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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Cairns from £1,239

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — CNS
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) 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 22 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£1,239

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January
1/2-1/3
  • 1/2-1/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • Glasgow to Cairns
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£43 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 August 2025.

Fri 5/906:55GLA - CNS
3 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/907:15CNS - GLA
3 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/8£1,277
Mon 15/1213:10GLA - CNS
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/112:00CNS - GLA
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8£1,552
Mon 20/1014:35GLA - CNS
3 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1019:15CNS - GLA
2 stops50h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8£1,592
Mon 20/1014:35GLA - CNS
2 stops41h 05mEmirates
Fri 31/1006:00CNS - GLA
2 stops39h 35mEmirates
Deal found 20/8£1,626
Sat 4/1014:35GLA - CNS
2 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1020:30CNS - GLA
2 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8£1,636

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow 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 22 August 2025.
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GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 1/2

13:35-08:30

3 stops32h 55m

Cairns

Sun 1/3

09:45-11:35

3 stops35h 50m

£1,239

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Fri 5/9

06:55-05:55

3 stops38h 00m

Cairns

Mon 8/9

07:15-18:05

3 stops43h 50m

£1,277

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 29/1

11:30-11:50

3 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

12:35-12:50

3 stops58h 15m

£1,282

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Mon 2/2

09:45-11:50

3 stops40h 05m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

12:35-12:50

3 stops58h 15m

£1,282

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 29/1

11:30-11:50

3 stops38h 20m

Cairns

Mon 2/3

12:35-09:50

3 stops55h 15m

£1,314

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 29/1

09:55-11:50

3 stops39h 55m

Cairns

Sun 1/3

12:35-10:45

3 stops56h 10m

£1,314

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Mon 2/2

06:35-11:50

3 stops43h 15m

Cairns

Mon 2/3

12:35-10:45

3 stops56h 10m

£1,314

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Sun 1/2

20:00-11:50

3 stops53h 50m

Cairns

Tue 3/3

12:35-08:50

3 stops54h 15m

£1,314

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Thu 29/1

08:40-11:50

3 stops41h 10m

Cairns

Sat 28/2

12:35-08:55

3 stops54h 20m

£1,314

GlasgowCairns

GLA - CNS

GLACNS

Glasgow Intl

Mon 2/2

14:00-11:50

3 stops35h 50m

Cairns

Sun 1/3

12:35-08:55

3 stops54h 20m

£1,314

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from Glasgow with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Glasgow to Cairns

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Glasgow 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 GLA to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow 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 22 August 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Glasgow to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 22 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Lufthansa from Glasgow to Cairns to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Glasgow to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Glasgow?

    Cairns (CNS), located 2.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Glasgow to Cairns. 4 airlines have flights to Cairns from Glasgow on a regular basis. Booking flights from Glasgow to Cairns should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Glasgow per day.

  • How long is the flight from Glasgow to Cairns?

    Airlines like British Airways fly from Glasgow to Cairns in about 38h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Glasgow and Cairns is about 9316 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Glasgow to Cairns round-trip from £961. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Emirates. Lufthansa is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Glasgow to Cairns?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Glasgow to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow to Cairns 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 Glasgow to Cairns?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Glasgow 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Glasgow to Cairns

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Glasgow 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 22 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£895Average£1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,112Average£1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,127Average£1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,218Average£1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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