How popular is this Maroochydore to Cairns flight route?

The Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns flight path was viewed by 408 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

How long is the flight from Maroochydore to Cairns?

Airlines like Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly from Maroochydore to Cairns in about 2h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 05m. There are 1318 km between Maroochydore and Cairns. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back. Find deals

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip from $150. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. Jetstar is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

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

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.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?

The cheapest flight price from Maroochydore to Cairns is $118. On average you can expect to pay $218. The most popular route, (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Cairns), can usually be booked for $193.

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

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.

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

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$97+ Cheap Flights from Maroochydore to Cairns

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

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Round-trip from	$223
One-way from	$97
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	$303
Good round-trip deal	$247 or less
Good one-way deal	$129 or less

Jetstar
30/10-6/11
Nonstop
4h 25m total
Maroochydore to Cairns

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2h 25m total
Maroochydore to Cairns

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Cheapest flights from Maroochydore to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maroochydore to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Wed 24/1215:25MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mJetstar

Sun 11/115:50CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 05mJetstar

Deal found 16/9$337

Wed 15/1019:25MCY - CNS

1 stop27h 25mJetstar

Mon 20/1006:45CNS - MCY

1 stop24h 00mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$367

Thu 2/1014:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mJetstar

Sun 5/1012:00CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 10mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$406

Sat 20/914:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mJetstar

Sun 21/912:00CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 10mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$418

Wed 24/1215:25MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/123:55CNS - MCY

1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9$459

Wed 24/1209:30MCY - CNS

2 stops13h 35mVirgin Australia

Sun 11/108:55CNS - MCY

1 stop9h 55mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$555

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Tue 10/218:35MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mJetstar

Tue 24/215:50CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 05mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$253

Tue 3/309:30MCY - CNS

1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia

Sun 8/315:45CNS - MCY

1 stop17h 00mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$264

Tue 3/318:35MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/315:45CNS - MCY

1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$363

Tue 10/216:20MCY - CNS

1 stop17h 55mVirgin Australia

Tue 24/215:45CNS - MCY

1 stop23h 55mVirgin Australia

Deal found 16/9$273

Wed 24/1215:25MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mJetstar

Sun 11/115:50CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 05mJetstar

Deal found 16/9$337

Wed 15/1019:25MCY - CNS

1 stop27h 25mJetstar

Mon 20/1006:45CNS - MCY

1 stop24h 00mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$367

Wed 4/309:30MCY - CNS

2 stops13h 35mVirgin Australia

Mon 9/315:45CNS - MCY

1 stop23h 55mVirgin Australia

Deal found 16/9$370

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Thu 30/1018:35MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mJetstar

Thu 6/1115:50CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 05mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$223

Tue 10/218:35MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mJetstar

Tue 24/215:50CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 05mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$253

Wed 24/1215:25MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 20mJetstar

Sun 11/115:50CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 05mJetstar

Deal found 16/9$337

Thu 2/1014:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mJetstar

Sun 5/1012:00CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 10mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$406

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Sat 20/914:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mJetstar

Sun 21/912:00CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 10mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$418

Thu 2/1014:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mJetstar

Sun 5/1012:00CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 10mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$406

Thu 2/1007:00MCY - CNS

2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/1012:00CNS - MCY

Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9$743

Sun 12/1014:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/1006:00CNS - MCY

2 stops8h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/9$651

Mon 13/1006:30MCY - CNS

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1006:45CNS - MCY

1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9$688

Wed 15/1019:25MCY - CNS

1 stop27h 25mJetstar

Mon 20/1006:45CNS - MCY

1 stop24h 00mJetstar

Deal found 17/9$367

One-way flights from Maroochydore to Cairns
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Sat 11/1014:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mJetstar

Deal found 16/9$97

Thu 15/109:30MCY - CNS

1 stop7h 15mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$180

Wed 15/1019:25MCY - CNS

1 stop27h 25mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$184

Sun 15/309:30MCY - CNS

1 stop24h 45mVirgin Australia

Deal found 16/9$192

Tue 16/1209:30MCY - CNS

1 stop7h 15mVirgin Australia

Deal found 15/9$231

Mon 15/1209:30MCY - CNS

1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$234

Tue 30/914:45MCY - CNS

Nonstop2h 25mJetstar

Deal found 15/9$273

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MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 10/2

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Tue 24/2

15:50-17:55

Nonstop2h 05m

$253

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 3/3

09:30-14:55

1 stop5h 25m

Cairns

Sun 8/3

15:45-08:45

1 stop17h 00m

$264

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 10/2

16:20-10:15

1 stop17h 55m

Cairns

Tue 24/2

15:45-15:40

1 stop23h 55m

$273

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 24/12

15:25-17:45

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Sun 11/1

15:50-17:55

Nonstop2h 05m

$337

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 3/3

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Sun 8/3

15:45-15:40

1 stop23h 55m

$363

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 15/10

19:25-22:50

1 stop27h 25m

Cairns

Mon 20/10

06:45-06:45

1 stop24h 00m

$367

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 4/3

09:30-23:05

2 stops13h 35m

Cairns

Mon 9/3

15:45-15:40

1 stop23h 55m

$370

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 11/10

14:45-17:10

Nonstop2h 25m

$97

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 30/10

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

$102

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sun 15/3

09:30-10:15

1 stop24h 45m

$192

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

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.

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

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.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 67% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Maroochydore to Cairns. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

474 reviews

Virgin Australia

7.6

Good

416 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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What airports do I use to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns?
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.
How popular is this Maroochydore to Cairns flight route?
The Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns flight path was viewed by 408 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Maroochydore to Cairns?
Airlines like Jetstar and Virgin Australia fly from Maroochydore to Cairns in about 2h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 05m. There are 1318 km between Maroochydore and Cairns. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip from $150. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. Jetstar is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?
The cheapest flight price from Maroochydore to Cairns is $118. On average you can expect to pay $218. The most popular route, (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Cairns), can usually be booked for $193.
Can I find deals for flights from Maroochydore to Cairns that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Maroochydore to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Maroochydore to Cairns.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?
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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns?
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.

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Virgin Australia	Cheapest$222	Average$479	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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

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