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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cairns from $837

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CNS
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,491

One-way from

$837

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,413
27/11-4/12
  • 27/11-4/12
  • 6 total stops
  • 114h 45m total
  • United Kingdom to Cairns
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9/12
  • 9/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 25m total
  • United Kingdom to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($490 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($147 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Thu 27/1110:30LGW - CNS
3 stops60h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1209:45CNS - LGW
3 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,491
Sat 6/1210:30LGW - CNS
3 stops60h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1209:45CNS - LGW
3 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,754
Mon 10/1121:00LHR - CNS
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1209:45CNS - LHR
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$1,757
Thu 27/1110:25LHR - CNS
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1209:45CNS - LHR
3 stops63h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,934
Mon 1/1210:30LGW - CNS
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1206:00CNS - LGW
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,077
Thu 27/1108:05STN - CNS
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1206:40CNS - STN
3 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,107
Sat 6/1216:50LHR - CNS
2 stops38h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 13/1211:25CNS - LHR
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$2,299
Sat 6/1222:05LHR - CNS
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1211:25CNS - LHR
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,391
Thu 27/1120:15STN - CNS
2 stops28h 30mEmirates
Thu 4/1211:35CNS - STN
2 stops34h 30mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$2,462
Wed 17/1221:00LHR - CNS
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/106:40CNS - LHR
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$2,542
Sat 6/1214:05STN - CNS
3 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1209:45CNS - STN
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,735
Wed 17/1207:40STN - CNS
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/106:40CNS - STN
3 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$2,810

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United Kingdom

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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

21:00-08:20

2 stops49h 20m

Cairns

Sun 22/3

09:45-17:30

2 stops41h 45m

$1,647

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 23/2

17:00-05:45

2 stops50h 45m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

09:45-06:30

3 stops54h 45m

$1,648

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sat 7/3

17:00-11:20

2 stops56h 20m

Cairns

Sun 22/3

06:00-14:00

2 stops42h 00m

$1,668

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Fri 6/3

17:00-17:15

2 stops38h 15m

Cairns

Sun 22/3

06:00-14:00

2 stops42h 00m

$1,696

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 31/1

20:05-09:55

2 stops51h 50m

Cairns

Sun 22/2

18:35-08:05

2 stops23h 30m

$1,751

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sat 6/12

10:30-05:45

2 stops57h 15m

Cairns

Sat 13/12

09:45-06:30

3 stops54h 45m

$1,754

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 22/3

17:00-17:15

2 stops38h 15m

Cairns

Wed 29/4

06:00-06:40

2 stops33h 40m

$1,814

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Thu 27/11

10:30-17:15

2 stops44h 45m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

06:00-14:00

2 stops42h 00m

$1,834

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

17:55-17:00

2 stops38h 05m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

11:40-08:05

2 stops53h 25m

$1,864

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Wed 25/3

09:50-17:20

2 stops45h 30m

Cairns

Wed 29/4

18:15-18:35

2 stops33h 20m

$2,021

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Cairns

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cairns (average of $1,510). Flying from United Kingdom to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,244). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GB to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Kingdom to Cairns in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

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

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Cairns?

    Airlines like SWISS, Lufthansa, and Emirates fly from United Kingdom to Cairns in about 28h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 30m. The distance from United Kingdom to Cairns is about 15137 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Cairns?

    The most popular flight routes from United Kingdom to Cairns are London Heathrow - Cairns, London Gatwick - Cairns and London Stansted - Cairns.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cairns (average of $1,510). Flying from United Kingdom to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,244). 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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