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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sheffield to Cairns are usually found in February or March, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday
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 6 November 2025.
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 6 November 2025.
Thu 4/1210:25MAN - CNS
2 stops38h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/1211:25CNS - MAN
1 stop30h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11£1,155
Thu 4/1213:15MAN - CNS
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1211:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£1,236
Fri 19/1211:15MAN - CNS
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1209:45CNS - MAN
3 stops47h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£1,750
Fri 19/1210:05MAN - CNS
1 stop45h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 26/1218:35CNS - MAN
1 stop48h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/11£2,898
Sun 21/1213:15MAN - CNS
2 stops35h 30mEmirates
Sun 28/1211:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 10mEmirates
Deal found 6/11£2,924
Sat 20/1220:40MAN - CNS
2 stops52h 05mEmirates
Sat 27/1217:40CNS - MAN
2 stops47h 05mEmirates
Deal found 5/11£2,979
Thu 18/1217:05MAN - CNS
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/111:25CNS - MAN
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£5,293
Best flights from Sheffield to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sheffield to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
Fri 3/417:55MAN - CNS
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/411:40CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£937
Thu 4/1210:25MAN - CNS
2 stops38h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/1212:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11£1,169
Sun 15/314:05MAN - CNS
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 19/310:55CNS - MAN
2 stops35h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/11£1,229
Sun 15/320:40MAN - CNS
2 stops32h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 19/314:35CNS - MAN
2 stops38h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11£1,250
Thu 4/1213:15MAN - CNS
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1211:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£1,236
Thu 15/111:40MAN - CNS
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/106:00CNS - MAN
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11£1,245
Thu 15/110:25MAN - CNS
1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 29/111:25CNS - MAN
1 stop30h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11£1,375
Last-minute flights from Sheffield to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sheffield to Cairns. Data last updated 6 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 4/1210:25MAN - CNS
2 stops38h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/1211:25CNS - MAN
1 stop30h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11£1,155
Thu 4/1213:15MAN - CNS
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1211:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£1,236
Thu 18/1217:05MAN - CNS
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/111:25CNS - MAN
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£5,293
Fri 19/1211:15MAN - CNS
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1209:45CNS - MAN
3 stops47h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£1,750
Fri 19/1210:05MAN - CNS
1 stop45h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 26/1218:35CNS - MAN
1 stop48h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/11£2,898
Sat 20/1220:40MAN - CNS
2 stops52h 05mEmirates
Sat 27/1217:40CNS - MAN
2 stops47h 05mEmirates
Deal found 5/11£2,979
Sun 21/1213:15MAN - CNS
2 stops35h 30mEmirates
Sun 28/1211:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 10mEmirates
Deal found 6/11£2,924
One-way flights from Sheffield to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Sheffield to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 6 November 2025.
Mon 15/1209:00MAN - CNS
3 stops57h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£475
Tue 16/1212:30MAN - CNS
3 stops55h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11£661
Thu 8/110:25MAN - CNS
1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/11£763
Thu 8/118:45MAN - CNS
3 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£786
Tue 16/1210:25MAN - CNS
1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11£1,227
Sun 7/1216:50MAN - CNS
2 stops49h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£2,677
Fri 5/1209:10MAN - CNS
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£3,136
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sheffield 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 6 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sheffield to Cairns that are best for you.
Fly from
Sheffield
Fly to
Cairns
Route
Depart
Return
Price
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Fri 3/4
17:55-17:00
2 stops38h 05m
Cairns
Tue 21/4
11:40-08:05
2 stops53h 25m
£937
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Thu 4/12
10:25-10:45
2 stops38h 20m
Cairns
Thu 11/12
12:35-07:55
2 stops53h 20m
£1,169
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Sun 15/3
14:05-14:55
2 stops38h 50m
Cairns
Thu 19/3
10:55-12:20
2 stops35h 25m
£1,229
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Thu 4/12
13:15-08:30
3 stops33h 15m
Cairns
Thu 11/12
11:35-06:45
2 stops53h 10m
£1,236
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Thu 15/1
11:40-09:55
2 stops36h 15m
Cairns
Thu 29/1
06:00-07:55
2 stops35h 55m
£1,245
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Sun 15/3
20:40-15:10
2 stops32h 30m
Cairns
Thu 19/3
14:35-18:35
2 stops38h 00m
£1,250
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Thu 15/1
10:25-09:55
1 stop37h 30m
Cairns
Thu 29/1
11:25-07:55
1 stop30h 30m
£1,375
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Mon 15/12
09:00-04:35
3 stops57h 35m
£475
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Thu 8/1
18:45-21:25
3 stops40h 40m
£786
ManchesterCairns
MAN - CNS
MANCNS
Manchester
Tue 16/12
11:15-04:35
2 stops31h 20m
£1,043
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Best time to book a flight from Sheffield to Cairns
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sheffield to Cairns
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 31 October 2025.
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cairns (average of £753). Flying from Sheffield to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,254). 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 SH9 to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Sheffield 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 6 November 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Sheffield to Cairns in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Sheffield to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sheffield to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sheffield to Cairns flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 6 November 2025.
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.
3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Related info for your journey
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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 38h 20m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £1,169. Sheffield and Cairns are separated by a distance of 9380 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Cairns (average of £753). Flying from Sheffield to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,254). 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.
Explore flights to Cairns departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 6 November 2025.
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 6 November 2025.
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