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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cairns from $870

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CNS
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Cairns

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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 5 December 2025.

Wed 31/1219:50LHR - CNS
2 stops52h 05mCathay Pacific
Tue 20/111:25CNS - LHR
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/12$2,099
Fri 5/1217:00LGW - CNS
3 stops53h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1209:45CNS - LGW
3 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$2,612
Fri 5/1211:00LHR - CNS
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1209:45CNS - LHR
3 stops63h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$2,657
Fri 5/1207:30STN - CNS
3 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1219:15CNS - STN
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$3,058
Wed 31/1208:35LHR - CNS
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/109:45CNS - LHR
3 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$3,062
Mon 22/1208:45LHR - CNS
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/111:25CNS - LHR
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$3,079
Mon 15/1214:25LHR - CNS
2 stops57h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/111:25CNS - LHR
1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/12$3,385
Mon 22/1211:35LHR - CNS
2 stops60h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 13/111:25CNS - LHR
1 stop37h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/12$3,456
Sat 13/1209:40LGW - CNS
2 stops44h 35mEmirates
Mon 12/115:35CNS - LGW
2 stops49h 05mEmirates
Deal found 4/12$4,106
Sat 13/1220:15STN - CNS
2 stops34h 00mEmirates
Mon 12/115:35CNS - STN
2 stops36h 20mEmirates
Deal found 3/12$4,280
Fri 5/1209:20LCY - CNS
3 stops34h 25mKLM
Fri 12/1219:15CNS - LCY
3 stops56h 05mKLM
Deal found 4/12$4,661
Sat 13/1208:40LGW - CNS
3 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/115:45CNS - LGW
2 stops48h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$4,735

Find 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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,670

One-way from

$870

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$3,487
2/5-17/5
  • 2/5-17/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 84h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to Cairns
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($426 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($142 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Tue 24/2

19:10-09:55

2 stops28h 45m

Cairns

Wed 4/3

18:35-08:40

2 stops24h 05m

$1,782

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 7/4

06:00-04:30

3 stops37h 30m

Cairns

Tue 28/4

06:45-14:10

3 stops40h 25m

$1,839

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sat 24/1

10:30-11:20

2 stops62h 50m

Cairns

Sun 1/2

15:50-06:30

2 stops48h 40m

$1,845

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 27/1

06:00-09:55

2 stops41h 55m

Cairns

Sun 15/3

18:35-08:05

2 stops23h 30m

$1,877

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

17:00-05:45

2 stops50h 45m

Cairns

Fri 23/1

19:15-14:00

2 stops28h 45m

$1,971

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 24/2

11:00-09:55

1 stop36h 55m

Cairns

Wed 4/3

11:45-15:00

2 stops37h 15m

$2,063

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 18/1

07:00-05:45

3 stops36h 45m

Cairns

Sun 25/1

18:35-20:05

3 stops35h 30m

$2,117

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 26/1

09:10-17:20

1 stop46h 10m

Cairns

Sun 8/2

18:35-19:10

1 stop34h 35m

$2,138

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 22/1

20:15-09:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cairns

Fri 22/5

12:35-18:15

2 stops38h 40m

$2,138

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 25/1

20:15-09:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cairns

Sat 14/3

12:35-15:00

2 stops60h 25m

$2,170

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Cairns

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cairns (average of $1,503). Flying from United Kingdom to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,164). 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 5 December 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.

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Cairns delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom 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?

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

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

Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 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, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific fly from United Kingdom to Cairns in about 27h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 30m. The distance from United Kingdom to Cairns is about 15142 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 Stansted - Cairns and London Gatwick - 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Cairns (average of $1,503). Flying from United Kingdom to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,164). 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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