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Cheap flights from London to Cairns from £458

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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CNS
14 dic — 21 dic1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Cairns are usually found in May or February, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from London to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 novembre 2025.

Round-trip from

£772

One-way from

£458

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,160
6/5-20/5
  • 6/5-20/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 30m total
  • London to Cairns
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28/11
  • 28/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • London to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£108 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from London to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 novembre 2025.

mer 19/1110:30LGW - CNS
2 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
mer 4/206:00CNS - LGW
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£692
dom 16/1110:30LGW - CNS
3 stops60h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun 1/1209:45CNS - LGW
3 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£796
sab 15/1117:00LGW - CNS
3 stops53h 30mMultiple Airlines
dom 30/1109:45CNS - LGW
3 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£828
ven 14/1110:30LGW - CNS
3 stops60h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom 30/1109:45CNS - LGW
3 stops54h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£835
sab 15/1121:00LHR - CNS
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
dom 30/1109:45CNS - LHR
2 stops65h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£878
ven 14/1117:00LGW - CNS
3 stops53h 30mMultiple Airlines
sab 29/1119:15CNS - LGW
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£903
sab 15/1117:00LGW - CNS
3 stops53h 30mMultiple Airlines
sab 29/1119:15CNS - LGW
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£918
lun 17/1110:30LGW - CNS
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
mer 4/218:35CNS - LGW
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£923
ven 21/1110:30LGW - CNS
2 stops57h 10mMultiple Airlines
mer 4/218:35CNS - LGW
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£955
gio 20/1110:25LHR - CNS
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
gio 5/211:25CNS - LHR
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£1,052
mer 19/1116:50LHR - CNS
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
mer 4/215:35CNS - LHR
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£1,059
gio 20/1109:10LHR - CNS
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
mar 3/211:25CNS - LHR
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£1,065

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 novembre 2025.
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LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

mer 22/4

21:20-09:45

3 stops51h 25m

Cairns

mer 3/6

19:15-18:40

2 stops32h 25m

£1,018

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

dom 15/3

20:15-17:20

2 stops59h 05m

Cairns

dom 19/4

18:15-08:40

2 stops23h 25m

£1,052

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

sab 2/5

21:35-17:35

2 stops35h 00m

Cairns

sab 16/5

16:55-19:20

3 stops35h 25m

£1,056

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

mer 6/5

18:40-17:00

2 stops37h 20m

Cairns

mer 20/5

18:15-16:25

3 stops31h 10m

£1,057

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

mer 6/5

19:20-17:00

2 stops36h 40m

Cairns

mer 20/5

18:15-12:30

3 stops27h 15m

£1,076

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

ven 1/5

22:05-17:00

1 stop57h 55m

Cairns

ven 29/5

18:15-19:30

1 stop34h 15m

£1,100

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

dom 15/3

09:25-17:20

1 stop21h 55m

Cairns

dom 19/4

18:15-06:25

1 stop45h 10m

£1,109

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

mar 5/5

19:20-17:00

3 stops60h 40m

Cairns

mer 20/5

18:15-12:30

3 stops27h 15m

£1,124

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

mar 5/5

09:00-23:35

2 stops29h 35m

Cairns

lun 18/5

12:10-13:25

2 stops34h 15m

£1,128

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

lun 4/5

09:00-23:35

2 stops29h 35m

Cairns

gio 21/5

12:10-13:25

2 stops34h 15m

£1,128

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Best time to book a flight from London to Cairns

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 30 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cairns (average of £773). Flying from London to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,114). 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 LON to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 novembre 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Cairns in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Cairns?

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

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Cairns chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 85% of one-stop itineraries from London to Cairns on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £1,140.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Cairns, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 24h 32m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Cairns, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 08m.

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 novembre 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from London 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,613 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nymo,Nov 2025

NRT - BKK

It’s great experience overall. Stewards are superb. Every crew member is so pleasant. I’ll fly JAL again.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,613 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,613 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nymo,Nov 2025

NRT - BKK

It’s great experience overall. Stewards are superb. Every crew member is so pleasant. I’ll fly JAL again.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,401 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,613 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nymo,Nov 2025

NRT - BKK

It’s great experience overall. Stewards are superb. Every crew member is so pleasant. I’ll fly JAL again.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,058 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,613 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nymo,Nov 2025

NRT - BKK

It’s great experience overall. Stewards are superb. Every crew member is so pleasant. I’ll fly JAL again.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
934 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,613 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nymo,Nov 2025

NRT - BKK

It’s great experience overall. Stewards are superb. Every crew member is so pleasant. I’ll fly JAL again.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,784 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,613 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nymo,Nov 2025

NRT - BKK

It’s great experience overall. Stewards are superb. Every crew member is so pleasant. I’ll fly JAL again.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns from London. On average, Cairns has 0 inbound flights from London per day from 6 airlines. Cairns is conveniently located just 2.8 mi from Cairns’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from London to Cairns?

    Departing from London to Cairns will take you 21h 55m. The distance from London to Cairns is about 9413 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on SWISS is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at £800. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £812 and £851, respectively. SWISS is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Cairns?

    The most popular route from London to Cairns is London Heathrow - Cairns. You may also consider London Gatwick - Cairns or London Stansted - Cairns.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cairns (average of £773). Flying from London to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,114). 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 6 airlines flying from London to Cairns

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from London 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 novembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£800Average£1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£812Average£1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£851Average£1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,049Average£1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,158Average£1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest£1,402Average£1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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