Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is ten hours behind Cairns.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your CNS to MAN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport. Changi International Airport is a top stopover on the CNS to MAN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport flight is RM1,814. A return plane ticket is currently RM4,455. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from CNS to MAN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CNS to MAN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairns Airport, 71.55% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Cairns Airport from central Cairns, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near CNS? If you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're getting in on a late Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near MAN:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice to explore Manchester and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Manchester. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Manchester. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CNS to MAN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 113 kilometres south of Manchester, Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.