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Cheap flights from Cairns to the United Kingdom from $901

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LHR
1 May — 8 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 1 April 2026.

Wed 11/1119:15
CNS
-
LGW
3 stops45h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1109:25
LGW
-
CNS
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,660
Thu 7/519:10
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops44h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/509:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,788
Tue 12/511:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/509:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,791
Wed 11/1118:20
CNS
-
LGW
1 stop46h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/1109:20
LGW
-
CNS
1 stop22h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,801
Wed 11/1118:20
CNS
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/1121:45
LHR
-
CNS
1 stop57h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,864
Sun 7/611:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/609:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,877
Fri 15/521:40
CNS
-
LHR
3 stops41h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/517:15
LHR
-
CNS
3 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,922
Mon 27/412:35
CNS
-
STN
2 stops39h 10m
Emirates
Mon 4/521:05
STN
-
CNS
2 stops32h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 29/3$1,932
Fri 15/511:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/509:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,943
Mon 27/412:35
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops40h 10m
Emirates
Mon 4/521:45
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops32h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 29/3$1,946
Sat 18/721:40
CNS
-
LGW
3 stops42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/710:25
LGW
-
CNS
3 stops51h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,963
Tue 12/512:35
CNS
-
STN
2 stops33h 20m
Emirates
Tue 19/514:55
STN
-
CNS
2 stops32h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 28/3$1,986

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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,788

One-way from

$901

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,205
7/5-22/5
  • 7/5-22/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 83h 45m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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3/5
  • 3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • Cairns to United Kingdom
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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CairnsManchester

CNS - MAN

CNSMAN

Cairns

Thu 7/5

19:10-06:55

2 stops44h 45m

Manchester

Fri 22/5

09:20-09:20

2 stops39h 00m

$1,788

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Mon 27/4

12:35-18:45

2 stops39h 10m

London Stansted

Mon 4/5

21:05-15:00

2 stops32h 55m

$1,932

CairnsManchester

CNS - MAN

CNSMAN

Cairns

Fri 15/5

11:00-13:00

2 stops35h 00m

Manchester

Fri 22/5

09:20-22:40

2 stops28h 20m

$1,943

CairnsManchester

CNS - MAN

CNSMAN

Cairns

Fri 8/5

06:45-06:55

2 stops33h 10m

Manchester

Sun 10/5

09:20-09:20

2 stops39h 00m

$1,989

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Tue 12/5

12:35-12:35

2 stops33h 00m

London Gatwick

Tue 19/5

14:35-08:40

2 stops33h 05m

$1,999

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Wed 3/6

12:35-12:55

2 stops33h 20m

London Stansted

Sun 7/6

14:55-19:30

2 stops43h 35m

$2,065

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Thu 28/5

12:35-21:30

2 stops41h 55m

London Gatwick

Mon 1/6

14:35-22:45

2 stops47h 10m

$2,082

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Sat 16/5

12:35-18:45

2 stops39h 10m

London Stansted

Sat 23/5

21:05-11:50

2 stops29h 45m

$2,165

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Thu 14/5

17:40-21:30

2 stops36h 50m

London Gatwick

Thu 21/5

21:45-15:00

2 stops32h 15m

$2,189

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Mon 25/5

15:45-16:10

2 stops33h 25m

London Heathrow

Thu 28/5

22:15-15:00

2 stops31h 45m

$2,196

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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 $1,199). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,977). 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 1 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
1,484 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

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
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

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
3,550 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

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
1,234 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

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
1,016 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

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
7,880 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

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 $2,615, Emirates can have you in United Kingdom from Cairns in 34h 15m. 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 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 $1,199). Flying from Cairns to United Kingdom in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,977). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Cairns to United Kingdom

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,384Average$2,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,874Average$2,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,978Average$2,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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