Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is ten hours behind Cairns and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your CNS to LHR flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Cairns Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Changi International Airport is a popular stopover on the CNS to LHR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
R 8,087 is the lowest price for a one-way Cairns Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 16,873. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CNS to LHR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Cairns Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
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Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
71.55% of flights that leave from Cairns Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CNS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairns Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cairns Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Explore without limits with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Cairns Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to go to London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CNS to LHR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.