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Flight deals from London to Cairns Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Cairns Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,515. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairns.$2,208 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with China Eastern and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sat, 9 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,208, select.

Cairns.$2,337 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,337, select.

Cairns.$2,345 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,345, select.

Cairns.$2,346 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,346, select.

Cairns.$2,437 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,437, select.

Cairns.$2,442 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,442, select.

Cairns.$2,515 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sun, 10 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,515, select.

Cairns.$2,515 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,515, select.

Cairns.$2,518 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,518, select.

Cairns.$2,519 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Fri, 26 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,519, select.

Cairns.$2,578 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,578, select.

Cairns.$2,595 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cairns on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,595, select.

Cairns.$2,623 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,623, select.

Cairns.$2,630 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,630, select.

Cairns.$2,645 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairns on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,645, select.

Cairns.$2,645 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cairns on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,645, select.

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London to Cairns: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from London to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London to Cairns?

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Cairns is $2,208. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Cairns?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Cairns. But we found flights with one stop from $2,208.

How many flights are there a week from London to Cairns?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from London to Cairns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Cairns is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London to Cairns Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Cairns Airport on Saturday, 2 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London to Cairns Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Cairns Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairns?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairns but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairns?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Cairns with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Cairns is China Eastern .

Flying from London to Cairns Airport (CNS): What you need to know

The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is ten hours ahead of London. Cairns Airport is located in Cairns.
Your flight from London to CNS won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

We make it easy to book cheap flights from London to CNS that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LHR and CNS include:
- Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Perth Airport (PER)
Located around 24 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London to Cairns Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Cairns Airport. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and CNS.
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to CNS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down as expected.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Cairns Airport flight:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving on time, STN is a dependable starting point for your journey.

About Cairns Airport (CNS)

Have a late flight from London to Cairns Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near CNS and be in snooze mode sooner:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your London to Cairns Airport flight.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

From Cairns Airport, central Cairns is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Cairns Airport (CNS)

At the moment, $1,234 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Cairns Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,208. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to CNS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Affordable London to Cairns Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from London to CNS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a price drop.
Find a cheap flight from London to Cairns Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from London to Cairns Airport (CNS)

July is the most popular month for flights from London to Cairns Airport (CNS). Plan your visit to Cairns in December for a more laid-back experience.
Book a London to CNS plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cairns to range from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Cairns Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 25ºC.

More about Cairns

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairns right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from London to Cairns Airport:
Your trip to Cairns wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you can't miss include Great Barrier Reef, Barrier Reef Park and Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard.

Explore more of Australia

Townsville is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Great Barrier Reef Aquarium and Botanic Gardens.
Where to next? Journey to North Ward. It's roughly 290 kilometres southeast of Cairns and boasts highlights including The Strand Beach and Jezzine Fort.