--- title: "Flights to Cairns (CNS) from Manchester (MAN) | Expedia.co.uk" description: "Reserve one-way or return flights from Manchester to Cairns with no change fee on selected flights. Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards! Get 2026 flight deals for now!" canonical: "https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/cns/manchester-to-cairns" language: en-GB market: GB currency: GBP prices_as_of: 2026-11-14T06:36:51Z --- # £697 Cheap Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns (CNS) ![A turquoise lagoon with a white sandbar surrounded by clear blue water.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5459523/e771b361-b106-438f-9715-975dbc96071a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) [View £697 flight on Sun, 23 May 2027](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:23/05/2027TANYT&trip=oneway&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:696.58&airProductToken=AQplCjAI06IBEgMzMDEYjGggkmoo%5F-itAzCk760DOEtAAFgBagVGRjUxTHIISzk1R0JPRDEKMQjTogESAzIwMxiSaiCikwEo9O-tAzCJ860DOEtAAVgBagVGRjUxTHIISzk1R0JPRDESCggBEAEYASoCU1EYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAP) ## Popular airlines from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) [Emirates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:05/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"EK"}}]) [Qatar Airways](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:05/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"QR"}}]) [Singapore Airlines](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:05/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"SQ"}}]) [KLM](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:05/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"KL"}}]) [Qantas Airways](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:05/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"QF"}}]) [Lufthansa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:05/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LH"}}]) [Cathay Pacific](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:05/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"CX"}}]) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ### Book smarter Save up to 25% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login) ## Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cairns (MAN-CNS) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £697 for one-way flights and £1,025 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. All deals One way Return [Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Wed, 1 Sept from Manchester to Cairns, returning Wed, 15 Sept, priced at £1,025 Found 4 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:01/09/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:15/09/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1024.59&airProductToken=AQqeAQoyCMywARIDMzkxGIxoILk8KMDYtgMwuNm2AzhLQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjMsAESAzE2MBi5PCCtnAEo-dm2AzCK4LYDOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwozCMqiARICMjYYrZwBIKKTASiZ5bYDMNbotgM4SUABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCp4BCjMIyqIBEgIyNRiikwEgrZwBKITztwMwwfa3AzhaQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjMsAESAzE2MRitnAEguTwouP63AzCZhbgDOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwoyCMywARIDMzkwGLk8IIxoKJuLuAMwk4y4AzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMSCggBEAEYASoCTFgYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Wed, 1 Sept - Wed, 15 Sept · MAN · CNS · From £1,025 · Return [Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, 1 Sept from Manchester to Cairns, returning Wed, 15 Sept, priced at £1,027 Found 4 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:01/09/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:15/09/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1026.29&airProductToken=AQqrAQo%5FCMyQARIENDUyORiMaCClBCiR17YDMPrXtgM4S0AAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DegoI1pgBEgQ0NTI5CjMIzJABEgM3MTAYpQQgrZwBKKHatgMwnuC2AzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjKogESAjI2GK2cASCikwEomeW2AzDW6LYDOElAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwqeAQozCMqiARICMjUYopMBIK2cASiE87cDMMH2twM4WkAAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCjMIzLABEgMxNjEYrZwBILk8KLj-twMwmYW4AzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMgjMsAESAzM5MBi5PCCMaCibi7gDMJOMuAM4S0ABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DEgoIARABGAEqAkxIGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) Wed, 1 Sept - Wed, 15 Sept · MAN · CNS · From £1,027 · Return [Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, 24 May from Manchester to Cairns, returning Sun, 6 Jun, priced at £1,027 Found 2 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:24/05/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:06/06/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1026.89&airProductToken=AQqpAQo9CMywARIDMzgxGIxoILk8KIT4rQMw%5FPitAzhLQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkN6CQiymAESAzM4MQozCMywARIDMTYwGLk8IK2cASiZgK4DMKqGrgM4S0ABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCjMIyqIBEgIyNhitnAEgopMBKLmLrgMw9o6uAzhJQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKqwEKMwjKogESAjI1GKKTASCtnAEo5IKvAzChhq8DOElAAFgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwozCMyQARIDNzExGK2cASClBCisjq8DMIiVrwM4S0ABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCj8IzJABEgQ0NTI4GKUEIIxoKNCWrwMwvpevAzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkN6CgjWmAESBDQ1MjgSCggBEAEYASoCTFgYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Mon, 24 May - Sun, 6 Jun · MAN · CNS · From £1,027 · Return [Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, 20 May from Manchester to Cairns, returning Wed, 16 Jun, priced at £1,028 Found 6 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:20/05/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:16/06/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1027.99&airProductToken=AQqrAQo%5FCMyQARIENDUyORiMaCClBCiRxa0DMPrFrQM4S0AAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DegoI1pgBEgQ0NTI5CjMIzJABEgM3MTAYpQQgrZwBKKHIrQMwns6tAzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjKogESAjI2GK2cASCikwEomdOtAzDW1q0DOElAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwqrAQozCMqiARICMjUYopMBIK2cASik868DMOH2rwM4SUAAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCjMIzJABEgM3MTEYrZwBIKUEKOz-rwMwyIWwAzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKPwjMkAESBDQ1MjgYpQQgjGgokIewAzD-h7ADOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQ3oKCNaYARIENDUyOBIKCAEQARgBKgJMSBgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) Thu, 20 May - Wed, 16 Jun · MAN · CNS · From £1,028 · Return [Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, 4 May from Manchester to Cairns, returning Tue, 8 Jun, priced at £1,035 Found 5 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:04/05/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:08/06/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1034.39&airProductToken=AQqrAQo%5FCMyQARIENDUyORiMaCClBCiRkawDMPqRrAM4S0AAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DegoI1pgBEgQ0NTI5CjMIzJABEgM3MTAYpQQgrZwBKKGUrAMwnpqsAzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjKogESAjI2GK2cASCikwEomZ-sAzDWoqwDOElAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwqqAQozCNOiARIDMjA0GKKTASCSaiignK8DMLCfrwM4TkAAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCjIIzJABEgM3ODEYkmogpQQo7J-vAzD4pa8DOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwo%5FCMyQARIENDUyNhilBCCMaCiYp68DMIaorwM4S0ABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DegoI1pgBEgQ0NTI2EgoIARABGAEqAkxIGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) Tue, 4 May - Tue, 8 Jun · MAN · CNS · From £1,035 · Return [Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, 24 May from Manchester to Cairns, returning Sun, 6 Jun, priced at £1,043 Found 2 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:24/05/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:06/06/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1042.49&airProductToken=AQqeAQoyCMyQARIDOTQ3GIxoIKUEKNL3rQMwu%5FitAzhLQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjMkAESAzcxMBilBCCtnAEowYCuAzC-hq4DOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwozCMqiARICMjYYrZwBIKKTASi5i64DMPaOrgM4SUABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCp4BCjMIyqIBEgIyNRiikwEgrZwBKOSCrwMwoYavAzhJQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjMsAESAzE2MRitnAEguTwomI6vAzD5lK8DOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwoyCMywARIDMzkwGLk8IIxoKPuarwMw85uvAzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMSCggBEAEYASoCTEgYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Mon, 24 May - Sun, 6 Jun · MAN · CNS · From £1,043 · Return [Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, 24 May from Manchester to Cairns, returning Sun, 6 Jun, priced at £1,045 Found 2 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:24/05/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:06/06/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1044.19&airProductToken=AQqeAQoyCMyQARIDOTQ3GIxoIKUEKNL3rQMwu%5FitAzhLQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjMkAESAzcxMBilBCCtnAEowYCuAzC-hq4DOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwozCMqiARICMjYYrZwBIKKTASi5i64DMPaOrgM4SUABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DCqsBCjMIyqIBEgIyNRiikwEgrZwBKOSCrwMwoYavAzhJQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1gwWEpZTkMKMwjMkAESAzcxMRitnAEgpQQorI6vAzCIla8DOEtAAVgBagdFQ09DTUZUcghLWDBYSllOQwo%5FCMyQARIENDUyOBilBCCMaCjQlq8DML6XrwM4S0ABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYMFhKWU5DegoI1pgBEgQ0NTI4EgoIARABGAEqAkxIGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) Mon, 24 May - Sun, 6 Jun · MAN · CNS · From £1,045 · Return [Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 22 Feb from Manchester to Cairns, returning Sun, 7 Mar, priced at £1,102 Found 3 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:22/02/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:07/03/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1101.23&airProductToken=AQqLAQotCNSWARIEMTkxNhiMaCDInAEoxvqlAzC7%5FKUDOExAAFgBagJDTHIGTExOQ0xSCiwI1JYBEgI2NhjInAEg45MBKP-FpgMw8oumAzhMQAFYAWoCQ0xyBkxMTkNMUgosCMqiARICOTEY45MBIKKTASjOjaYDMOGPpgM4SUABWAFqAkNMcgZMTE5DTFIKiwEKLAjKogESAjMzGKKTASDjkwEokYKnAzC0h6cDOElAAFgBagJDTHIGTExOQ0xSCiwI1JYBEgI2NxjjkwEgyJwBKLaIpwMw4I6nAzhMQAFYAWoCQ0xyBkxMTkNMUgotCNSWARIEMTk5MxjInAEgjGgo-4-nAzCEkqcDOExAAVgBagJDTHIGTExOQ0xSEgoIARABGAEqAlRLGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) Mon, 22 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar · MAN · CNS · From £1,102 · Return [Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 4 May from Manchester to Cairns, returning Tue, 8 Jun, priced at £1,234 Found 5 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:04/05/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:08/06/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1233.79&airProductToken=AQpjCi8I06IBEgMzMDEYjGggkmoon5OsAzDEmawDOEtAAFgBagVGRjUxTHIHSzE2R0JSTAowCNOiARIDMjAzGJJqIKKTASiUmqwDMKmdrAM4S0ABWAFqBUZGNTFMcgdLMTZHQlJMCmMKMAjTogESAzIwNBiikwEgkmoooJyvAzCwn68DOEtAAFgBagVGRjUxTHIHSzE2R0JSTAovCNOiARIDMzAyGJJqIIxoKIKhrwMwz6evAzhLQAFYAWoFRkY1MUxyB0sxNkdCUkwSCggCEAEYASoCU1EYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAP) Tue, 4 May - Tue, 8 Jun · MAN · CNS · From £1,234 · Return [Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, 22 Feb from Manchester to Cairns, returning Sun, 7 Mar, priced at £1,297 Found 3 days ago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:22/02/2027TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:07/03/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1296.03&airProductToken=AQqaAQosCMWWARICMjAYjGgg4w0o2PmlAzCL%5FaUDOExAAFgBagJZUHIITExCU1BHQjEKLQjFlgESAzQwNhjjDSCMWSiI%5FqUDMK2EpgM4TEAAWAFqAllQcghMTEJTUEdCMQo7CMWWARIENTcwMhiMWSCikwEor4WmAzD3hqYDOExAAFgBagJZUHIITExCU1BHQjF6CgjRjAESBDU3MDIKmgEKOwjFlgESBDU3MDMYopMBIIxZKISDpwMw0YSnAzhMQABYAWoCWVByCExMQlNQR0IxegoI0YwBEgQ1NzAzCi0IxZYBEgM0MDkYjFkg4w0oo4unAzDrkacDOExAAFgBagJZUHIITExCU1BHQjEKLAjFlgESAjIxGOMNIIxoKIGYpwMw65unAzhMQABYAWoCWVByCExMQlNQR0IxEgoIAhABGAEqAkVLGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwCw) Mon, 22 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar · MAN · CNS · From £1,297 · Return ## Alternative airports near Cairns Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change. [Select flight to Cairns Intl. CNS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 8 minutes. Flights from £1,599](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flights-Search?leg1=from:MAN,to:CNS,departure:28/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:CNS,to:MAN,departure:02/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&sortOrder=INCREASING&sortType=PRICE) 8 min ## Book with confidence ### Compare flights from Manchester to Cairns easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Manchester to Cairns. Operating between them flights per day, 6 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Cairns Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Manchester to Cairns Intl.. To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. #### Grab a great deal on your flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns Intl. (CNS) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Manchester to Cairns today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Manchester to Cairns Intl. start at just £1,025 and range up to £1,297\. To find an even better deal, try - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Manchester and Cairns - booking your flight during September, the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper #### Why you should book your Manchester to Cairns flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Manchester to Cairns Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you. Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does a flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) cost? You can find cheap one-way flights from £697 and cheap return flights £1,025 MAN to CNS with Expedia. One-way flights typically cost between £925 and £3987, and return flights often range between £1963 and £7703\. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when MAN to CNS ticket fares go up or down. ### What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? The cheapest months to fly from MAN to CNS are typically during off-peak season when demand is low. Traveling in off-peak or shoulder months is usually a good way to secure cheap tickets, just remember to avoid flying during holidays if you are able to. Use the calendar view in your search to see which months have low fares on this route. ### Which airlines fly direct from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS)? Enter MAN to CNS and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights. ### What is the cheapest airline that flies from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? KLM is one of the cheapest airlines offering connecting flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), with return tickets starting from around £2437 for flights that can be booked for departure within the next year. These flights typically include a layover in Schiphol (AMS). Prices are per adult, for economy/coach class. Use Expedia's search tool to compare the prices and schedules of airlines that fly this route to find the best option for your plans and budget. ### How do I find cheap flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? To find a cheap flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up [Price Tracking](https://www.expedia.co.uk/why/price-tracking) and receive alerts when fares go up or down. ### What is the best time to fly from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience. ### How many flights per day from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? There are approximately 30 connecting flights per day from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.). Some common connection points include Dubai Intl. (DXB), Hamad Intl. (DOH), and Istanbul Airport (IST). ### What is the earliest flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS)? Sort flights by "Departure (earliest)" on Expedia to find the earliest flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS). To compare more early flights, use the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search. ### What day of the week has the most flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? You'll typically find the most flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) on a Sunday, with around 34 flights available. This gives you a good selection for your travel plans. Major airlines on this route include British Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways. Flight options are notably more plentiful on Sundays compared to other days of the week. ### What are the most popular departure times for flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? The most popular departure times for flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) are between 9am and 12pm. Many major carriers, including Finnair, Cathay Pacific and Emirates, offer flights during this window. Many travellers prefer these morning flights as they allow for an early start to their journey. ### How long does it take to fly from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? A flight from MAN to CNS with a layover takes around 21 hours 20 minutes, with the route covering approximately 15,105 kilometers. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic. ### Can you fly business or first class from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? Select the "Business class" and "First class" filters when looking for MAN to CNS flights on Expedia. This is the easiest way to compare prices, routes and flight times for your trip. ### How do I earn miles on a Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS) flight with Expedia? It's easy to earn miles on a Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of [One Key™](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key), you can also earn OneKeyCash™\* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia. \*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands. ### Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS) at the last minute? Typically, booking a last minute flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare. ### Is it cheaper to book a Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS) flight and hotel package? Securing a Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS) [flight and hotel package](https://www.expedia.co.uk/cairns.d553248635404168639.holidays-city-breaks) is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars. ### Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)? If you booked your Manchester (MAN) to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in [your itinerary](https://www.expedia.co.uk/trips) or confirmation email. Or, head to our [Customer Service portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/helpcenter/) if you'd like more information. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Manchester Airport | | ------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Destination airport | Cairns Intl. Airport | | Distance | 9,385 miles away | | Airlines serving | Emirates, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, KLM, Qantas Airways, Lufthansa, Cathay Pacific, British Airways, Japan Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Air New Zealand | | Popular airline | Emirates | | Return price | £1,025 | ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Holiday Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [4 Star Hotels in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/4Star-Cairns-Hotels.s40-0-d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cheap Hotels in Cairns and Barrier Reef](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-And-Barrier-Reef-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d553248635975749650-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Serviced Apartments in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Apart-Hotels.d553248635404168639-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Caravan Parks in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Caravan-Parks.d553248635404168639-aaCaravanParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Hotels near Cairns Esplanade](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Hotels.0-l6127785-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [116 Cairns One Resort Style Accomodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-116-Cairns-One-Resort-Style-Accomodation-Tropical-Luxury-Resort-Style-Living-Pools.h106065865.Hotel-Information) - [32c continuously heated pool 300m to beach Seaside@PalmCove](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-32c-Continuously-Heated-Pool-300m-To-Beach-SeasidePalmCove.h57116491.Hotel-Information) - [All-Inclusive Hotels in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d553248635404168639-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Crystalbrook Bailey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Bailey-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h36684912.Hotel-Information) - [Hotel Tropiq](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Rainbow-Resort.h201315.Hotel-Information) - [Cairns Rainforest Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Rainforest-Retreat.h57116150.Hotel-Information) - [Crystalbrook Flynn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Flynn-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h45852781.Hotel-Information) - [Stunning Resort Apartment w/ 9 Pools & Gym Access](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-La-Palma-Cairns-Resort.h110610257.Hotel-Information) - [Luxury Hotels in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d553248635404168639-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Romantic Hotels in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Romantic-Hotel.0-0-d553248635404168639-tRomanticHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [The Reef House Adults Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-The-Reef-House-Adults-Retreat.h460497.Hotel-Information) - [The Villas Palm Cove](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-The-Villas-Palm-Cove.h1784991.Hotel-Information) - [Cairns Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hotels near Cairns Intl.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Intl-Airport-Hotels.0-aCNS-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Villas in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Villas.d553248635404168639-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [All-Inclusive Hotels in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cairns-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6052994-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Gay-Friendly Hotels in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cairns-Gay-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6052994-tGayFriendlyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Hotels with Early Check-in in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cairns-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-0-d6052994-thotelwithearlycheckin.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [All-Inclusive Hotels in Edge Hill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edge-Hill-Cairns-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-n6131758-0-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Edge Hill Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edge-Hill-Cairns-Hotels.0-n6131758-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Cheap Hotels in Holloways Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holloways-Beach-Cairns-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-n180147-0-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Manoora Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manoora-Cairns-Hotels.0-n6131532-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Beach Resorts & in Manunda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manunda-Cairns-Hotels-Beach-Hotels.0-n6131531-0-tBeachHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Reef Fleet Terminal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reef-Fleet-Terminal-Hotels.0-l6164815-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Rydges Hotels in Stratford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Cairns-Hotels-Rydges.0-n6268317-0--bRydges.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Flights to Cairns Intl.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cairns-Intl.d5459523.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Flights to Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Flights from Cairns Intl.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/cns/flights-from-cairns-intl-airport) - [British Airways Glasgow (GLA) to Cairns (CNS) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/british-airways-from-glasgow-intl-to-cairns-intl/ba/gla/cns) - [British Airways Manchester (MAN) to Cairns (CNS) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/british-airways-from-manchester-to-cairns-intl/ba/man/cns) - [Emirates London (STN) to Cairns (CNS) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/emirates-from-stansted-to-cairns-intl/ek/stn/cns) - [Qantas Airways Manchester (MAN) to Cairns (CNS) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/qantas-airways-from-manchester-to-cairns-intl/qf/man/cns) - [Flights from Aberdeen (ABZ) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/abz/cns/aberdeen-to-cairns) - [Flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/adl/cns/adelaide-to-cairns) - [Flights from Auckland (AKL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/akl/cns/auckland-to-cairns) - [Flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ams/cns/amsterdam-to-cairns) - [Flights from Ayers Rock (AYQ) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ayq/cns/ayers-rock-to-cairns) - [Flights from Belfast (BFS) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bfs/cns/belfast-to-cairns) - [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/cns/birmingham-to-cairns) - [Flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bkk/cns/bangkok-to-cairns) - [Flights from Broome (BME) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bme/cns/broome-to-cairns) - [Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bne/cns/brisbane-to-cairns) - [Flights from Ballina (BNK) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bnk/cns/ballina-to-cairns) - [Flights from Canberra (CBR) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cbr/cns/canberra-to-cairns) - [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cdg/cns/paris-to-cairns) - [Flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/chc/cns/christchurch-to-cairns) - [Flights from Cardiff (CWL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cwl/cns/cardiff-to-cairns) - [Flights from Denpasar (DPS) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dps/cns/denpasar-to-cairns) - [Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/drw/cns/darwin-to-cairns) - [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dub/cns/dublin-to-cairns) - [Flights from Dubai (DXB) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dxb/cns/dubai-to-cairns) - [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/cns/edinburgh-to-cairns) - [Flights from Esperance (EPR) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/epr/cns/esperance-to-cairns) - [Flights from Glasgow (GLA) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/cns/glasgow-to-cairns) - [Flights from Hobart (HBA) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/hba/cns/hobart-to-cairns) - [Flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/hkg/cns/hong-kong-to-cairns) - [Flights from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/hti/cns/hamilton-island-to-cairns) - [Flights from Seoul (ICN) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/icn/cns/seoul-to-cairns) - [Flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/kul/cns/kuala-lumpur-to-cairns) - [Flights from Leeds (LBA) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lba/cns/leeds-to-cairns) - [Flights from London (LGW) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lgw/cns/london-to-cairns) - [Flights from London (LHR) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/cns/london-to-cairns) - [Flights from London (LON) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lon/cns/london-to-cairns) - [Flights from Maroochydore (MCY) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mcy/cns/maroochydore-to-cairns) - [Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mel/cns/melbourne-to-cairns) - [Flights from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mky/cns/mackay-to-cairns) - [Flights from Manila (MNL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mnl/cns/manila-to-cairns) - [Flights from Newcastle (NCL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/cns/newcastle-to-cairns) - [Flights from Tokyo (NRT) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/nrt/cns/tokyo-to-cairns) - [Flights from Norwich (NWI) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/nwi/cns/norwich-to-cairns) - [Flights from Gold Coast (OOL) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ool/cns/gold-coast-to-cairns) - [Flights from Perth (PER) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/per/cns/perth-to-cairns) - [Flights from Port Moresby (POM) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/pom/cns/port-moresby-to-cairns) - [Flights from Proserpine (PPP) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ppp/cns/proserpine-to-cairns) - [Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sfo/cns/san-francisco-to-cairns) - [Flights from Singapore (SIN) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sin/cns/singapore-to-cairns) - [Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/syd/cns/sydney-to-cairns) - [Flights from Tokyo (TYO) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/tyo/cns/tokyo-to-cairns) - [Flights from Toowoomba (WTB) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/wtb/cns/toowoomba-to-cairns) - [Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Cairns (CNS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/zqn/cns/queenstown-to-cairns) - [Visit Edge Hill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Edge-Hill.dx6131758) - [Cairns Esplanade](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Attraction) - [Visit Holloways Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Holloways-Beach.dx180147) - [Cairns Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns.d553248635404168639.Holidays-City-Breaks) - [Cairns Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns.d6052994.Holidays-City-Breaks) - [Visit Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) - [Esplanade Lagoon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Attraction) - [Scuba Diving Holiday Packages Cairns and Barrier Reef](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/scuba-diving-holidays/553248635975749650/Cairns-And-Barrier-Reef) - [Rental cars Cairns Intl. airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cairns-Intl.d5459523.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Car hire Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Car hire near Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cairns.d6052994.Car-Hire-Destinations) - [Redspot Rental Cars in Cairns and Barrier Reef](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Redspot-Car-Rentals-In-Cairns-And-Barrier-Reef.d553248635975749650-c1078.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Cairns Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cairns.d6052994.Holiday-Rental-Destinations) - [Things to do in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities) \*Available to Expedia members. ## Other language versions ```yaml hreflang: x-default: https://www.expedia.com/lp/flights/man/cns/manchester-to-cairns en-GB: https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/cns/manchester-to-cairns en-US: https://www.expedia.com/lp/flights/man/cns/manchester-to-cairns ar: https://www.expedia.sa/lp/flights/man/cns/manchester-to-cairns en-AU: https://www.expedia.com.au/lp/flights/man/cns/manchester-to-cairns en-SG: https://www.expedia.com.sg/lp/flights/man/cns/manchester-to-cairns ```