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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £1,269

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CNS
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£1,269

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£1,605
27/9-4/10
  • 27/9-4/10
  • 6 total stops
  • 71h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 August 2025.

Sat 27/908:20EDI - CNS
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1006:00CNS - EDI
3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8£1,269
Sun 28/916:50EDI - CNS
3 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1006:45CNS - EDI
3 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8£1,515
Sat 27/921:50EDI - CNS
2 stops49h 45mEmirates
Sat 4/1017:35CNS - EDI
2 stops35h 40mEmirates
Deal found 13/8£1,611

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cairns 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Cairns that are best for you.

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EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

08:20-04:25

3 stops35h 05m

Cairns

Sat 4/10

06:00-09:25

3 stops36h 25m

£1,269

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 28/9

16:50-09:45

3 stops31h 55m

Cairns

Sun 5/10

06:45-17:05

3 stops43h 20m

£1,515

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

21:50-08:35

2 stops49h 45m

Cairns

Sat 4/10

17:35-20:15

2 stops35h 40m

£1,611

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Deals found on 13/8

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Cairns

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Edinburgh to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,027). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Cairns in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. 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 Cairns. Reviews last updated 14 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, andLufthansa from Edinburgh to Cairns have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,317 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Edinburgh to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,027). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2025.
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LufthansaCheapest£888Average£1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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