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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14:55 - 15:55

MAN

CNS

40h 00m

2 stops

19:15 - 06:20

CNS

MAN

44h 05m

2 stops

$1,923Qatar Airways

Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun

08:25 - 22:05

MAN

CNS

27h 40m

2 stops

06:40 - 10:10

CNS

MAN

37h 30m

3 stops

$2,154Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

17:45 - 17:20

MAN

CNS

37h 35m

2 stops

18:35 - 22:30

CNS

MAN

37h 55m

2 stops

$2,174Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

11:10 - 16:55

MAN

CNS

44h 45m

2 stops

12:35 - 07:55

CNS

MAN

52h 20m

2 stops

$2,247Cathay Pacific

Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

16:50 - 17:30

MAN

CNS

62h 40m

3 stops

09:45 - 09:50

CNS

MAN

34h 05m

3 stops

$2,320Multiple Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

10:25 - 10:45

MAN

CNS

38h 20m

2 stops

11:35 - 07:55

CNS

MAN

54h 20m

2 stops

$2,327Cathay Pacific

Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

11:10 - 16:55

MAN

CNS

44h 45m

2 stops

12:35 - 07:55

CNS

MAN

52h 20m

2 stops

$2,431Cathay Pacific

Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr

20:40 - 10:45

MAN

CNS

28h 05m

2 stops

11:35 - 18:35

CNS

MAN

41h 00m

2 stops

$2,494Emirates

Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

17:35 - 09:45

MAN

CNS

31h 10m

3 stops

10:15 - 22:25

CNS

MAN

45h 10m

3 stops

$2,500Multiple Airlines

Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun

08:50 - 10:45

MAN

CNS

39h 55m

2 stops

11:35 - 18:35

CNS

MAN

41h 00m

2 stops

$2,505Emirates

Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

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4 June

MAN14:55Manchester

40h 00m

2 stops

CNS15:55Cairns

25 June

CNS19:15Cairns

44h 05m

2 stops

MAN06:20Manchester

$1,923

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9 July

MAN08:05Manchester

41h 00m

2 stops

CNS10:05Cairns

24 July

CNS12:10Cairns

58h 00m

2 stops

MAN13:10Manchester

$2,553

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2 Apr

MAN08:05Manchester

30h 15m

2 stops

CNS23:20Cairns

4 Apr

CNS09:20Cairns

30h 00m

2 stops

MAN06:20Manchester

$2,785

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Cathay Pacific

3 Apr

MAN11:10Manchester

44h 45m

2 stops

CNS16:55Cairns

21 Apr

CNS12:35Cairns

52h 20m

2 stops

MAN07:55Manchester

$2,247

Cathay Pacific

8 Mar

MAN10:25Manchester

38h 20m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

12 Mar

CNS11:35Cairns

54h 20m

2 stops

MAN07:55Manchester

$2,327

Cathay Pacific

3 Apr

MAN11:10Manchester

44h 45m

2 stops

CNS16:55Cairns

21 Apr

CNS12:35Cairns

52h 20m

2 stops

MAN07:55Manchester

$2,431

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MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 4/6

14:55-15:55

2 stops40h 00m

Cairns

Thu 25/6

19:15-06:20

2 stops44h 05m

$1,923

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 18/3

08:25-22:05

2 stops27h 40m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

06:40-10:10

3 stops37h 30m

$2,154

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 18/3

17:45-17:20

2 stops37h 35m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

18:35-22:30

2 stops37h 55m

$2,174

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-16:55

2 stops44h 45m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-07:55

2 stops52h 20m

$2,247

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 18/3

16:50-17:30

3 stops62h 40m

Cairns

Wed 25/3

09:45-09:50

3 stops34h 05m

$2,320

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 8/3

10:25-10:45

2 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

11:35-07:55

2 stops54h 20m

$2,327

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-16:55

2 stops44h 45m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-07:55

2 stops52h 20m

$2,431

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 8/3

20:40-10:45

2 stops28h 05m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

11:35-18:35

2 stops41h 00m

$2,494

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 4/6

17:35-09:45

3 stops31h 10m

Cairns

Thu 25/6

10:15-22:25

3 stops45h 10m

$2,500

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 8/3

08:50-10:45

2 stops39h 55m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

11:35-18:35

2 stops41h 00m

$2,505

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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 $2,013, 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 $2,081.

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 $2,503 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 $1,842 on momondo.

How have Manchester to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Manchester to Cairns flights are approximately 11% 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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Fastest flight time	31h 20m
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The fastest flight from Manchester to Cairns takes 31h 20m

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 31h 20m.
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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