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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cairns from $792

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 19/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CNS
13 Nov — 20 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 14 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,196

One-way from

$792

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,355
26/11-3/12
  • 26/11-3/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to Cairns
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19/11
  • 19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m 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 ($146 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 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 14 October 2025.

Wed 26/1122:00LHR - CNS
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1219:15CNS - LHR
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,196
Wed 19/1122:00LHR - CNS
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1209:45CNS - LHR
3 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,292
Thu 27/1110:30LGW - CNS
2 stops57h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1209:45CNS - LGW
3 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,563
Wed 26/1110:05MAN - CNS
3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1219:15CNS - MAN
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,698
Mon 3/1117:00LGW - CNS
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/1106:00CNS - LGW
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,776
Tue 18/1110:25LHR - CNS
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1219:15CNS - LHR
2 stops54h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,801
Mon 1/1209:10MAN - CNS
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/218:35CNS - MAN
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,810
Wed 19/1110:30LGW - CNS
2 stops57h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1209:45CNS - LGW
3 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,833
Tue 2/1218:45MAN - CNS
2 stops47h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/218:35CNS - MAN
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,838
Thu 27/1110:25LHR - CNS
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1209:45CNS - LHR
3 stops63h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,891
Fri 5/1210:25MAN - CNS
2 stops44h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 3/211:25CNS - MAN
1 stop30h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/10$1,894
Wed 3/1217:45MAN - CNS
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/218:35CNS - MAN
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10$1,907

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LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Thu 27/11

10:30-05:45

2 stops57h 15m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

09:45-14:00

3 stops38h 15m

$1,563

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

20:05-17:20

2 stops59h 15m

Cairns

Wed 18/3

18:35-13:40

3 stops29h 05m

$1,813

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Wed 19/11

10:30-05:45

2 stops57h 15m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

09:45-14:00

3 stops38h 15m

$1,833

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Sat 29/11

18:40-17:20

2 stops36h 40m

Cairns

Thu 11/12

11:25-08:05

2 stops30h 40m

$1,937

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 18/11

17:05-05:45

2 stops26h 40m

Cairns

Wed 3/12

19:15-09:20

2 stops48h 05m

$1,980

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 11/11

08:15-05:45

3 stops35h 30m

Cairns

Tue 18/11

06:40-16:30

3 stops43h 50m

$2,028

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

13:55-22:05

2 stops46h 10m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

09:45-06:40

2 stops30h 55m

$2,034

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 9/11

09:25-17:20

1 stop21h 55m

Cairns

Sun 16/11

18:35-06:25

1 stop45h 50m

$2,175

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Wed 26/11

10:30-06:00

2 stops33h 30m

Cairns

Wed 3/12

19:15-21:15

3 stops36h 00m

$2,177

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 13/11

17:50-14:45

2 stops34h 55m

Cairns

Thu 20/11

17:35-15:00

2 stops31h 25m

$2,187

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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 $1,505). Flying from United Kingdom to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,237). 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 14 October 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, Cathay Pacific, and Lufthansa fly from United Kingdom to Cairns in about 37h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 45m. 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 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 $1,505). Flying from United Kingdom to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,237). 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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