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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United Kingdom from $684

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LHR
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Sun 8/318:35
CNS
-
LHR
1 stop34h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 22/310:40
LHR
-
CNS
1 stop20h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,601
Sun 1/1106:00
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1117:00
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops43h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,755
Sun 8/311:35
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops36h 15m
Emirates
Sun 22/320:20
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 20/2$1,762
Sun 8/315:35
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/322:00
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,781
Sun 8/311:35
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops36h 15m
Emirates
Sat 21/322:00
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops26h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 20/2$1,797
Sun 1/1118:20
CNS
-
LGW
1 stop46h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/1109:20
LGW
-
CNS
1 stop22h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,814
Wed 22/406:45
CNS
-
STN
3 stops48h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/406:15
STN
-
CNS
3 stops42h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,841
Wed 22/406:45
CNS
-
LGW
3 stops48h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/407:00
LGW
-
CNS
3 stops50h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,853
Sun 8/311:35
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops53h 35m
Emirates
Mon 23/320:20
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 23/2$1,887
Mon 2/309:20
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops40h 50m
Emirates
Mon 23/320:20
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 23/2$1,899
Wed 22/406:45
CNS
-
LHR
3 stops41h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/406:30
LHR
-
CNS
3 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,912
Thu 5/314:50
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/311:50
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,915

Find flight deals from Cairns to United Kingdom

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to United Kingdom flight deals. Data was last updated 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,601

One-way from

$684

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,491
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 8/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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18/3
  • 18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($248 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cairns

Fly to

United Kingdom

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsManchester

CNS - MAN

CNSMAN

Cairns

Mon 20/4

14:50-12:05

3 stops54h 15m

Manchester

Fri 8/5

23:30-05:30

2 stops45h 00m

$1,749

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Wed 22/4

06:45-22:10

3 stops48h 25m

London Stansted

Wed 29/4

06:15-09:20

3 stops42h 05m

$1,841

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Wed 22/4

10:15-16:40

3 stops39h 25m

London Gatwick

Wed 29/4

11:35-21:00

2 stops48h 25m

$1,891

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Thu 5/3

06:00-06:15

2 stops34h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 24/3

20:10-10:45

2 stops28h 35m

$2,063

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Sat 15/8

17:00-18:40

2 stops34h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 25/8

20:50-10:35

2 stops28h 45m

$2,083

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Sat 16/5

13:55-06:35

2 stops49h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 19/5

20:50-11:50

2 stops30h 00m

$2,093

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Wed 27/5

12:35-18:45

2 stops39h 10m

London Stansted

Sat 30/5

21:05-22:45

2 stops40h 40m

$2,102

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Mon 25/5

06:00-12:35

2 stops39h 35m

London Gatwick

Fri 29/5

21:45-18:10

2 stops35h 25m

$2,128

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Sat 15/8

17:00-18:45

2 stops34h 45m

London Stansted

Tue 25/8

14:55-08:40

2 stops32h 45m

$2,137

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Thu 5/3

09:20-11:40

2 stops36h 20m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/3

19:00-14:05

2 stops33h 05m

$2,151

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to United Kingdom (average of $1,165). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,894). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Kingdom

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. Reviews last updated 24 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Cairns to the United Kingdom have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,532 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,179 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
997 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,808 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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

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

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

    For as low as $2,171, Qantas Airways can have you in United Kingdom from Cairns in 30h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15096 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Cairns to United Kingdom, consider Cairns - London Heathrow, Cairns - London Gatwick or Cairns - London Stansted, as they are the most popular.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to United Kingdom (average of $1,165). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,894). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,345Average$2,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,672Average$2,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,798Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,821Average$2,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,922Average$2,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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