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Airlines Flying from Manchester to Cairns

Choose from 5 carriers that fly from Manchester to Cairns, including Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, and Emirates. Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Singapore Airlines.
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Flight deals from Manchester to Cairns

Find the cheapest flights from Manchester to Cairns within the next three months. Book one-way flights from £861 or return tickets from £968.

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Flight Information from Manchester to Cairns

The distance between Manchester and Cairns is about 15,105.18km. The most popular month to Cairns is March. The off-season for travel is May.

Cheapest one-way flight price£861
Cheapest return ticket price£968
Off-season travel monthMay
Peak season for travelMarch
Flight distance15,105.18km
Popular airlineJuneyao Airlines

Find the best time to fly from Manchester to Cairns

The cheapest time for Manchester to Cairns flights: Nov 23 to Nov 30 — one way flight prices from £445.

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FAQ

  • What are the cheapest flights from Manchester to Cairns (MAN-CNS)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Singapore Airlines offers one-way fares as low as £861 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MAN to CNS on Tue, Nov 11), while Swiss Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £968 departing on Sun, Nov 9 and returning on Sun, Nov 16.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Manchester to Cairns with the following airlines, including: Hainan Airlines Juneyao Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Manchester to Cairns is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • To find best deals on flights from Manchester to Cairns, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Nov 11, with one-way flights priced at just £861.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Singapore Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Cairns travel is around March.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Manchester to Cairns is May, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester to Cairns on September 27, 2025 with Singapore Airlines, with prices starting at £1,449.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cairns, with Manchester Airport to Cairns Airport (MAN-CNS) is by far the most common option on this route: Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The time difference between Cairns and Manchester is 10h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

How to find a cheap flight from Manchester to Cairns

Wait until the last minute and flight costs are often sky-high. Plan ahead, book the right way, and your savings can soar. We have loads of saving tips to help you find a cheap flight from Manchester to Cairns. Book your flights at the right time and save more.
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Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight from Manchester to Cairns.
Simply tap "Date" on the flight search bar to browse through the calendar and check out airfare from Manchester to Cairns over the next 6 months in 2025. If you're planning to fly within the next three months, it looks like the most affordable option is on Tue, Nov 11, with one-way flights priced at just £861.
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Compare cheap flight deals from Manchester to Cairns across hundreds of airlines.
With our extensive search, you can compare prices from over 500 airlines to find the cheapest flight tickets from Manchester to Cairns. The cheapest airline for this route is Singapore Airlines.
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It's usually best to book early. Flight tickets are often cheapest when they're first released, typically about a year before the departure date. So, have a look online as soon as the flights you're interested in become available. If you miss the cheapest time, you might still find some good deals as the departure date gets closer.
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Flights to Cairns from Manchester

Find cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns at Trip.com. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture and delicious cuisine, tickets from Manchester to Cairns are popular with travellers looking for both a short or longer getaway. You can travel from Manchester to Cairns in just 17 hours 45 mins, making it a convenient destination to get to. And with tickets starting at just £659, there’s never been a better time to fly from Manchester to Cairns. Compare cheap flights at Trip.com today and start planning an exciting adventure.

How to find a cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns

Flying on a weekday instead of a weekend, booking in advance and choosing to fly with budget airlines are just a few ways you can find the best deals and secure cheap flights from Manchester to Cairns.

Airlines that fly from Manchester to Cairns

Airlines including British Airways, Qantas Airways Limited, all fly from Manchester to Cairns.

Flight distance & Flight time from Manchester to Cairns

The distance between Manchester and Cairns is 8999 miles, with flights taking 17 hours 45 mins.

Departure from Manchester Airport to Cairns

It’s easy to get to Manchester Airport from the city centre. There are regular direct trains from Manchester Piccadilly station which take around 20 minutes, with tickets from just £3.10. The Manchester Metrolink is another convenient way to get to the airport. It’s a 25-minute tram ride and costs £4.60. Alternatively, Stagecoach offer 24-hour buses for just £2. You can catch numbers 43 or 103 from Piccadilly Gardens, with a journey time of around 45 minutes. You can also get a 30-minute taxi with prices starting from £20.

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