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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United Kingdom from $903

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 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LHR
10 May — 17 May1
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 10 April 2026.

Sun 1/1118:20
CNS
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 15/1120:35
LHR
-
CNS
1 stop58h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,838
Wed 11/1118:20
CNS
-
LHR
1 stop34h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/1109:10
LHR
-
CNS
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,860
Sun 3/512:35
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops33h 00m
Emirates
Thu 28/521:45
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops32h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4$1,887
Wed 11/1106:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1121:00
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,895
Sun 1/1112:05
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops63h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1121:00
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,898
Sat 16/512:35
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops51h 45m
Emirates
Mon 24/821:45
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops29h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 8/4$1,904
Sun 3/517:40
CNS
-
STN
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/514:55
STN
-
CNS
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,919
Thu 21/511:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/609:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,919
Wed 20/511:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/509:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,928
Thu 21/517:40
CNS
-
STN
2 stops34h 05m
Emirates
Sun 7/614:55
STN
-
CNS
2 stops39h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$1,948
Fri 22/511:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/509:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,973
Fri 15/517:40
CNS
-
STN
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/514:55
STN
-
CNS
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,999

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,887

One-way from

$903

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,176
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 3/5-28/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 15m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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30/5
  • 30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 30m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($166 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Fri 15/5

17:40-18:45

2 stops34h 05m

London Stansted

Sat 30/5

14:55-08:40

2 stops32h 45m

$1,999

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Tue 19/5

12:35-12:55

2 stops33h 20m

London Stansted

Thu 4/6

21:05-15:00

2 stops32h 55m

$2,027

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Thu 21/5

06:00-12:35

2 stops39h 35m

London Gatwick

Thu 28/5

10:05-15:00

2 stops43h 55m

$2,048

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Thu 21/5

06:00-12:55

2 stops39h 55m

London Stansted

Thu 28/5

14:55-15:00

2 stops39h 05m

$2,050

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Thu 21/5

06:00-12:35

2 stops39h 35m

London Gatwick

Sun 7/6

21:45-15:00

2 stops32h 15m

$2,054

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Sat 23/5

12:35-12:55

2 stops57h 20m

London Stansted

Sat 30/5

21:05-17:35

2 stops35h 30m

$2,074

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Sat 23/5

12:35-12:35

2 stops33h 00m

London Gatwick

Thu 4/6

21:45-15:00

2 stops32h 15m

$2,079

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Thu 21/5

17:40-18:45

2 stops34h 05m

London Stansted

Thu 4/6

21:05-15:00

2 stops32h 55m

$2,079

CairnsManchester

CNS - MAN

CNSMAN

Cairns

Wed 20/5

11:20-12:00

2 stops33h 40m

Manchester

Wed 27/5

09:50-22:40

2 stops27h 50m

$2,091

CairnsManchester

CNS - MAN

CNSMAN

Cairns

Sun 26/4

19:00-20:00

2 stops34h 00m

Manchester

Thu 7/5

15:30-09:45

3 stops33h 15m

$2,105

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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 $1,168). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,900). 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 10 April 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
1,491 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,268 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,018 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
7,905 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 $2,286, Emirates can have you in United Kingdom from Cairns in 30h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15142 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 Gatwick, Cairns - London Heathrow 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 $1,168). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,900). 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$1,348Average$2,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,825Average$2,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,927Average$2,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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