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Cheap flights from Maroochydore to Cairns from $194

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCY — CNS
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns are usually found in February or March, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday 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 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$261

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$250

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less

Good one-way deal

$110 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/5-31/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Maroochydore to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 38% potential increase in price ($418 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 13% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 March 2025.

Thu 27/318:35MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Sun 30/312:00CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 10mJetstar
Deal found 22/3$194
Thu 29/514:45MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/506:45CNS - MCY
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$358
Thu 29/511:20MCY - CNS
2 stops12h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 31/506:00CNS - MCY
2 stops7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/3$562
Sat 5/411:15MCY - CNS
2 stops9h 40mQantas Airways
Thu 10/411:55CNS - MCY
2 stops9h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/3$1,133

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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 22 March 2025.
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Maroochydore

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Cairns

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Depart

Return

Price

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 29/5

14:45-17:10

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sat 31/5

12:00-14:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$261

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 29/5

14:45-17:10

Nonstop2h 25m

Cairns

Sat 31/5

06:45-13:00

1 stop6h 15m

$358

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 29/5

11:20-23:35

2 stops12h 15m

Cairns

Sat 31/5

06:00-13:00

2 stops7h 00m

$562

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 5/4

11:15-20:55

2 stops9h 40m

Cairns

Thu 10/4

11:55-21:00

2 stops9h 05m

$1,133

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Mon 31/3

19:25-08:15

1 stop12h 50m

$286

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 23/5

07:00-13:35

1 stop6h 35m

$371

MaroochydoreCairns

MCY - CNS

MCYCNS

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 23/5

07:00-20:55

2 stops13h 55m

$495

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Deals found on 20/3

Best time to book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns

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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 14 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Maroochydore to Cairns is 65 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns (average of $170). Flying from Maroochydore to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 22 March 2025.

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 in the evening.

What is the cheapest day 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 16 March 2025.

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

Rainfall in Cairns by month

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

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.

Temperature in Cairns by month

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

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).

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 22 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Maroochydore to Cairns have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
393 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
393 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
393 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.
Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
812 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hendrik,Feb 2025

SYD - HBA

Checking in took way too long. A 30 minutes delay on a morning flight isn't great. Ok it was a Monday morning and extra staff could (and should) have been deployed. The flight was good, the staff was helpful and friendly. Retrieving the luggage at Hobart should have been easy. A very long way for our luggage was how our patience has been rewarded.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Maroochydore to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Maroochydore to Cairns flight route?

    The Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns flight path was viewed by 252 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Maroochydore to Cairns round-trip from $261. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $562, and Qantas Airways, from $1,133. Jetstar is 36% 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 $89. On average you can expect to pay $178. The most popular route, (Maroochydore Sunshine Coast - Cairns), can usually be booked for $200.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maroochydore to Cairns (average of $170). Flying from Maroochydore to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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BonzaCheapest$129Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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