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Flights from Manila to Cairns
There are no direct flights from Manila to Cairns. 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
Manila to Cairns at a glance
Fastest journey8h 28mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Port Moresby or Denpasar (Bali)
Best ways to fly from Manila to Cairns
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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
- +2hCairns vs Manila
- Currency in Cairns
- AUD
- Airports
- MNL → CNS
Flights from Manila to Cairns: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Manila to Cairns?
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 Manila to Cairns?
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 Manila and Cairns?
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 Manila and Cairns?
Manila: Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). Cairns: Cairns International Airport (CNS).
What is the time difference between Manila and Cairns?
Cairns is 2 hours ahead of Manila.
