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Cheapest return flight
£1,325
Typical prices: £1,237-£1,647
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Sat 8/12Sat 15/12
BHX - CNS • 3 stops
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Cairns (BHX-CNS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Cairns

Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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07:40 - 08:30BHX  Birmingham-CNS Cairns
38h 50m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
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10:55 - 06:10CNS  Cairns-BHX Birmingham
53h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
£1,325Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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08:10 - 04:35BHX  Birmingham-CNS Cairns
34h 25m3 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl Tokyo Narita
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09:45 - 12:30CNS  Cairns-BHX Birmingham
36h 45m3 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Barcelona-El Prat
£1,340Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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07:40 - 14:55BHX  Birmingham-CNS Cairns
45h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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10:55 - 06:10CNS  Cairns-BHX Birmingham
53h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
£1,347Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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13:45 - 04:35BHX  Birmingham-CNS Cairns
52h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Tokyo Narita
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18:05 - 18:45CNS  Cairns-BHX Birmingham
34h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
£1,530Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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08:00 - 22:40BHX  Birmingham-CNS Cairns
28h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane
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09:45 - 12:30CNS  Cairns-BHX Birmingham
36h 45m3 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Barcelona-El Prat
£1,605Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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16:50 - 08:20BHX  Birmingham-CNS Cairns
53h 30m3 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:40 - 10:00CNS  Cairns-BHX Birmingham
61h 20m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi Istanbul
£1,636Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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13:45 - 16:50BHX  Birmingham-CNS Cairns
41h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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13:50 - 18:45CNS  Cairns-BHX Birmingham
38h 55m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
£1,973Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Birmingham to Cairns flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Birmingham to Cairns?

Emirates (£1,973) offered the cheapest return ticket from Birmingham to Cairns in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Birmingham to Cairns flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

£1,325
Beat the crowds with an average 85% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Birmingham to Cairns

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham to Cairns based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Birmingham to Cairns flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Cairns?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Birmingham to Cairns.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Cairns?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Cairns flight?

    Return flights from Birmingham to Cairns range from £1,237 to £1,647, with an average of £1,390 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,237 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Cairns changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £1,325 to £1,973. That means the highest observed fare was about 48% higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Cairns?

    Flights from Birmingham to Cairns usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Cairns?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Birmingham to Cairns. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £1,237 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £1,678, a difference of £441.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Cairns?

    Cairns is 10 hours ahead of Birmingham (Eastern Australia Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Cairns flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £1,237, about £441 less than Tuesday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Cairns trip for February. Fares historically average £1,112 return in that month – typically £696 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cairns Airport.

    • Cairns Sheridan Hotel

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