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Cheap flights from London to Cairns from £456

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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CNS
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Cairns are usually found in May or September, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Cairns (CNS). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£961

One-way from

£456

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,092
6/3-9/3
  • 6/3-9/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 50m total
  • London to Cairns
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20/3
  • 20/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 15m total
  • London to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£149 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from London to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 6/320:15LHR - CNS
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/306:00CNS - LHR
2 stops43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£961
Fri 9/520:35LHR - CNS
1 stop35h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 19/518:15CNS - LHR
1 stop30h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2£962
Fri 9/510:15LGW - CNS
1 stop45h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 19/518:15CNS - LGW
1 stop21h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2£962
Thu 6/306:35LGW - CNS
3 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/306:00CNS - LGW
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£979
Thu 6/308:30STN - CNS
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/319:10CNS - STN
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£1,032
Fri 9/518:35LGW - CNS
2 stops37h 25mSWISS
Mon 19/518:15CNS - LGW
3 stops32h 35mSWISS
Deal found 20/2£1,115
Mon 28/421:45LGW - CNS
2 stops28h 20mEmirates
Thu 8/515:35CNS - LGW
2 stops37h 10mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£1,116
Fri 7/1118:40LHR - CNS
2 stops36h 40mSWISS
Fri 28/1118:35CNS - LHR
3 stops28h 25mSWISS
Deal found 21/2£1,203
Fri 7/1110:00LCY - CNS
2 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1118:35CNS - LCY
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£1,216
Thu 6/320:15STN - CNS
2 stops29h 50mEmirates
Sun 9/312:45CNS - STN
3 stops57h 20mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£1,225
Fri 9/520:50LHR - CNS
2 stops29h 45mQantas Airways
Mon 19/506:00CNS - LHR
3 stops33h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2£1,354
Thu 13/309:10LHR - CNS
3 stops40h 55mEmirates
Sun 30/306:00CNS - LHR
2 stops45h 40mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£1,357

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London

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Price

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 6/3

20:15-12:05

2 stops29h 50m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

06:00-15:00

2 stops43h 00m

£961

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

20:35-17:00

1 stop35h 25m

Cairns

Mon 19/5

18:15-15:45

1 stop30h 30m

£962

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Fri 9/5

10:15-17:00

1 stop45h 45m

Cairns

Mon 19/5

18:15-06:25

1 stop21h 10m

£962

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Thu 6/3

06:35-06:10

3 stops37h 35m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

06:00-06:30

2 stops34h 30m

£979

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Thu 6/3

08:30-06:10

3 stops35h 40m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

19:10-17:45

3 stops32h 35m

£1,032

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Fri 9/5

18:35-17:00

2 stops37h 25m

Cairns

Mon 19/5

18:15-17:50

3 stops32h 35m

£1,115

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Mon 28/4

21:45-11:05

2 stops28h 20m

Cairns

Thu 8/5

15:35-19:45

2 stops37h 10m

£1,116

LondonCairns

STN - CNS

STNCNS

London Stansted

Thu 6/3

20:15-12:05

2 stops29h 50m

Cairns

Sun 9/3

12:45-12:05

3 stops57h 20m

£1,225

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

20:50-11:35

2 stops29h 45m

Cairns

Mon 19/5

06:00-06:35

3 stops33h 35m

£1,354

LondonCairns

LHR - CNS

LHRCNS

London Heathrow

Thu 13/3

09:10-12:05

3 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Sun 30/3

06:00-17:40

2 stops45h 40m

£1,357

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Best time to book a flight from London to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from London to Cairns

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 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 London to Cairns?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from London to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,027). 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Cairns in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 66% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Cairns flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Emirates and Singapore Airlines from London to Cairns to help guide your decision. 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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Diego,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

overall very good; just found a bit poor the food options in Narita airport but the in the flight it was good but limited (no real choice to avoid seafood or clearly stay away from pork..); most of the food was tasty tho and the choice was nice, specially their snacks and dessert and drinks. The in-flight systems was so-so (too complicated interface; they should rehaul with a proper UIX), and I specially appreciated their segments of videos capsules about the behind the scenes including an overview of technicalities of their aircraft and days in the life of their pilots. It was refreshing and give a good ideas of the efforts and challenges every employees has to deal with. Loved it!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Diego,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

overall very good; just found a bit poor the food options in Narita airport but the in the flight it was good but limited (no real choice to avoid seafood or clearly stay away from pork..); most of the food was tasty tho and the choice was nice, specially their snacks and dessert and drinks. The in-flight systems was so-so (too complicated interface; they should rehaul with a proper UIX), and I specially appreciated their segments of videos capsules about the behind the scenes including an overview of technicalities of their aircraft and days in the life of their pilots. It was refreshing and give a good ideas of the efforts and challenges every employees has to deal with. Loved it!

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Diego,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

overall very good; just found a bit poor the food options in Narita airport but the in the flight it was good but limited (no real choice to avoid seafood or clearly stay away from pork..); most of the food was tasty tho and the choice was nice, specially their snacks and dessert and drinks. The in-flight systems was so-so (too complicated interface; they should rehaul with a proper UIX), and I specially appreciated their segments of videos capsules about the behind the scenes including an overview of technicalities of their aircraft and days in the life of their pilots. It was refreshing and give a good ideas of the efforts and challenges every employees has to deal with. Loved it!

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Diego,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

overall very good; just found a bit poor the food options in Narita airport but the in the flight it was good but limited (no real choice to avoid seafood or clearly stay away from pork..); most of the food was tasty tho and the choice was nice, specially their snacks and dessert and drinks. The in-flight systems was so-so (too complicated interface; they should rehaul with a proper UIX), and I specially appreciated their segments of videos capsules about the behind the scenes including an overview of technicalities of their aircraft and days in the life of their pilots. It was refreshing and give a good ideas of the efforts and challenges every employees has to deal with. Loved it!

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Diego,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

overall very good; just found a bit poor the food options in Narita airport but the in the flight it was good but limited (no real choice to avoid seafood or clearly stay away from pork..); most of the food was tasty tho and the choice was nice, specially their snacks and dessert and drinks. The in-flight systems was so-so (too complicated interface; they should rehaul with a proper UIX), and I specially appreciated their segments of videos capsules about the behind the scenes including an overview of technicalities of their aircraft and days in the life of their pilots. It was refreshing and give a good ideas of the efforts and challenges every employees has to deal with. Loved it!

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Diego,Nov 2024

HKG - NRT

overall very good; just found a bit poor the food options in Narita airport but the in the flight it was good but limited (no real choice to avoid seafood or clearly stay away from pork..); most of the food was tasty tho and the choice was nice, specially their snacks and dessert and drinks. The in-flight systems was so-so (too complicated interface; they should rehaul with a proper UIX), and I specially appreciated their segments of videos capsules about the behind the scenes including an overview of technicalities of their aircraft and days in the life of their pilots. It was refreshing and give a good ideas of the efforts and challenges every employees has to deal with. Loved it!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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 London?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns from London. On average, Cairns has 0 inbound flights from London per day from 6 airlines. Cairns is conveniently located just 2.8 mi from Cairns’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Cairns round-trip?

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at £962. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at £1,115 and £1,116, respectively. Singapore Airlines is priced at 23% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Cairns one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £547 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £749 and Emirates from £838 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from London to Cairns is London Heathrow - Cairns. You may also consider London Gatwick - Cairns or London Stansted - Cairns.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from London to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,027). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from London to Cairns

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Cathay PacificCheapest£772Average£946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£802Average£1,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£869Average£1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£888Average£1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest£1,106Average£1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,209Average£1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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