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Cheap flights from Maroochydore to Cairns from $102

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCY — CNS
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns are usually found in February or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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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 5 March 2026.

Tue 12/514:40
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 19/512:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$193
Thu 26/318:35
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 31/312:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/3$197
Tue 24/318:35
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 29/312:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 3/3$200
Sat 21/317:20
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 24/315:50
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 05m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$206
Thu 2/414:40
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 5/412:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$224
Sun 24/514:40
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 28/512:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$237
Sat 28/317:20
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 4/412:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/2$243
Sat 25/714:40
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/712:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/2$248
Sun 26/714:40
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 30/712:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 28/2$257
Thu 16/414:40
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 23/412:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$273
Thu 30/414:40
MCY
-
CNS
Nonstop2h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 10/512:00
CNS
-
MCY
Nonstop2h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/3$281

Find flight deals from Maroochydore to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Maroochydore (MCY) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$193

One-way from

$102

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$192

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$101 or less
Jetstar
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  • 12/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Maroochydore to Cairns
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  • Jetstar
  • 21/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Maroochydore to Cairns
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Maroochydore to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 March 2026.
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MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 2/4

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Sun 5/4

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$224

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 21/5

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Tue 26/5

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$243

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 25/7

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Thu 30/7

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$248

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 30/4

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Sun 10/5

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$281

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 23/4

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Thu 30/4

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$300

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 30/4

11:20-18:25

1 stop7h 05m

Cairns

Sun 10/5

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$369

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 25/7

11:20-18:25

1 stop7h 05m

Cairns

Wed 29/7

06:00-16:40

2 stops10h 40m

$463

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 21/5

14:40-17:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Tue 26/5

06:00-16:40

2 stops10h 40m

$487

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 16/4

17:20-09:20

1 stop16h 00m

Cairns

Thu 23/4

19:10-16:40

1 stop21h 30m

$498

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 28/3

08:25-17:15

2 stops8h 50m

Cairns

Sat 4/4

18:10-07:40

1 stop13h 30m

$508

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Best time to book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Maroochydore to Cairns

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Maroochydore to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns (average of $80). Flying from Maroochydore to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Maroochydore to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 March 2026.

When flying from Maroochydore to Cairns, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 5 March 2026.
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
445 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
527 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Maroochydore to Cairns flight route?

    The Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns flight path was viewed by 310 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 fly from Maroochydore to Cairns in about 2h 20m. 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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip from $125. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Virgin Australia. Jetstar is 46% 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 $90. On average you can expect to pay $174. 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.

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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.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns (average of $80). Flying from Maroochydore to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Maroochydore to Cairns. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$125Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$200Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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