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₱13,553+ 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 10/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CNS
Sep 22 — Sep 291
1 adult

Flights to Cairns in 2024

Find the latest flights to Cairns in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 367,268 searches and data was last updated on September 17, 2024.

One-way from

₱13,553

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

₱41,719
10/29
  • 10/29
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Manila to Cairns
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2024

One-way flights to Cairns

Explore one-way flight options to Cairns for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 367,268 searches and data was last updated on September 17, 2024.
Tue 10/298:00 pmMNL - CNS
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15₱13,553
Tue 10/295:20 pmMNL - CNS
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15₱15,896
Mon 10/281:10 amMNL - CNS
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15₱20,915
Tue 10/2911:10 pmMNL - CNS
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15₱22,365
Mon 10/2812:30 amMNL - CNS
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15₱23,369
Sat 12/142:45 amMNL - CNS
1 stop13h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/16₱30,174
Sun 12/155:40 pmMNL - CNS
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16₱30,564
Sun 12/155:40 pmMNL - CNS
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15₱32,795
Sun 12/157:20 amMNL - CNS
1 stop32h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/16₱44,173

Travel insights for flights to Cairns

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

How long is the flight to Cairns?

On average, a flight from Manila to Cairns takes 21 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 cheapest airlines that fly to Cairns?

The cheapest airline flying from Manila to Cairns is Air Niugini.

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 September 17, 2024.
8.1
Very good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

8.1
Very good
1,332 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.6
Good
848 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,332 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

  • What does CNS mean?

    This is defined as Cairns Airport (CNS). Codes like CNS are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • 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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