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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 646 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairns.536 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 536 €, select.

Cairns.578 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Scoot and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 578 €, select.

Cairns.595 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 595 €, select.

Cairns.617 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Scoot and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 617 €, select.

Cairns.646 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Cairns on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 646 €, select.

Cairns.647 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 647 €, select.

Cairns.649 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Air Niugini.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Cairns on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 649 €, select.

Cairns.779 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 779 €, select.

Cairns.796 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 796 €, select.

Cairns.816 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar Japan and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 816 €, select.

Cairns.913 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Cebu Pacific and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 913 €, select.

Cairns.924 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 924 €, select.

Cairns.924 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 May, returning Tue, 4 May.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 2 May, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 924 €, select.

Cairns.924 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Sun, 24 Jan.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 924 €, select.

Cairns.924 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 924 €, select.

Cairns.927 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr, returning Mon, 12 Apr.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cairns on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From 927 €, select.

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Finding cheap flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns?

The best price we found for a return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns is 536 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns. But we found flights with one or more stops from 536 €.

How many flights are there a week from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Cairns is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport on Monday, 26 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport and Cairns Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairns?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairns but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairns?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns with?

Currently, Cebu Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairns.

Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know

The timezone in Cairns is UTC+10, which is two hours ahead of Manila.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MNL to CNS flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as May, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MNL and CNS:
- Sydney Airport
- Brisbane Airport
- Kansai International (Osaka) Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Cairns Airport (CNS)

Right now, 187 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 536 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MNL to CNS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MNL to CNS.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)

72% of flights that leave from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Manila to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)

Book a hotel close to CNS if you're taking a late Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Cairns Airport rental car and discover Cairns and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Cairns Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns

Cairns Airport to central Cairns has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)

July is the most popular month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Cairns in March.
Book your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Cairns Airport for January if you want to go to Cairns during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MNL to CNS sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Australia

Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cairns. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Great Barrier Reef Aquarium and Botanic Gardens.
If there's time to check out another side of Australia, consider Bowen, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of Cairns. Horseshoe Bay Beach, Sunset Point and Kings Beach are key reasons to visit.