Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cairns to Manila?

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 50m. Find deals

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week. Find deals

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cairns to Manila?

Port Moresby (POM) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 49% of one-stop itineraries from Cairns to Manila on Cheapflights. Find deals

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cairns to Manila?

Flights via Port Moresby (POM) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 42m.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Manila flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cairns to Manila?

Port Moresby (POM) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $916.

How often are flights from Cairns to Manila delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Cairns and Manila have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

How long is the flight from Cairns to Manila?

Airlines like Air Niugini and Singapore Airlines fly from Cairns to Manila in about 15h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 25m. There are 4419 km between Cairns and Manila. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Manila round-trip?

Air Niugini, at $647, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Manila.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines. Air Niugini is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Manila one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Air Niugini, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $427. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Cairns to Manila for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manila ranges from 10.0 - 400.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 400.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Manila when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manila, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Manila?

Air Niugini, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Cairns to Manila.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to MNL?

When flying from Cairns to Manila, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Manila that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Manila flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Manila.

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairns to Manila?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Cairns to Manila flights typically cost between $1,089 and $870 in November. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $919 on Air Niugini (13 Nov-14 Dec). Find deals

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1 stop15h 00m

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Mon 14/1221:25

MNL

CNS

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Air Niugini

Deal found 14/5$919

Fri 16/1018:15

CNS

MNL

1 stop25h 35m

Multiple Airlines

Sun 1/1123:05

MNL

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1 stop21h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/5$923

Fri 13/1106:00

CNS

MNL

2 stops46h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Mon 14/1223:05

MNL

CNS

1 stop13h 50m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 14/5$937

Wed 14/1015:35

CNS

MNL

1 stop28h 15m

Multiple Airlines

Sun 1/1123:05

MNL

CNS

1 stop21h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/5$942

Mon 12/1018:15

CNS

MNL

1 stop25h 35m

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Sun 1/1123:05

MNL

CNS

1 stop21h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/5$951

Sat 17/1010:00

CNS

MNL

1 stop23h 05m

Multiple Airlines

Sun 1/1123:05

MNL

CNS

1 stop21h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/5$961

Tue 13/1006:45

CNS

MNL

2 stops25h 05m

Multiple Airlines

Sun 1/1123:05

MNL

CNS

1 stop21h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/5$962

Tue 20/1009:10

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MNL

1 stop23h 55m

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Fri 30/1003:45

MNL

CNS

2 stops37h 20m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 14/5$968

Fri 16/1018:15

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MNL

1 stop25h 35m

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Thu 29/1012:55

MNL

CNS

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Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/5$975

Tue 13/1014:50

CNS

MNL

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Multiple Airlines

Sun 25/1003:45

MNL

CNS

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Multiple Airlines

Deal found 13/5$982

Wed 14/1015:35

CNS

MNL

1 stop28h 15m

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CNS

1 stop17h 35m

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Deal found 13/5$993

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Fri 13/11

07:00-20:00

1 stop15h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 14/12

21:25-18:30

1 stop19h 05m

$919

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CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Tue 1/9

19:10-02:10

2 stops33h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 15/9

12:55-09:45

1 stop18h 50m

$1,017

CairnsManila

CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Tue 1/9

18:15-18:40

1 stop26h 25m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 15/9

13:05-17:00

1 stop25h 55m

$1,052

CairnsManila

CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Mon 15/6

21:15-07:05

1 stop35h 50m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 21/6

03:45-05:30

1 stop23h 45m

$1,056

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CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Mon 20/7

19:00-12:55

1 stop19h 55m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 18/11

03:45-08:30

2 stops26h 45m

$1,057

CairnsManila

CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Fri 12/6

19:00-05:20

1 stop12h 20m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 1/7

03:00-23:20

2 stops42h 20m

$1,123

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CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Mon 29/6

07:00-20:00

1 stop15h 00m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 6/7

21:25-18:30

1 stop19h 05m

$1,130

CairnsManila

CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Thu 17/9

15:35-18:40

2 stops29h 05m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 17/10

19:40-05:30

2 stops31h 50m

$1,175

CairnsManila

CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Wed 28/10

18:20-05:30

1 stop13h 10m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 1/11

07:20-17:20

1 stop32h 00m

$1,238

CairnsManila

CNS - MNL

CNSMNL

Cairns

Mon 20/7

18:15-05:50

1 stop37h 35m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

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1 stop32h 00m

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns to Manila, you should look to book at least 45 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Manila (average of $708). Flying from Cairns to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Cairns to Manila by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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10.0

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SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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7.6

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1,332 reviews

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1,518 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Qantas Airways

7.5

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1,037 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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1,518 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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How long is the flight from Cairns to Manila?
Airlines like Air Niugini and Singapore Airlines fly from Cairns to Manila in about 15h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 25m. There are 4419 km between Cairns and Manila. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Manila round-trip?
Air Niugini, at $647, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Manila.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines. Air Niugini is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Manila one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Air Niugini, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $427. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Cairns to Manila for a low price.
Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Manila that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Manila flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Manila?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Manila.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Manila?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Manila 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 Cairns to Manila?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Manila (average of $708). Flying from Cairns to Manila in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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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