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Flights from Cairns to Manila

There are no direct flights from Cairns to Manila. The easiest way is one stop via Port Moresby or Denpasar (Bali), about 8h 28m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 8h 28m
CNSMNLPOM

Cairns to Manila at a glance

Fastest journey8h 28mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Port Moresby or Denpasar (Bali)

Best ways to fly from Cairns to Manila

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
CNS Port Moresby (POM) MNL
Leg 1: Air Niugini · Leg 2: Air Niugini, Philippine Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~8h 28m
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CNS Denpasar (Bali) (DPS) MNL
Leg 1: Jetstar Airways · Leg 2: Philippine Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~11h 07m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
4,437 km2,755 miles
Journey time
8h 28mestimate
Time difference
-2hManila vs Cairns
Currency in Manila
PHP
Airports
CNS → MNL

Flights from Cairns to Manila: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Cairns to Manila?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Port Moresby and Denpasar (Bali). Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Manila?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 8h 28m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 4,437 km.
Where do you change planes between Cairns and Manila?
The best connecting points are Port Moresby (POM) and Denpasar (Bali) (DPS). Air Niugini flies both legs via Port Moresby, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Cairns and Manila?
Cairns: Cairns International Airport (CNS). Manila: Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
What is the time difference between Cairns and Manila?
Manila is 2 hours behind Cairns.

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