Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Cairns from £431

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CNS
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£776

One-way from

£431

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,023
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 23/2-16/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 50m total
  • United Kingdom to Cairns
12/11
  • 12/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Cairns
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£121 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£34 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Cairns

Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Mon 27/1021:00LHR - CNS
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1106:40CNS - LHR
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£827
Mon 27/1010:30LGW - CNS
2 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1119:30CNS - LGW
2 stops52h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£845
Wed 15/1021:20LHR - CNS
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1006:00CNS - LHR
2 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£854
Mon 13/1021:20LHR - CNS
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1010:00CNS - LHR
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£873
Sun 12/1021:20LHR - CNS
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1006:00CNS - LHR
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£876
Sun 2/1110:25MAN - CNS
2 stops50h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1112:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£939
Sun 2/1110:25MAN - CNS
2 stops44h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/1112:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/9£942
Sun 12/1019:00LGW - CNS
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1006:00CNS - LGW
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£943
Wed 5/1110:25MAN - CNS
2 stops44h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/1111:35CNS - MAN
2 stops54h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/9£943
Wed 5/1110:25MAN - CNS
2 stops44h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/1112:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/9£944
Sat 1/1116:50LHR - CNS
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1115:35CNS - LHR
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£945
Sun 2/1110:25MAN - CNS
2 stops50h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1112:35CNS - MAN
2 stops53h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£969

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 18 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

United Kingdom

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCairns

LCY - CNS

LCYCNS

London City

Mon 23/2

19:10-17:20

2 stops36h 10m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

18:35-08:35

2 stops24h 00m

£802

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

10:30-22:05

2 stops49h 35m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

19:30-14:00

2 stops52h 30m

£845

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Wed 15/10

21:20-08:25

2 stops50h 05m

Cairns

Wed 22/10

06:00-18:40

2 stops45h 40m

£854

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 23/2

20:05-10:30

2 stops52h 25m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

18:35-13:00

3 stops28h 25m

£882

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 23/2

09:20-17:20

1 stop46h 00m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

18:35-06:25

1 stop21h 50m

£911

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 5/11

10:25-16:50

2 stops44h 25m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

11:35-07:55

2 stops54h 20m

£943

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sun 12/10

19:00-19:40

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Wed 29/10

06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

£943

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

22:05-16:50

2 stops32h 45m

Cairns

Mon 10/11

17:35-20:10

2 stops36h 35m

£958

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 5/11

10:25-16:50

2 stops44h 25m

Cairns

Thu 13/11

11:35-07:55

2 stops54h 20m

£973

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 2/11

10:25-16:50

2 stops44h 25m

Cairns

Sun 9/11

11:35-07:55

2 stops54h 20m

£973

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/9

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Cairns

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cairns from United Kingdom with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Cairns

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 18 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from United Kingdom to Cairns as you normally would.

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 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andSWISS from the United Kingdom 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns from United Kingdom. Cairns is conveniently located just 2.8 mi from Cairns’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Cairns?

    Airlines like SWISS, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific fly from United Kingdom to Cairns in about 36h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 50m. United Kingdom and Cairns are separated by a distance of 9391 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Cairns?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Cairns?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Cairns?

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

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for United Kingdom to Cairns

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 8 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Cairns

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£692Average£1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search SWISS flights
Cathay PacificCheapest£770Average£1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
LufthansaCheapest£809Average£1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Search Lufthansa flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapest£821Average£1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
EmiratesCheapest£1,011Average£1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,110Average£1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,128Average£1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Japan AirlinesCheapest£1,343Average£1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search Japan Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from United Kingdom to Cairns?

Cheapflights helps you search for flights from United Kingdom to Cairns via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from United Kingdom to Cairns?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Cairns from United Kingdom by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from United Kingdom to Cairns with no change fees?

Need flexible booking options for your flight to Cairns from United Kingdom? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from United Kingdom to Cairns become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on United Kingdom to Cairns flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.