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Cheap flights from York to Cairns from £575

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
25 Aug — 1 Sep1
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 26 July 2026.

Thu 26/1121:30
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1217:35
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops60h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£1,087
Mon 14/911:10
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/1018:15
CNS
-
MAN
1 stop24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£1,132
Fri 4/921:45
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/916:35
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£1,146
Mon 7/914:55
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/919:15
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops50h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£1,167
Fri 4/914:55
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/921:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops42h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£1,167
Sat 29/811:10
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/919:10
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops46h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£1,230
Fri 11/920:45
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/910:15
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£1,236
Sat 29/811:10
MAN
-
CNS
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/907:00
CNS
-
MAN
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£1,256

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 26 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£1,087

One-way from

£575

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,688
26/11-10/12
  • 26/11-10/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 91h 30m total
  • York to Cairns
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3/10
  • 3/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 55m total
  • York to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£140 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 7/9

10:40-18:25

3 stops70h 45m

Cairns

Mon 21/9

19:10-21:50

3 stops59h 40m

£1,249

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 13/8

08:05-11:25

2 stops42h 20m

Cairns

Mon 31/8

19:15-06:20

2 stops44h 05m

£1,272

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 14/9

13:10-09:20

3 stops59h 10m

Cairns

Sun 11/10

06:45-09:35

3 stops59h 50m

£1,301

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 6/9

09:50-11:50

2 stops41h 00m

Cairns

Sun 13/9

15:45-07:45

2 stops49h 00m

£1,347

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Tue 8/9

09:50-22:45

2 stops51h 55m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

13:55-19:15

2 stops38h 20m

£1,348

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 4/9

17:35-09:20

3 stops54h 45m

Cairns

Sat 19/9

11:00-21:50

3 stops43h 50m

£1,384

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 27/8

11:10-11:50

2 stops63h 40m

Cairns

Sat 12/9

13:40-08:15

2 stops51h 35m

£1,456
Fastest return journey

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Mon 14/9

10:35-17:00

1 stop21h 25m

Cairns

Sun 11/10

18:15-09:15

1 stop48h 00m

£1,462

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 27/8

08:05-11:25

2 stops42h 20m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

16:35-13:10

2 stops53h 35m

£1,473

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sun 30/8

11:10-11:50

2 stops39h 40m

Cairns

Sat 12/9

13:40-08:15

2 stops51h 35m

£1,479

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Everything you need to know about your flight from York to Cairns

How much does it cost for a return flight from York to Cairns?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
York to Cairns flights typically cost between £1,493 and £1,958 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £1,087 on Multiple Airlines (26 Nov–10 Dec).

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 26 July 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
1,581 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
1,581 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,581 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
1,067 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,581 reviews
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Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
2,018 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,581 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
3,744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,581 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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
8,157 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,581 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

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. 5 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 41h. The distance from York to Cairns is about 9380 mi.

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

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Top 5 airlines flying from York to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£778Average£1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£829Average£1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,013Average£1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,110Average£1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,180Average£1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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