Flights from London to Cairns

Arriving in Cairns

Book your flights to Cairns with Etihad Airways and get ready to experience the calming presence of the Great Barrier Reef with its numerous wonders.

Plan Your Cairns Holiday

You will be engulfed by a variety of exotic experiences when you travel to Cairns. Activities like kitesurfing and skydiving pump up the adrenaline, while those who want to enjoy the peace can go on a reef cruise or relax in the lagoons. Shopping enthusiasts will find plenty of shopping centres to buy souvenirs for family and friends. The beautiful scenery and weather are perfect whether you're on a romantic getaway or family holiday. Book your tickets to Cairns in advance to attend the Rainforest and the Annual Reef Carnivals.

The best time for travellers to experience nature’s treasure-trove in Cairns is in its winter months from June to August. Planning a trip from November to May is a good decision if you want to find cheap hotels in Cairns. To watch the marine stingers in their natural habitat travel during this season also. Be sure to find attractive flight deals to Cairns by checking out the offers in our Deals section.

Flying from London

Book your flights from London to hundreds of destinations worldwide with Etihad Airways. We ensure exceptional service from the time of reservation until your arrival at your destination.

Major Airports in London

Six international airports serve London with Heathrow (LHR) being the largest. Heathrow has five passenger terminals. Terminals 1 and 3 are a short walk from each other, while free trains and buses serve 4 and 5.

The Gatwick Airport (LGW) is London’s second largest airport with two terminals, which are connected by a free shuttle service for passengers.

Airport Transportation in London

A taxi to Heathrow Airport from central London typically takes between 50 and 75 minutes. If you’re getting a train to Heathrow Airport, the Heathrow Express takes between 15 and 32 minutes depending on the terminal you need. Alternatively, you can get a bus to Heathrow Airport, which stops between Terminals 1 and 3. The station is open 24 hours and the travel centre is open from 06:00 to 22:30.

A taxi to Gatwick Airport will take close to 65 minutes while a train to Gatwick Airport takes 30 minutes. You can also catch a bus to Gatwick Airport. The trip lasts 1 hour 5 minutes.

Choose Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, for flights from London to Cairns on which you will be travelling in comfort and style.