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₱11,612+ Cheap flights to Cairns

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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
Aug 22 — Aug 291
1 adult

Flights to Cairns in 2025

Find the latest flights to Cairns in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 411,093 searches and data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

₱36,329

One-way from

₱11,612

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₱37,269
9/14-9/20
  • 9/14-9/20
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 10m total
  • Manila to Cairns
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11/25
  • 11/25
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 35m total
  • Manila to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (₱424,952 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (₱185,062 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cairns. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on August 17, 2025.

Sun 9/1411:25 pmMNL - CNS
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/209:30 pmCNS - MNL
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15₱36,329

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Locate flights to Cairns that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 411,093 searches and data was last updated on August 17, 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 9/14

11:25 pm-9:15 am

1 stop31h 50m

Cairns

Sat 9/20

9:30 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

₱36,329

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 11/25

1:10 am-5:45 am

2 stops26h 35m

₱11,612

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 11/23

3:40 am-5:45 am

1 stop24h 05m

₱12,165

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 11/25

11:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop31h 20m

₱13,216

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 11/20

3:40 am-5:45 am

1 stop24h 05m

₱13,381

ManilaCairns

MNL - CNS

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 11/22

11:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop33h 15m

₱13,658

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Deals found on 8/16

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Cairns

How long is the flight to Cairns?

On average, a flight from Manila to Cairns takes 15 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Cairns from other popular cities in Philippines will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cairns?

The most popular airlines flying from Manila to Cairns are Air Niugini and Qantas Airways.

Air Niugini
Air Niugini
From ₱536
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From ₱898

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cairns?

The cheapest airlines flying from Manila to Cairns are Air Niugini and Qantas Airways.

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. Travelers 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 August 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways to Australia. 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

FAQs about flying to Cairns

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns?

    Most people fly into Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight to Cairns. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cairns if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cairns on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cairns?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Niugini is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cairns.

  • Does Cairns have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cairns can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cairns?

    Yes. Cairns has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the closest property to Cairns (0.0 km away from Cairns).

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