3 stops48h 50m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

15:35-22:25

3 stops39h 50m

$2,398

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Cairns

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Manchester is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $2,040, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of November, then departing from Manchester during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,076.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $2,529 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 Manchester for as low as $1,867 on momondo.

How have Manchester to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Manchester to Cairns flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Manchester to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Manchester to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Manchester to Cairns (MAN to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

30h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Manchester to Cairns takes 30h 25m
There are no direct flights from Manchester to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to Cairns.
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  • How far is Manchester to Cairns by plane?

    There are 15088.6 km between Manchester and Cairns. By plane, this route typically takes 30h 25m.

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

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

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

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Yes. All flights to Cairns from Manchester on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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