Question 1

How popular is this Maroochydore to Cairns flight route?

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The Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns flight path was viewed by 384 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 2

How long is the flight from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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Airlines like Jetstar fly from Maroochydore to Cairns in about 2h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. There are 1318 km between Maroochydore and Cairns. Generally, flights for this route are direct. Find deals

Question 3

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip?

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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip from $153. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. Jetstar is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

Question 4

How far ahead should I book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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The best time to book flights from Maroochydore to Cairns is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight. Find deals

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns (average of $166). Flying from Maroochydore to Cairns in October is currently the most expensive (average of $233). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 6

What is the cheapest day to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Maroochydore to Cairns flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Question 9

What are the cheapest flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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The cheapest flight price from Maroochydore to Cairns is $122. On average you can expect to pay $231. The most popular route, (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Cairns), can usually be booked for $159.

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 69% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

Question 11

How far in advance should I book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 87% on flights from Maroochydore to Cairns compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $231. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $391.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Cairns from Maroochydore average $313. You can even find prices in February for less than $313, as users have found deals to Cairns from as low as $170. The month of October appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cairns from Maroochydore. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 55%.

Question 13

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MCY to CNS?

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It’s optimal to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 68% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Question 14

What airports do I use to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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You will need to book a flight from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns if you want to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Cairns (CNS) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Cairns from the Maroochydore airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from MCY to CNS to be around 2h 20m.

Question 15

Can I find deals for flights from Maroochydore to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Maroochydore to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 16

How can I find direct flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Maroochydore to Cairns.

Question 17

Can I find deals for business class flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Maroochydore to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Maroochydore to Cairns. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Maroochydore to Cairns?

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It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Maroochydore to Cairns.

Question 20

Can Cheapflights find flights from Maroochydore to Cairns with no change fees?

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Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Maroochydore to Cairns, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Question 21

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Maroochydore to Cairns become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Maroochydore to Cairns flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

Round-trip from	$213
One-way from	$75
Popular in	October
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$288
Good round-trip deal	$266 or less
Good one-way deal	$139 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$153	Average$273	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$227	Average$490	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

Cheap flights from Maroochydore to Cairns from $75

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns are usually found in February or March, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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