Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns pass through?

Most connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £1,045 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £1,653, a difference of £607. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns takes 00m, covering 9,413 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport 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 are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns looking right now?

One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £609, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Cairns?

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

How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Cairns flight?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns range from £1,093 to £1,524, with an average of £1,279 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,093 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns. It's 19% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns at £1,056 return. •January (£2,053) and December (£1,933) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

Singapore Airlines (£1,082) offered the cheapest return ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?

Flights via Singapore Changi (SIN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £1,376. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Singapore Changi (SIN) had the shortest average connection time for London Gatwick Airport to Cairns stopovers at 13h 46m over the past 3 months.

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£939

Typical prices: £1,093-£1,524

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£477

Typical prices: £555-£780

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Mon, 5 Apr - Mon, 3 May

11:35 - 18:25LGW London Gatwick-CNS Cairns

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£939Multiple Airlines

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£943Multiple Airlines

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£946Multiple Airlines

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£1,004Multiple Airlines

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£1,034Multiple Airlines

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£1,041Multiple Airlines

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£1,045Multiple Airlines

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09:20 - 17:15LGW London Gatwick-CNS Cairns

21h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

18:20 - 09:05CNS Cairns-LGW London Gatwick

24h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

£1,082Singapore Airlines

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09:20 - 17:15LGW London Gatwick-CNS Cairns

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£1,090Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

10:30 - 17:30LGW London Gatwick-CNS Cairns

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£1,099Multiple Airlines

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£1,139Multiple Airlines

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49h 00m3 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

11:40 - 22:35CNS Cairns-LGW London Gatwick

44h 55m3 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi Istanbul

£1,198Multiple Airlines

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09:45 - 07:10CNS Cairns-LGW London Gatwick

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£1,343Multiple Airlines

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40h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane

10:20 - 11:40CNS Cairns-LGW London Gatwick

35h 20m2 stops Adelaide Dubai Intl

£1,353Emirates

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13:40 - 08:30LGW London Gatwick-CNS Cairns

32h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane

10:20 - 11:40CNS Cairns-LGW London Gatwick

35h 20m2 stops Adelaide Dubai Intl

£1,360Emirates

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20:25 - 22:40LGW London Gatwick-CNS Cairns

40h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane

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42h 05m2 stops Adelaide Dubai Intl

£1,373Emirates

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21h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

18:40 - 06:25CNS Cairns-LGW London Gatwick

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£1,726Singapore Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

09:20 - 17:15LGW London Gatwick-CNS Cairns

21h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

18:20 - 06:25CNS Cairns-LGW London Gatwick

22h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

£1,833Singapore Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns. It's 19% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •May is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns at £1,056 return.
•January (£2,053) and December (£1,933) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?
A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns takes 00m, covering 9,413 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cairns flight?
Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns range from £1,093 to £1,524, with an average of £1,279 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,093 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns looking right now?
One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £609, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).
Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns pass through?
Most connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns 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 London Gatwick Airport to Cairns?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £1,045 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £1,653, a difference of £607.

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

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £1,045, about £607 less than Sunday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Cairns trip for May. Fares historically average £1,056 return in that month – typically £997 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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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