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Cheap flights from Manila to Cairns from ₱21,763

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — CNS
Sep 11 — Sep 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manila to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 12, 2026.

Tue 9/112:55 pm -
1 stop31h 25m
Tue 9/87:00 am -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 8/11₱48,355
Thu 9/107:40 pm -
2 stops20h 45m
Sun 9/1310:25 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Deal found 8/11₱48,600
Sat 10/312:55 pm -
1 stop28h 55m
Sat 10/107:00 am -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 8/9₱53,490

Find flight deals from Manila to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manila (MNL) 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 August 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

₱48,355

One-way from

₱21,763

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

₱39,124
9/1-9/8
  • 9/1-9/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 30m total
  • Manila to Cairns
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9/1
  • 9/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 45m total
  • Manila to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (₱794,274 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₱153,085 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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ManilaCairns

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - CNS Cairns

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 9/1

12:55 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Cairns

Tue 9/8

7:00 am-7:05 am

1 stop26h 05m

₱48,355

ManilaCairns

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - CNS Cairns

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 9/10

7:40 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Cairns

Sun 9/13

10:25 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 35m

₱48,600

ManilaCairns

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - CNS Cairns

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sat 10/3

12:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Cairns

Sat 10/10

7:00 am-7:05 am

1 stop26h 05m

₱53,490

ManilaCairns

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - CNS Cairns

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/23

3:00 am-8:30 am

2 stops27h 30m

Cairns

Thu 10/1

6:00 am-2:10 am

2 stops46h 10m

₱63,577
Quickest round-trip

ManilaCairns

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - CNS Cairns

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 9/24

9:45 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Cairns

Thu 10/1

6:00 am-8:25 pm

1 stop16h 25m

₱65,105

ManilaCairns

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - CNS Cairns

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 9/3

8:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop34h 45m

Cairns

Sun 9/6

6:00 am-8:25 pm

1 stop16h 25m

₱71,402
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ManilaCairns

MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl - CNS Cairns

MNLCNS

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 9/1

7:40 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops24h 45m

₱21,763

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manila to Cairns

How often are flights from Manila to Cairns delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Manila and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manila to Cairns flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manila to Cairns flights?

Over the last year, Philippine Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 12, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Manila to Cairns, such as Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,451 reviews
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Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

CGK - HKG

food quality is horrible for premium economy. one of the worst in the airlines. flight attendants is mediocre. won't flight this anymore. better to use Starlux, SQ, or ANA/JAL.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,451 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

CGK - HKG

food quality is horrible for premium economy. one of the worst in the airlines. flight attendants is mediocre. won't flight this anymore. better to use Starlux, SQ, or ANA/JAL.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Manila to Cairns round-trip from ₱33,935. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Cathay Pacific. Users have found that Air Niugini is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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Air Niugini flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Cairns

Top 2 airlines flying from Manila to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Manila to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 411,093 searches. Data last updated August 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air NiuginiCheapest₱33,935Average₱52,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₱42,265Average₱53,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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