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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns from £742

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 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Cairns are usually found in March or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£1,089

One-way from

£742

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,172
11/9-20/9
  • 11/9-20/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 88h 50m total
  • Manchester to Cairns
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Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 21/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 10m total
  • Manchester to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£100 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Thu 11/916:25MAN - CNS
3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/919:00CNS - MAN
3 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£1,089
Sun 27/710:35MAN - CNS
1 stop69h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sun 3/818:15CNS - MAN
1 stop48h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/6£2,590
Sat 26/721:15MAN - CNS
2 stops28h 50mEmirates
Sat 2/811:45CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 00mEmirates
Deal found 11/6£2,705
Thu 18/1209:55MAN - CNS
2 stops32h 40mFinnair
Sat 10/112:00CNS - MAN
2 stops39h 15mFinnair
Deal found 11/6£5,310
Thu 18/1210:25MAN - CNS
1 stop38h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/112:00CNS - MAN
1 stop29h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/6£5,436

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Cairns that are best for you.

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Manchester

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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 11/9

16:25-18:15

3 stops40h 50m

Cairns

Sat 20/9

19:00-10:00

3 stops48h 00m

£1,089

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 27/7

10:35-17:00

1 stop69h 25m

Cairns

Sun 3/8

18:15-09:15

1 stop48h 00m

£2,590

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 26/7

21:15-11:05

2 stops28h 50m

Cairns

Sat 2/8

11:45-07:45

2 stops53h 00m

£2,705

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 21/8

06:50-17:00

2 stops25h 10m

£742

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 21/8

14:55-09:45

3 stops33h 50m

£1,091

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 21/8

08:15-18:30

3 stops49h 15m

£1,119

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 14/8

11:10-11:35

2 stops39h 25m

£2,125

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 12/7

10:35-17:00

1 stop45h 25m

£5,527

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Deals found on 11/6

Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cairns

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 13 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Manchester to Cairns in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Cairns flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 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 13 June 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,304 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,139 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Manchester to Cairns is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £2,590 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Emirates, starting at £2,705.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £742 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £1,119 and Cathay Pacific from £2,125 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Manchester 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 8 airlines flying from Manchester to Cairns

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Manchester 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 13 June 2025.
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SWISSCheapest£685Average£914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£767Average£1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£817Average£1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£817Average£884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,029Average£1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,088Average£1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,111Average£1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,126Average£1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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