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Cheap flights from Maroochydore to Cairns from $307

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MCY — CNS
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
1 adult
Wed 3/4
Wed 10/4

The best prices from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns are usually found in May or November, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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 29 March 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$579

Round-trip from

$288
High demand for flights, 43% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 36% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns

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

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 133% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 56 days in advance, which can save you up to 51% on flights from Maroochydore to Cairns compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 56 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 $285. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $327.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Cairns from Maroochydore average $365. You can even find prices in May for less than $365, as users have found deals to Cairns from as low as $124. The month of January 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 74%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns (MCY - CNS)?

It’s optimal to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 65% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Maroochydore to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Maroochydore and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Jetstar flights we've detected travelling from Maroochydore to Cairns. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 8/516:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Mon 13/518:55CNS - MCY
1 stop20h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$442
Tue 27/816:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Sat 31/806:35CNS - MCY
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$480
Wed 8/516:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Wed 15/510:15CNS - MCY
1 stop9h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$545
Tue 27/816:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Sat 31/809:45CNS - MCY
2 stops10h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$605
Sun 7/708:30MCY - CNS
1 stop14h 20mJetstar
Wed 10/718:55CNS - MCY
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$617

Cheap Bonza flights from Maroochydore to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Bonza for the route between Maroochydore and Cairns. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Bonza flights we've found at this time heading from Maroochydore to Cairns. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 8/507:15MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Mon 13/514:05CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 00mBonza
Deal found 27/3$488
Sun 7/715:00MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Wed 10/710:10CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 00mBonza
Deal found 27/3$499

Cheap Maroochydore to Cairns flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Maroochydore to Cairns specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Prices were last updated on 29 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Maroochydore to Cairns in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 31/317:00MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Mon 1/414:20CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 05mBonza
Deal found 27/3$700
Sun 28/409:35MCY - CNS
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/506:00CNS - MCY
2 stops10h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$821
Fri 29/307:00MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Mon 1/414:20CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 05mBonza
Deal found 27/3$864
Sun 28/409:35MCY - CNS
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/516:35CNS - MCY
1 stop24h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$882
Sun 28/409:35MCY - CNS
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/516:35CNS - MCY
1 stop24h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$901
Sun 28/409:35MCY - CNS
2 stops30h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/516:35CNS - MCY
1 stop24h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$932
Sun 28/409:35MCY - CNS
2 stops9h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/506:00CNS - MCY
2 stops10h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$959
Sun 28/409:35MCY - CNS
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/513:45CNS - MCY
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,045
Fri 29/316:20MCY - CNS
1 stop24h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 1/406:00CNS - MCY
2 stops6h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$1,053

Maroochydore to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Maroochydore and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Maroochydore to Cairns in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 8/516:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Mon 13/518:55CNS - MCY
1 stop20h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$442
Tue 27/816:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Sat 31/806:35CNS - MCY
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$480
Wed 8/507:15MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Mon 13/514:05CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 00mBonza
Deal found 27/3$488
Sun 7/715:00MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Wed 10/710:10CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 00mBonza
Deal found 27/3$499
Wed 8/516:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/511:50CNS - MCY
2 stops7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$523
Wed 8/516:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Wed 15/510:15CNS - MCY
1 stop9h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$545
Sat 8/611:20MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/610:45CNS - MCY
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$571
Tue 15/1010:20MCY - CNS
1 stop5h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 23/1011:10CNS - MCY
1 stop22h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$594
Tue 27/816:00MCY - CNS
1 stop6h 50mJetstar
Sat 31/809:45CNS - MCY
2 stops10h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$605

Direct flights to Cairns from Maroochydore

Discover direct flight options from Maroochydore to Cairns. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Maroochydore to Cairns. Users can also choose from other Maroochydore to Cairns flights by using the search form above.
Wed 8/507:15MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Mon 13/514:05CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 00mBonza
Deal found 27/3$488
Sun 7/715:00MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Wed 10/710:10CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 00mBonza
Deal found 27/3$499

One-way flights to Cairns from Maroochydore

Search for one-way flight options from Maroochydore to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Maroochydore to Cairns. Those seeking round-trip flights from Maroochydore to Cairns should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Sun 14/420:25MCY - CNS
1 stop26h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$307
Sun 14/417:00MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mBonza
Deal found 27/3$318
Sun 14/420:25MCY - CNS
2 stops24h 55mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$382
Sun 31/307:30MCY - CNS
2 stops12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$497
Sun 14/413:40MCY - CNS
3 stops10h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$622
Sun 31/311:45MCY - CNS
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$691

Find flights from Maroochydore to Cairns within your budget

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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

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$442 - $631

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Price

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 8/5

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Mon 13/5

1 stop20h 30m

$442

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Tue 27/8

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Sat 31/8

1 stop8h 50m

$480

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 8/5

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Mon 13/5

Nonstop2h 00m

$488

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sun 7/7

Nonstop2h 20m

Cairns

Wed 10/7

Nonstop2h 00m

$499

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 8/5

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Mon 13/5

2 stops7h 55m

$523

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 8/5

1 stop6h 50m

Cairns

Wed 15/5

1 stop9h 30m

$545

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 8/6

1 stop6h 55m

Cairns

Sun 9/6

1 stop9h 00m

$571

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 8/5

1 stop22h 35m

Cairns

Wed 15/5

2 stops10h 40m

$622

Maroochydore Sunshine CoastCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 8/5

2 stops8h 50m

Cairns

Mon 13/5

2 stops7h 20m

$631

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Deals found on 27/3

When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Maroochydore to Cairns is 55 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Maroochydore to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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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 afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cairns by month

Plan your trip from Maroochydore to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Maroochydore to Cairns is currently $469 while a return flight costs $533. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns (average of $188). Flying from Maroochydore to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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.

January

$289

February

$290

March

$293

April

$318

May

$348

June

$427

July

$374

August

$324

September

$332

October

$301

November

$302

December

$304

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

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 29 March 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar, Bonza and Virgin Australia from Maroochydore to Cairns have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

7.9
Good
729 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

6.9
Okay
720 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.9

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

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  • Can I find flights from Maroochydore to Cairns for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Maroochydore to Cairns for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $442, but on average you can expect to pay $634.

  • Are there direct flights from Maroochydore to Cairns for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 2 direct flights from Maroochydore to Cairns under $500. A good price for a direct flight from Maroochydore to Cairns is less than $493.

  • How popular is this Maroochydore to Cairns flight route?

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip from $442. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Bonza, from $488, and Virgin Australia, from $622.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maroochydore to Cairns one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $307. Bonza flights start at $318 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $622 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Maroochydore to Cairns?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Maroochydore to Cairns?

    The cheapest flight price from Maroochydore to Cairns is $216. On average you can expect to pay $369. The most popular route, (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Cairns), can usually be booked for $442.

  • What does MCY to CNS mean?

    Great question - MCY to CNS just means Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Maroochydore to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Maroochydore to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Maroochydore to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Maroochydore to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Maroochydore to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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BonzaCheapest$158Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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