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Cheap flights from the Philippines to Cairns from $339

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — CNS
18 Mar — 25 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Philippines to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Philippines to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philippines to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 February 2026.

Wed 1/421:25
MNL
-
CNS
1 stop19h 05m
Air Niugini
Wed 8/407:00
CNS
-
MNL
1 stop15h 00m
Air Niugini
Deal found 15/2$774
Thu 29/1023:05
MNL
-
CNS
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1115:45
CNS
-
MNL
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$927
Sun 1/317:45
MNL
-
CNS
2 stops36h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 21/312:35
CNS
-
MNL
2 stops36h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 14/2$959
Wed 1/404:05
MNL
-
CNS
2 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/407:00
CNS
-
MNL
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2$982
Sat 28/200:20
MNL
-
CNS
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/312:15
CNS
-
MNL
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$1,013
Tue 31/304:05
MNL
-
CNS
3 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/409:10
CNS
-
MNL
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$1,026
Fri 13/320:15
CEB
-
CNS
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/319:30
CNS
-
CEB
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$1,031
Mon 30/321:25
MNL
-
CNS
1 stop19h 05m
Air Niugini
Mon 6/407:00
CNS
-
MNL
1 stop15h 00m
Air Niugini
Deal found 13/2$1,044
Mon 30/302:00
CEB
-
CNS
3 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/421:40
CNS
-
CEB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$1,095
Fri 13/320:15
CEB
-
CNS
1 stop19h 00m
Jetstar
Fri 20/306:00
CNS
-
CEB
1 stop13h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/2$1,153
Sat 28/301:10
CEB
-
CNS
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/411:00
CNS
-
CEB
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,156
Mon 30/307:40
CRK
-
CNS
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/407:00
CNS
-
CRK
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$1,200

Find flight deals from Philippines to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philippines to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 16 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$774

One-way from

$339

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,190
Air Niugini
  • Air Niugini
  • 1/4-8/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • Philippines to Cairns
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19/3
  • 19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Philippines to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($487 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Philippines 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, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the Philippines to Cairns that are best for you.

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Philippines

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 1/4

21:25-18:30

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Wed 8/4

07:00-20:00

1 stop15h 00m

$774

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 1/3

17:45-08:35

2 stops36h 50m

Cairns

Sat 21/3

12:35-22:35

2 stops36h 00m

$959

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 1/4

04:05-05:30

2 stops23h 25m

Cairns

Wed 8/4

07:00-20:00

1 stop15h 00m

$982

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 28/2

00:20-18:30

1 stop16h 10m

Cairns

Sat 21/3

12:15-13:05

1 stop26h 50m

$1,013

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 31/3

04:05-08:45

3 stops26h 40m

Cairns

Tue 7/4

09:10-10:35

2 stops27h 25m

$1,026

Cebu CityCairns

CEB - CNS

CEBCNS

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Thu 12/3

01:20-21:25

2 stops18h 05m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

19:30-21:25

2 stops27h 55m

$1,071

Cebu CityCairns

CEB - CNS

CEBCNS

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Mon 30/3

02:00-08:45

3 stops28h 45m

Cairns

Tue 7/4

21:40-06:05

2 stops34h 25m

$1,095

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 30/3

21:25-18:30

1 stop19h 05m

Cairns

Mon 6/4

11:00-05:00

2 stops20h 00m

$1,136

Cebu CityCairns

CEB - CNS

CEBCNS

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Fri 13/3

20:15-17:15

1 stop19h 00m

Cairns

Fri 20/3

06:00-17:15

1 stop13h 15m

$1,153

Cebu CityCairns

CEB - CNS

CEBCNS

Cebu City Mactan Intl

Sat 28/3

01:10-08:45

2 stops29h 35m

Cairns

Sun 5/4

11:00-16:30

2 stops31h 30m

$1,156

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Best time to book a flight from Philippines to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Philippines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from the Philippines to Cairns

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philippines to Cairns?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Cairns (average of $609). Flying from Philippines to Cairns in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,486). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How often are flights from the Philippines to Cairns delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Philippines and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 154 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the Philippines to Cairns flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the Philippines to Cairns flights?

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 16 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the Philippines to Cairns, such as Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
991 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
991 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
991 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philippines to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Philippines?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns from Philippines. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Philippines to Cairns?

    There are many flights that can get you from Philippines to Cairns in 19h. Fly via Air Niugini, Cathay Pacific, or Jetstar to get the fastest option. The distance between Philippines and Cairns is about 3854 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philippines to Cairns one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Niugini, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $413. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Philippines to Cairns for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Philippines to Cairns?

    The most popular route from Philippines to Cairns is Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - Cairns. You may also consider Cebu City Mactan Intl - Cairns or Angeles City Clark Intl - Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Philippines to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Philippines to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philippines to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Philippines to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Philippines to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philippines to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philippines to Cairns?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philippines to Cairns (average of $609). Flying from Philippines to Cairns in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,486). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Philippines to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Philippines to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air NiuginiCheapest$750Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,282Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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