How long does it take to fly to Cairns?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Scotland, such as Edinburgh or Glasgow, and flying into Cairns, then you can expect flight times to average 39h 10m and 42h 20m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Cairns Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland 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.

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07:00 - 05:45

GLA

CNS

36h 45m3 stops

07:45 - 10:40

CNS

GLA

36h 55m3 stops

$2,133Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

13:35 - 11:00

GLA

CNS

35h 25m2 stops

06:00 - 11:35

CNS

GLA

39h 35m2 stops

$2,489Qantas Airways

Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

10:20 - 09:55

GLA

CNS

37h 35m2 stops

17:35 - 21:25

CNS

GLA

37h 50m3 stops

$2,493Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

13:35 - 17:55

GLA

CNS

42h 20m2 stops

14:35 - 11:35

CNS

GLA

31h 00m2 stops

$2,519Qantas Airways

Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

20:55 - 22:05

EDI

CNS

39h 10m2 stops

16:00 - 19:05

CNS

EDI

37h 05m2 stops

$2,522Qantas Airways

Sun, 8 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

13:35 - 17:55

GLA

CNS

42h 20m2 stops

14:35 - 11:35

CNS

GLA

31h 00m2 stops

$2,525Qantas Airways

Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

20:55 - 14:05

EDI

CNS

31h 10m2 stops

11:35 - 19:05

CNS

EDI

41h 30m2 stops

$2,932Emirates

Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

13:35 - 23:05

GLA

CNS

47h 30m2 stops

11:35 - 11:35

CNS

GLA

58h 00m2 stops

$3,023Emirates

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb

17:55 - 11:50

EDI

CNS

31h 55m3 stops

12:35 - 09:10

CNS

EDI

54h 35m3 stops

$3,262British Airways

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

17:55 - 11:50

EDI

CNS

31h 55m3 stops

12:35 - 09:10

CNS

EDI

54h 35m3 stops

$3,269British Airways

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

Qantas Airways flights from Scotland to Cairns

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Qantas Airways

1 Feb

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

35h 25m

2 stops

CNS11:00Cairns

8 Feb

CNS06:00Cairns

39h 35m

2 stops

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

$2,489

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Qantas Airways

12 Mar

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

42h 20m

2 stops

CNS17:55Cairns

16 Mar

CNS14:35Cairns

31h 00m

2 stops

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

$2,519

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Qantas Airways

8 Mar

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

39h 10m

2 stops

CNS22:05Cairns

11 Mar

CNS16:00Cairns

37h 05m

2 stops

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

$2,522

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Emirates flights from Scotland to Cairns

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Emirates

1 Feb

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 10m

2 stops

CNS14:05Cairns

8 Feb

CNS11:35Cairns

41h 30m

2 stops

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

$2,932

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Emirates

31 Jan

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

47h 30m

2 stops

CNS23:05Cairns

7 Feb

CNS11:35Cairns

58h 00m

2 stops

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

$3,023

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Emirates

31 Jan

EDI20:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

55h 10m

2 stops

CNS14:05Cairns

7 Feb

CNS11:35Cairns

41h 30m

2 stops

EDI19:05Edinburgh Turnhouse

$3,035

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07:00-05:45

3 stops36h 45m

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3 stops36h 55m

$2,133

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Sun 1/2

13:35-11:00

2 stops35h 25m

Cairns

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2 stops39h 35m

$2,489

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GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 1/2

10:20-09:55

2 stops37h 35m

Cairns

Sun 8/2

17:35-21:25

3 stops37h 50m

$2,493

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 12/3

13:35-17:55

2 stops42h 20m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

14:35-11:35

2 stops31h 00m

$2,519

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

20:55-22:05

2 stops39h 10m

Cairns

Wed 11/3

16:00-19:05

2 stops37h 05m

$2,522

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 12/3

13:35-17:55

2 stops42h 20m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

14:35-11:35

2 stops31h 00m

$2,525

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/2

20:55-14:05

2 stops31h 10m

Cairns

Sun 8/2

11:35-19:05

2 stops41h 30m

$2,932

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/1

13:35-23:05

2 stops47h 30m

Cairns

Sat 7/2

11:35-11:35

2 stops58h 00m

$3,023

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/3

17:55-11:50

3 stops31h 55m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

12:35-09:10

3 stops54h 35m

$3,262

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/3

17:55-11:50

3 stops31h 55m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

12:35-09:10

3 stops54h 35m

$3,269

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Scotland is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $2,058, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of June, then departing from Scotland during the month December is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,262.

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Fastest flight time	35h 50m
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The fastest flight from Scotland to Cairns takes 35h 50m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Cairns Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland 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.

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