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Cheap flights from Cairns to London from £239

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LON
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairns to London are usually found in February or March, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to London (LON). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£686

One-way from

£239

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,002
16/5-13/6
  • 16/5-13/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 96h 30m total
  • Cairns to London
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5/2
  • 5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Cairns to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£59 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£23 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 Cairns to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Wed 11/209:45CNS - LGW
3 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/305:55LGW - CNS
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1£698
Mon 2/218:05CNS - LGW
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/217:00LGW - CNS
3 stops53h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£758
Wed 18/206:40CNS - LGW
2 stops57h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/310:30LGW - CNS
2 stops44h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£807
Mon 2/206:00CNS - LHR
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/221:00LHR - CNS
2 stops52h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£814
Wed 11/218:35CNS - LGW
1 stop21h 50mSingapore Airlines
Fri 13/309:20LGW - CNS
1 stop46h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/1£817
Wed 18/218:35CNS - LHR
1 stop34h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sat 28/221:45LHR - CNS
1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1£817
Wed 14/106:00CNS - LGW
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/217:00LGW - CNS
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£847
Mon 2/218:35CNS - LHR
1 stop30h 45mSingapore Airlines
Fri 6/210:40LHR - CNS
1 stop44h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1£853
Wed 18/206:00CNS - LHR
2 stops34h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 16/320:10LHR - CNS
2 stops28h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/1£859
Mon 2/211:35CNS - STN
2 stops34h 30mEmirates
Fri 6/214:05STN - CNS
2 stops34h 40mEmirates
Deal found 6/1£860
Fri 27/314:35CNS - LGW
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/418:00LGW - CNS
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£880
Wed 18/206:00CNS - LHR
2 stops34h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 28/220:10LHR - CNS
1 stop29h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/1£885

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Cairns

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London

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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Sat 16/5

06:00-16:00

2 stops43h 00m

London Gatwick

Sat 13/6

18:00-08:30

2 stops53h 30m

£686

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Wed 11/2

09:45-16:10

3 stops40h 25m

London Gatwick

Fri 13/3

05:55-05:45

2 stops37h 50m

£698

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Mon 2/2

18:05-06:30

2 stops46h 25m

London Gatwick

Fri 6/2

17:00-08:30

3 stops53h 30m

£758

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Wed 18/2

18:35-06:25

1 stop21h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 16/3

09:25-17:20

1 stop45h 55m

£817

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Wed 18/2

18:35-19:10

1 stop34h 35m

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

21:45-17:20

1 stop33h 35m

£817

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Wed 18/2

18:35-19:10

1 stop34h 35m

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

21:45-17:20

1 stop33h 35m

£817

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Mon 2/2

11:35-12:05

2 stops34h 30m

London Stansted

Fri 6/2

14:05-10:45

2 stops34h 40m

£860

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Wed 18/2

06:00-06:15

2 stops34h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

20:10-11:50

1 stop29h 40m

£868

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Fri 27/3

14:35-05:40

2 stops49h 05m

London Gatwick

Sat 11/4

18:00-18:25

2 stops39h 25m

£880

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Sat 14/2

11:35-12:05

2 stops58h 30m

London Stansted

Sat 21/2

20:15-10:45

2 stops28h 30m

£904

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to London

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to London. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Cairns to London may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to London (average of £693). Flying from Cairns to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,089). 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’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cairns to London?

Share of one-stop return flights from Cairns to London chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 94% of one-stop itineraries from Cairns to London on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cairns to London?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cairns to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £1,216.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cairns to London?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cairns to London, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 25h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cairns to London?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cairns to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 6h 15m.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 8 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines from Cairns to London have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,429 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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
1,429 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,429 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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 Cairns to London. 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 from for flights from Cairns to London?

    If you book a flight to London from Cairns, you will be flying from Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 2.8 mi from the center of Cairns. There are 0 flights from Cairns to London per day from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to London?

    Airlines like Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Qantas Airways fly from Cairns to London in about 34h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20m. Cairns and London are separated by a distance of 9409 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cairns to London?

    While some choose either Cairns - London Gatwick or Cairns - London Stansted, Cairns - London Heathrow is the most popular route from Cairns to London.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to London (average of £693). Flying from Cairns to London in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,089). 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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