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

Flights from Manila to Cairns usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Manila to Cairns.

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

One-stop flights from Manila to Cairns most commonly connect through: • Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) - 92% of one-stop connections • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 4% of one-stop connections • Melbourne (MEL) - 3% of one-stop connections • Brisbane (BNE) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Manila to Cairns. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ₱41,380 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₱77,132, a difference of ₱35,752. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Manila to Cairns?

A nonstop flight from Manila to Cairns takes 00m, covering 7,113 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Manila 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.

Have flight prices from Manila to Cairns changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about ₱44,194 to ₱86,917. That means the highest observed fare was about 96% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Manila to Cairns looking right now?

One-way fares from Manila to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₱26,510, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manila to Cairns?

Flying via Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 01m, compared with 13h 17m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 15h 19m via Brisbane (BNE).

What is the time difference between Manila and Cairns?

Cairns is 2 hours ahead of Manila (Eastern Australia Time vs Philippine Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Manila to Cairns range from ₱43,138 to ₱60,450, with an average of ₱49,362 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₱43,138 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Manila to Cairns?

Round-trip flights from Manila to Cairns typically range from ₱43,138 to ₱60,450. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₱44,194, on Air Niugini.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to Cairns. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

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

Air Niugini (₱44,194) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Manila to Cairns in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Manila to Cairns?

Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) is the most popular layover for the Manila to Cairns route. 92% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via POM.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Manila to Cairns?

Flights via Melbourne (MEL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of ₱44,659. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Manila to Cairns, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) had the shortest average connection time for Manila to Cairns layovers at 8h 19m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: ₱43,138–₱60,450

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Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest • Avg ₱44,659 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 13h 01m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Manila to Cairns

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 3

9:25 pm - 11:00 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

11h 35m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

7:00 am - 8:15 pmCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

15h 15m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

₱44,194Air Niugini

1 day ago

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 3

9:25 pm - 11:00 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

11h 35m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

7:00 am - 8:15 pmCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

15h 15m1 stop Port Moresby Jackson Fld

₱44,258Air Niugini

3+ days ago

Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Jan 5

3:45 am - 5:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

24h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

9:45 am - 7:05 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

23h 20m1 stop Melbourne

₱48,224Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Jan 5

3:45 am - 5:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

24h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

9:45 am - 7:05 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

23h 20m1 stop Melbourne

₱49,631Multiple Airlines

20 hours ago

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

6:30 am - 5:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

21h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

9:45 am - 5:15 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

21h 30m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

₱54,811Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 5

2:55 pm - 9:00 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

16h 05m2 stops Cebu City Mactan Intl Brisbane

2:40 pm - 7:05 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

18h 25m1 stop Melbourne

₱55,451Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 5

4:20 pm - 9:00 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

14h 40m2 stops Cebu City Mactan Intl Brisbane

2:40 pm - 7:05 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

18h 25m1 stop Melbourne

₱56,730Multiple Airlines

20 hours ago

Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14

3:45 am - 5:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

24h 00m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

7:15 pm - 5:20 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

12h 05m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

₱56,986Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

5:35 am - 5:15 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

21h 40m1 stop Perth

9:45 am - 5:15 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

21h 30m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

₱58,329Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

6:30 am - 5:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-CNS Cairns

21h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

9:45 am - 6:45 amCNS Cairns-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

23h 00m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl

₱59,032Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

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How much is a round-trip flight from Manila to Cairns? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Manila to Cairns departing in february.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to Cairns?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to Cairns. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Manila to Cairns?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Manila to Cairns.
How long is a flight from Manila to Cairns?
A nonstop flight from Manila to Cairns takes 00m, covering 7,113 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Manila 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 Manila to Cairns flight?
Round-trip flights from Manila to Cairns range from ₱43,138 to ₱60,450, with an average of ₱49,362 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₱43,138 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Manila to Cairns changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about ₱44,194 to ₱86,917. That means the highest observed fare was about 96% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Manila to Cairns looking right now?
One-way fares from Manila to Cairns are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₱26,510, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Manila to Cairns?
Flights from Manila to Cairns usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at Cairns (CNS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Manila to Cairns pass through?
One-stop flights from Manila to Cairns most commonly connect through:

• Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) - 92% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 4% of one-stop connections
• Melbourne (MEL) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Brisbane (BNE) - 1% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manila to Cairns?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Manila to Cairns. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ₱41,380 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₱77,132, a difference of ₱35,752.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manila to Cairns?
Flying via Port Moresby Jackson Fld (POM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 01m, compared with 13h 17m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 15h 19m via Brisbane (BNE).
What is the time difference between Manila and Cairns?
Cairns is 2 hours ahead of Manila (Eastern Australia Time vs Philippine Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₱41,380, about ₱35,752 less than Thursday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manila to Cairns trip for March. Fares historically average ₱35,752 round-trip in that month - typically ₱37,543 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
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