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Cheap flights from Cairns to London from £451

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — LON
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 22 April 2026.

Sun 7/611:00
CNS
-
LHR
3 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/622:00
LHR
-
CNS
3 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£941
Wed 17/611:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/809:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£947
Wed 13/512:35
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/509:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£957
Tue 2/606:45
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/609:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£959
Mon 1/611:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/609:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£1,021
Fri 5/611:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/609:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£1,028
Sun 17/506:45
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/509:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£1,046
Wed 13/515:45
CNS
-
STN
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/521:05
STN
-
CNS
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£1,047
Mon 15/606:45
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/809:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£1,047
Wed 13/515:45
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/521:45
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£1,052
Thu 4/615:45
CNS
-
LGW
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/621:45
LGW
-
CNS
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£1,053
Thu 4/620:00
CNS
-
LHR
2 stops49h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/609:30
LHR
-
CNS
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£1,063

Find 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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£941

One-way from

£451

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,136
7/6-12/6
  • 7/6-12/6
  • 6 total stops
  • 79h 20m total
  • Cairns to London
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 20m total
  • Cairns to London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to London 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 22 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Sun 7/6

21:40-12:45

2 stops48h 05m

London Heathrow

Fri 12/6

09:30-09:20

2 stops38h 50m

£1,040

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Tue 19/5

12:35-12:55

2 stops33h 20m

London Stansted

Tue 26/5

14:55-16:55

2 stops41h 00m

£1,077

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Tue 2/6

12:35-12:55

2 stops33h 20m

London Stansted

Tue 9/6

14:55-08:40

2 stops32h 45m

£1,092

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Mon 1/6

12:35-21:30

2 stops41h 55m

London Gatwick

Thu 18/6

21:45-19:30

2 stops36h 45m

£1,100

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Mon 15/6

17:00-12:55

2 stops28h 55m

London Stansted

Mon 24/8

21:05-11:50

2 stops29h 45m

£1,294

CairnsLondon

CNS - STN

CNSSTN

Cairns

Wed 15/7

15:45-18:45

2 stops36h 00m

London Stansted

Sat 8/8

21:05-16:15

2 stops34h 10m

£1,328

CairnsLondon

CNS - LHR

CNSLHR

Cairns

Mon 15/6

16:55-14:10

2 stops30h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 24/8

15:05-09:50

2 stops33h 45m

£1,368

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Sun 21/6

12:30-06:35

2 stops51h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 15/7

12:35-05:55

2 stops32h 20m

£1,383

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Mon 15/6

17:00-12:35

2 stops28h 35m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/8

21:45-11:50

2 stops29h 05m

£1,389
Fastest return journey

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Mon 15/6

18:15-06:55

1 stop21h 40m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/8

10:05-17:00

1 stop21h 55m

£1,402

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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 17 April 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 2 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to London (average of £623). Flying from Cairns to London in January is currently the most expensive (average of £912). 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.

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

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 92% 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 £1,300.

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 22m.

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 5h 37m.

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 22 April 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
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines fly from Cairns to London in about 21h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 40m. Cairns and London are separated by a distance of 9413 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to London (average of £623). Flying from Cairns to London in January is currently the most expensive (average of £912). 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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