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Cheap flights from London to Cairns from £626

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LON — CNS
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 23/4
Tue 30/4

The best prices from London to Cairns are usually found in October or June, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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 18 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

£1,063

One-way from

£819
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
From London (LON) to Cairns
One-way flight from London (LON) to Cairns

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London to Cairns?

Users have found that flying from London to Cairns on a Thursday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from London to Cairns at least 34 days early can save you up to 49% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 34 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from London to Cairns for as little as £1,472 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as £2,570 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Cairns?

October can be a great time to fly to Cairns from London with a flight ticket averaging about £1,477. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of October for as cheap as £1,036. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cairns (LON - CNS)?

It’s optimal to fly from London to Cairns in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Cheap Emirates flights from London to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between London and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Emirates flights we've detected travelling from London to Cairns. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 18/621:10STN - CNS
2 stops35h 50mEmirates
Sat 22/609:10CNS - STN
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Deal found 18/4£1,300
Wed 8/521:10STN - CNS
2 stops54h 30mEmirates
Sun 12/514:35CNS - STN
2 stops55h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/4£1,310
Wed 8/521:10STN - CNS
2 stops54h 30mEmirates
Sun 12/509:10CNS - STN
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Deal found 17/4£1,311
Wed 8/514:55STN - CNS
3 stops60h 45mEmirates
Sun 12/509:10CNS - STN
2 stops60h 45mEmirates
Deal found 16/4£1,316
Wed 8/521:10STN - CNS
3 stops54h 30mEmirates
Sun 12/512:45CNS - STN
2 stops39h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/4£1,316
Wed 8/521:45LGW - CNS
3 stops53h 55mEmirates
Sun 12/509:10CNS - LGW
2 stops43h 35mEmirates
Deal found 17/4£1,321
Tue 18/614:30LGW - CNS
2 stops37h 35mEmirates
Sat 22/613:45CNS - LGW
3 stops39h 00mEmirates
Deal found 18/4£1,330
Wed 8/519:50LHR - CNS
2 stops31h 15mEmirates
Sun 12/514:35CNS - LHR
2 stops38h 40mEmirates
Deal found 17/4£1,352
Wed 8/522:15LHR - CNS
2 stops28h 50mEmirates
Sun 12/513:45CNS - LHR
3 stops37h 55mEmirates
Deal found 17/4£1,406

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from London to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between London and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights we've found from London to Cairns. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 17/920:45LHR - CNS
2 stops30h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 2/1006:00CNS - LHR
3 stops33h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4£1,465
Tue 18/620:45LHR - CNS
2 stops30h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 22/610:10CNS - LHR
3 stops41h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4£1,466
Tue 17/920:45LHR - CNS
2 stops30h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 4/1006:00CNS - LHR
3 stops33h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4£1,485
Tue 1/1020:45LHR - CNS
2 stops36h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 20/1006:00CNS - LHR
3 stops33h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4£1,691
Mon 17/611:55LHR - CNS
1 stop32h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 21/613:50CNS - LHR
2 stops49h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4£3,928
Sat 7/920:45LHR - CNS
3 stops30h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 24/906:00CNS - LHR
3 stops33h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/4£7,450

Cheap London to Cairns flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from London to Cairns specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Prices were last updated on 18 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cairns in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 17/521:20LHR - CNS
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/510:15CNS - LHR
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,089
Fri 17/520:50LHR - CNS
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/516:35CNS - LHR
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,115
Fri 17/520:50LHR - CNS
1 stop35h 10mSingapore Airlines
Fri 24/518:15CNS - LHR
1 stop34h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,215
Fri 17/508:40LHR - CNS
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/516:10CNS - LHR
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,251
Wed 8/521:10STN - CNS
2 stops54h 30mEmirates
Sun 12/514:35CNS - STN
2 stops55h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/4£1,310
Wed 8/521:10STN - CNS
2 stops54h 30mEmirates
Sun 12/509:10CNS - STN
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Deal found 17/4£1,311
Wed 8/521:45LGW - CNS
2 stops53h 55mEmirates
Sun 12/514:35CNS - LGW
2 stops49h 45mEmirates
Deal found 16/4£1,314
Wed 8/514:55STN - CNS
3 stops60h 45mEmirates
Sun 12/509:10CNS - STN
2 stops60h 45mEmirates
Deal found 16/4£1,316
Wed 8/521:45LGW - CNS
2 stops53h 55mEmirates
Sun 12/512:45CNS - LGW
2 stops51h 35mEmirates
Deal found 17/4£1,316

London to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between London and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Cairns in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 17/921:35LHR - CNS
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/1015:50CNS - LHR
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,064
Tue 24/909:25LHR - CNS
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 29/1012:30CNS - LHR
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,074
Tue 17/909:25LHR - CNS
1 stop22h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 2/1018:15CNS - LHR
1 stop30h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,084
Tue 17/911:25LHR - CNS
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 2/1018:15CNS - LHR
1 stop30h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,084
Fri 17/521:20LHR - CNS
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/510:15CNS - LHR
2 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,089
Fri 17/520:50LHR - CNS
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/516:35CNS - LHR
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,115
Tue 17/909:25LHR - CNS
1 stop22h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 4/1018:15CNS - LHR
1 stop20h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,121
Tue 17/909:25LHR - CNS
1 stop22h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 4/1018:15CNS - LHR
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/4£1,121
Tue 24/921:10LHR - CNS
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 29/1009:10CNS - LHR
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£1,122

One-way flights to Cairns from London

Search for one-way flight options from London to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from London to Cairns. Users in need of a round-trip flight from London to Cairns instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 23/721:35LHR - CNS
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£626
Sun 28/409:25LHR - CNS
1 stop22h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/4£629
Fri 5/709:00LGW - CNS
2 stops39h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4£682
Fri 5/716:00LHR - CNS
2 stops32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4£710
Fri 5/719:25LGW - CNS
3 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£795
Sun 28/419:50LTN - CNS
3 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£800
Sun 28/411:45LGW - CNS
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£807
Sun 28/414:55LGW - CNS
2 stops33h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4£815
Sun 28/409:00LHR - CNS
2 stops39h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4£819

Find flights from London to Cairns within your budget

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 895,763 searches. Data last updated 18 April 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

£1,084 - £2,008

Route

Depart

Return

Price

London HeathrowCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 17/9

1 stop20h 35m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

1 stop30h 25m

£1,084

London HeathrowCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 17/9

2 stops35h 55m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

2 stops33h 45m

£1,089

London HeathrowCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 17/9

1 stop22h 35m

Cairns

Fri 4/10

1 stop22h 30m

£1,121

London HeathrowCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 1/10

2 stops35h 55m

Cairns

Sun 20/10

2 stops34h 45m

£1,150

London GatwickCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Tue 1/10

1 stop21h 45m

Cairns

Sun 20/10

1 stop21h 10m

£1,170

London HeathrowCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 17/9

2 stops36h 05m

Cairns

Fri 4/10

2 stops31h 50m

£1,188

London StanstedCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Tue 18/6

2 stops35h 50m

Cairns

Sat 22/6

2 stops42h 35m

£1,300

London HeathrowCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 17/9

2 stops30h 20m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

3 stops33h 35m

£1,465

London HeathrowCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Tue 17/9

3 stops46h 25m

Cairns

Wed 2/10

3 stops52h 15m

£2,008

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 18/4

When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
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 33 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Midday
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Cairns flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cairns by month

Plan your trip from London to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from London to Cairns is currently £742 while a return flight costs £1,286. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cairns (average of £1,325). Flying from London to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,049). 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.

January

£1,323

February

£1,260

March

£1,300

April

£1,307

May

£1,130

June

£1,259

July

£1,645

August

£1,292

September

£1,064

October

£1,202

November

£1,277

December

£1,492

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

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 18 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways and Air Canada from London to Cairns to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very Good
952 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.5
Very Good
952 reviews
8.5
Very Good
952 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews
8.5
Very Good
952 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.1
Very Good
4,092 reviews
8.5
Very Good
952 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

7.8
Good
1,143 reviews
8.5
Very Good
952 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

7.8
Good
2,090 reviews
8.5
Very Good
952 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

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 7 airlines. Cairns is conveniently located just 2.8 mi from Cairns’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from London to Cairns for under £1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Cairns for under £1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Singapore Airlines for just £1,084, but on average you can expect to pay £1,258.

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

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at £1,084. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at £1,300 and £1,465, respectively. Singapore Airlines is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Cairns one-way

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as little as £629 on Singapore Airlines Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £682 and Emirates from £999 one-way.

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

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

  • What does LHR to CNS mean?

    LHR and CNS are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. LHR to CNS refers to a flight route from London Heathrow Airport to Cairns Airport. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN).

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your London to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from London to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter London to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from London to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from London to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on London to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the London to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The London to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/4.

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Top 7 airlines flying from London to Cairns

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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£712Average£1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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LufthansaCheapest£757Average£1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China SouthernCheapest£1,038Average£1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£1,202Average£1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,302Average£1,580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,350Average£1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest£1,437Average£1,863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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