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Cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns from £440

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CNS
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Manchester to Cairns are usually found in March or May, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£1,222

One-way from

£440

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,393
31/5-28/6
  • 31/5-28/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 96h 00m total
  • Manchester to Cairns
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12/3
  • 12/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Manchester to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£80 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Mon 27/1017:40MAN - CNS
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1118:35CNS - MAN
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£830
Tue 28/1006:25MAN - CNS
2 stops24h 55mLufthansa
Mon 10/1118:35CNS - MAN
2 stops27h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 19/2£1,053
Mon 27/1018:50MAN - CNS
2 stops36h 30mSWISS
Wed 12/1118:35CNS - MAN
2 stops23h 35mSWISS
Deal found 19/2£1,077
Sun 26/1019:50MAN - CNS
2 stops29h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/1110:55CNS - MAN
2 stops41h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/2£1,299
Sun 26/1007:45MAN - CNS
2 stops29h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 13/1111:45CNS - MAN
2 stops34h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/2£1,433
Sat 31/518:15MAN - CNS
3 stops33h 40mBritish Airways
Sat 28/613:40CNS - MAN
3 stops51h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/2£1,506
Sat 31/510:35MAN - CNS
1 stop21h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sat 28/606:00CNS - MAN
2 stops36h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/2£1,635
Thu 30/1020:40MAN - CNS
2 stops31h 10mEmirates
Sun 9/1115:35CNS - MAN
2 stops29h 40mEmirates
Deal found 19/2£1,668
Fri 23/510:05MAN - CNS
2 stops33h 20mFinnair
Sun 29/612:00CNS - MAN
2 stops30h 20mFinnair
Deal found 19/2£6,002
Thu 22/509:50MAN - CNS
2 stops47h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 29/615:20CNS - MAN
2 stops49h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2£6,624

Find flights from Manchester to Cairns within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Cairns 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 20 February 2025.

Fly from

Manchester

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Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 31/5

18:10-17:00

2 stops37h 50m

Cairns

Sat 28/6

11:40-12:50

2 stops58h 10m

£1,222

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 31/5

18:15-12:55

3 stops33h 40m

Cairns

Sat 28/6

13:40-07:45

3 stops51h 05m

£1,506

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 31/5

10:35-17:00

1 stop21h 25m

Cairns

Sat 28/6

06:00-09:15

2 stops36h 15m

£1,635

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Sat 5/4

09:50-11:35

2 stops40h 45m

Cairns

Sat 12/4

18:35-07:45

2 stops46h 10m

£2,445

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Fri 23/5

10:05-04:25

2 stops33h 20m

Cairns

Sun 29/6

12:00-09:20

2 stops30h 20m

£6,002

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 22/5

09:50-17:50

2 stops47h 00m

Cairns

Sun 29/6

15:20-07:45

2 stops49h 25m

£6,624

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Wed 12/3

15:50-06:10

3 stops52h 20m

£440

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 20/3

10:45-17:20

1 stop68h 35m

£779

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 27/3

17:40-17:00

3 stops61h 20m

£898

ManchesterCairns

MAN - CNS

MANCNS

Manchester

Thu 27/3

10:25-10:30

1 stop38h 05m

£908

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Deals found on 19/2

Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cairns

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Travel insights for flights from Manchester to Cairns

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

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

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

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Manchester 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 MAN to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 20 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Manchester to Cairns in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Cairns flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday 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 20 February 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,301 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,274 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
817 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Manchester to Cairns is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £1,506 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and Emirates, starting at £1,635 and £2,445 round-trip.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £779 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from £898 and Cathay Pacific from £908 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Cairns (average of £1,372). Flying from Manchester 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 7 airlines flying from Manchester to Cairns

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LufthansaCheapest£833Average£1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£881Average£953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£942Average£1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,110Average£1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,174Average£1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£1,184Average£1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£1,198Average£1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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