Cheap flights from Maroochydore to Cairns from $97

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCY — CNS
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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

Cheap 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 18 September 2025.

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
  • Jetstar
  • 30/10-6/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Maroochydore to Cairns
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Maroochydore to Cairns
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast 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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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maroochydore to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

Maroochydore

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

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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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 12 September 2025.

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?

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 18 September 2025.

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

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 18 September 2025.
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.

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

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.

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

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.

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

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.

Related info for your journey

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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?

  • 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Maroochydore to Cairns

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$150Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$222Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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