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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United Kingdom from $811

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LHR
8 Jun — 15 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to United Kingdom

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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 9 May 2026.

Wed 13/511:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/522:40
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,711
Wed 14/1018:15
CNS
-
LGW
1 stop24h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 11/1113:00
LGW
-
CNS
1 stop42h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,754
Fri 7/813:30
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/822:40
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,831
Wed 14/1018:15
CNS
-
LGW
1 stop21h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 5/1109:20
LGW
-
CNS
1 stop22h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,847
Wed 14/1018:15
CNS
-
LHR
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 11/1121:45
LHR
-
CNS
1 stop33h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,851
Mon 7/919:00
CNS
-
LGW
3 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1010:25
LGW
-
CNS
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,852
Wed 14/1018:15
CNS
-
LHR
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 5/1121:45
LHR
-
CNS
1 stop57h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,852
Fri 9/1018:15
CNS
-
LGW
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 6/1109:20
LGW
-
CNS
1 stop46h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,884
Fri 9/1018:15
CNS
-
LHR
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 6/1110:40
LHR
-
CNS
1 stop44h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,932
Wed 3/612:35
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops33h 00m
Emirates
Tue 16/614:35
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops33h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 8/5$1,966
Mon 8/606:45
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops41h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/618:00
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops53h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,003
Wed 14/1013:55
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops31h 40m
Emirates
Wed 11/1120:25
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops28h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 8/5$2,029

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 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,711

One-way from

$811

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,648
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 2/11-4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 75h 40m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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14/7
  • 14/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to United Kingdom that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2026.
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CairnsManchester

CNS - MAN

CNSMAN

Cairns

Sun 24/5

06:45-06:55

2 stops33h 10m

Manchester

Sat 6/6

09:20-22:40

2 stops28h 20m

$2,144

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Mon 8/6

15:45-18:45

2 stops36h 00m

London Stansted

Fri 19/6

21:05-22:45

2 stops40h 40m

$2,238

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Mon 8/6

15:45-19:45

2 stops37h 00m

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

21:45-19:30

2 stops36h 45m

$2,249

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Sun 9/8

18:55-19:45

2 stops33h 50m

London Gatwick

Sun 23/8

14:35-08:40

2 stops33h 05m

$2,271

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Mon 10/8

17:25-12:55

2 stops28h 30m

London Stansted

Thu 20/8

21:05-11:50

2 stops29h 45m

$2,297

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Sat 1/8

15:45-18:45

2 stops36h 00m

London Stansted

Sun 20/9

21:05-15:00

2 stops32h 55m

$2,310

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Tue 4/8

15:45-18:45

2 stops36h 00m

London Stansted

Wed 26/8

14:55-08:40

2 stops32h 45m

$2,310

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Tue 4/8

15:45-18:45

2 stops36h 00m

London Stansted

Tue 25/8

14:55-08:40

2 stops32h 45m

$2,310

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Fri 7/8

15:45-12:55

2 stops30h 10m

London Stansted

Sun 23/8

21:05-11:50

2 stops29h 45m

$2,318

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Tue 4/8

15:45-12:35

2 stops29h 50m

London Gatwick

Sun 23/8

14:35-08:40

2 stops33h 05m

$2,321

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to United Kingdom?

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to United Kingdom. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 $1,139). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,703). 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 9 May 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
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,033 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,982 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

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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 $2,364, Emirates can have you in United Kingdom from Cairns in 30h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15096 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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    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 $1,139). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,703). 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$1,315Average$2,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,780Average$2,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,879Average$2,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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