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Cheap flights from Sheffield to Cairns from £543

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sheffield to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sheffield to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£892

One-way from

£543

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,360
25/2-4/3
  • 25/2-4/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 25m total
  • Sheffield to Cairns
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3/5
  • 3/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • Sheffield to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£223 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Sheffield to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sheffield to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 January 2026.

Wed 25/208:25
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/306:40
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1£892
Thu 14/517:55
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops51h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/518:15
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1£957
Mon 7/911:10
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops44h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/906:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£1,000
Fri 29/507:00
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/612:30
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops54h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£1,038
Sat 5/911:10
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops48h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/906:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops58h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£1,067
Thu 27/817:55
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops51h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/1111:55
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops59h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£1,087
Tue 10/216:50
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/209:45
CNS
-
MAN
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1£1,090
Mon 14/917:35
MAN
-
CNS
3 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1011:00
CNS
-
MAN
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£1,094
Fri 29/510:35
MAN
-
CNS
1 stop45h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 12/612:10
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops30h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 12/1£1,100

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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 29/5

07:00-05:55

2 stops37h 55m

Cairns

Fri 12/6

12:30-09:50

2 stops54h 20m

£1,038

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 14/5

11:10-08:40

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Sun 17/5

15:35-19:20

3 stops36h 45m

£1,064

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 29/5

10:35-17:00

1 stop45h 25m

Cairns

Fri 12/6

12:10-09:15

2 stops30h 05m

£1,100

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 3/6

10:35-09:50

2 stops38h 15m

Cairns

Wed 24/6

18:15-09:15

1 stop48h 00m

£1,216

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 3/4

11:10-16:55

2 stops44h 45m

Cairns

Tue 21/4

12:35-07:55

2 stops52h 20m

£1,246

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 3/6

14:05-09:45

3 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Wed 24/6

12:35-07:45

2 stops52h 10m

£1,268

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 8/3

10:25-10:45

2 stops62h 20m

Cairns

Thu 12/3

14:50-07:55

2 stops51h 05m

£1,270

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 9/7

08:05-23:20

2 stops30h 15m

Cairns

Fri 24/7

19:15-07:45

2 stops45h 30m

£1,336

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 3/5

05:20-18:25

3 stops52h 05m

£543

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 3/5

10:35-17:00

1 stop21h 25m

£813

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Deals found on 11/1

Best time to book a flight from Sheffield to Cairns

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sheffield to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Cairns?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cairns (average of £741). Flying from Sheffield to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,397). 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.

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 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andSWISS from Sheffield 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,847 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,709 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sheffield 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 Sheffield?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Sheffield to Cairns. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cairns from Sheffield; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Sheffield per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Cairns airport from Sheffield. It is only a 2.8 mi journey from Cairns (CNS) to Cairns’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sheffield to Cairns?

    A quick flight from Sheffield to Cairns can take about 45h 25m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £1,100. Sheffield and Cairns are separated by a distance of 9380 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cairns (average of £741). Flying from Sheffield to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,397). 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 7 airlines flying from Sheffield to Cairns

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sheffield 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 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£726Average£979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£807Average£1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£856Average£1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,033Average£1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,128Average£1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,144Average£1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,148Average£1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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