Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Manchester?

Flights from Cairns to Manchester usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Manchester (MAN).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cairns to Manchester: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Manchester pass through?

Most connecting flights from Cairns to Manchester pass through Singapore Changi (SIN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Cairns to Manchester. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £1,024 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,632, a difference of £608. 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 popular places can I visit in Manchester?

Some of the most popular sights in Manchester are Etihad Stadium, Heaton Park, and Manchester Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Manchester on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Cairns to Manchester?

A direct flight from Cairns to Manchester takes 00m, covering 9,380 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Manchester?

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 are flight prices from Cairns to Manchester looking right now?

One-way fares from Cairns to Manchester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £531, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Manchester?

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

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

Return flights from Cairns to Manchester range from £1,003 to £1,415, with an average of £1,193 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,003 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Cairns to Manchester?

Return flights from Cairns to Manchester typically range from £1,003 to £1,415. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £981 on Virgin Australia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Manchester?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Manchester. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Manchester?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Manchester at £878 return. •December (£1,581) and November (£1,416) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Virgin Australia (£981) and Singapore Airlines (£1,497) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cairns to Manchester according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cairns to Manchester?

Flights via Singapore Changi (SIN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £1,244. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cairns to Manchester, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Singapore Changi (SIN) had the shortest average connection time for Cairns to Manchester stopovers at 15h 27m over the past 3 months.

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£982Virgin Australia

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06:00 - 12:20CNS Cairns-MAN Manchester

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07:45 - 23:05MAN Manchester-CNS Cairns

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£984Virgin Australia

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06:40 - 11:15CNS Cairns-MAN Manchester

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20:40 - 10:55MAN Manchester-CNS Cairns

28h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Melbourne

£1,154Multiple Airlines

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06:40 - 07:55CNS Cairns-MAN Manchester

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14:45 - 05:45MAN Manchester-CNS Cairns

29h 00m3 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Istanbul Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

£1,190Multiple Airlines

Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

18:20 - 08:35CNS Cairns-MAN Manchester

24h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

10:05 - 17:15MAN Manchester-CNS Cairns

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£1,497Singapore Airlines

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24h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

10:05 - 17:15MAN Manchester-CNS Cairns

21h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

£1,497Singapore Airlines

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18:20 - 08:35CNS Cairns-MAN Manchester

24h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

10:05 - 17:15MAN Manchester-CNS Cairns

21h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

£1,500Singapore Airlines

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11:40 - 18:35CNS Cairns-MAN Manchester

40h 55m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Manchester? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cairns to Manchester departing in February.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Manchester?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Manchester. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Manchester? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Cairns to Manchester, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •August is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Manchester at £878 return.
•December (£1,581) and November (£1,416) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Manchester?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cairns to Manchester:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
How long is a flight from Cairns to Manchester?
A direct flight from Cairns to Manchester takes 00m, covering 9,380 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Manchester?
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 Cairns to Manchester flight?
Return flights from Cairns to Manchester range from £1,003 to £1,415, with an average of £1,193 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,003 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Cairns to Manchester looking right now?
One-way fares from Cairns to Manchester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £531, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Manchester?
Flights from Cairns to Manchester usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Manchester (MAN).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Manchester pass through?
Most connecting flights from Cairns to Manchester pass through Singapore Changi (SIN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Manchester?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Cairns to Manchester. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £1,024 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,632, a difference of £608.

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 Cairns and Manchester?
Manchester is 10 hours behind Cairns (British Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Manchester?
Some of the most popular sights in Manchester are Etihad Stadium, Heaton Park, and Manchester Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Manchester on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £1,024, about £608 less than Saturday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Manchester trip for August. Fares historically average £878 return in that month – typically £703 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Manchester Airport.

• Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport By IHG
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