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Cheap flights from York to Cairns from £724

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
9 Mei — 16 Mei1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from York to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from York to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Rab 21/1011:10
MAN
-
CNS
3 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sab 14/1119:15
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops45h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4£1,026
Min 21/621:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops29h 30m
Emirates
Sen 21/913:55
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops38h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 8/4£1,136
Min 21/621:45
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops28h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sel 22/921:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops42h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4£1,153
Sab 7/1123:15
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sab 28/1109:45
CNS
-
MAN
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4£1,156
Rab 6/514:05
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops36h 10m
Qantas Airways
Rab 27/509:10
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops35h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/4£1,157
Rab 6/514:05
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops44h 25m
Emirates
Rab 27/512:35
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops32h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4£1,158
Min 21/621:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops28h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sel 22/915:35
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops36h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/4£1,173
Rab 17/609:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Rab 16/911:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4£1,176
Rab 6/521:20
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops28h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sab 16/509:10
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops35h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/4£1,177

Find flight deals from York to Cairns

Keep the following information in mind while searching for York to Cairns flight deals. Data was last updated 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£1,136

One-way from

£724

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,366
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 21/6-21/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 50m total
  • York to Cairns
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • York to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£210 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Min 21/6

17:35-05:30

2 stops26h 55m

Cairns

Sen 21/9

14:50-22:25

3 stops40h 35m

£1,267

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Min 21/6

09:50-11:50

2 stops41h 00m

Cairns

Kam 24/9

06:00-19:15

2 stops46h 15m

£1,280

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sen 22/6

21:20-13:40

2 stops31h 20m

Cairns

Rab 23/9

06:45-12:00

2 stops38h 15m

£1,281

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Rab 13/5

21:20-18:25

2 stops36h 05m

Cairns

Min 17/5

06:45-12:00

2 stops38h 15m

£1,281

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sel 23/6

21:20-21:00

2 stops38h 40m

Cairns

Rab 23/9

06:45-12:00

2 stops38h 15m

£1,282

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sen 15/6

09:50-11:50

2 stops41h 00m

Cairns

Rab 16/9

13:40-07:45

2 stops51h 05m

£1,283

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Rab 6/5

09:50-13:40

2 stops42h 50m

Cairns

Min 10/5

10:15-12:00

2 stops34h 45m

£1,286

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Min 3/5

09:50-05:30

2 stops34h 40m

Cairns

Jum 22/5

10:10-12:00

2 stops34h 50m

£1,297

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Jum 19/6

21:20-18:25

2 stops36h 05m

Cairns

Sel 22/9

06:45-12:00

2 stops38h 15m

£1,301

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Min 24/5

14:05-11:50

2 stops36h 45m

Cairns

Min 31/5

06:00-19:15

2 stops46h 15m

£1,302

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Best time to book a flight from York to Cairns

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from York to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from York to Cairns (average of £738). Flying from York to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,428). 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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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 9 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andSWISS from York to Cairns. 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,018 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,916 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
3,727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
7,903 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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 York 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 York?

    For a flight from York to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 2.8 mi from the center of the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from York per day. 6 airlines have flights to Cairns from York on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from York to Cairns?

    Departing from York to Cairns will take you 31h 20m. The distance from York to Cairns is about 9380 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from York to Cairns (average of £738). Flying from York to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,428). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£728Average£985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£809Average£1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,006Average£1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,147Average£1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,154Average£1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,177Average£1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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