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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$171
Typical prices: $149-$384
Jetstar
Tue 12/11Thu 12/13
CNS - MCY • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$102
Typical prices: $80-$145
Jetstar
Sat 1/27
CNS - MCY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cairns and Maroochydore. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Maroochydore (CNS-MCY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cairns to Maroochydore

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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4:00 pm - 6:05 pmCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
2h 05mnonstop
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6:45 pm - 8:55 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 10mnonstop
$171Jetstar
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Jan 3
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4:00 pm - 6:05 pmCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
2h 05mnonstop
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6:45 pm - 8:55 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 10mnonstop
$224Jetstar
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:05 pm - 7:40 amCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
13h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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7:10 pm - 1:30 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
18h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$343Jetstar
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:05 pm - 7:40 amCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
13h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 11:05 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
11h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$378Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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3:45 pm - 3:40 pmCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
23h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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9:30 am - 2:55 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
5h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$379Virgin Australia
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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3:45 pm - 3:40 pmCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
23h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Virgin Australia Logo
4:20 pm - 4:45 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
24h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$384Virgin Australia
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 1:55 pmCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
7h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:45 pm - 8:55 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 10mnonstop
$409Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 3:20 pmCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
8h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 8:55 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
2h 10mnonstop
$414Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
Virgin Australia Logo
3:45 pm - 8:45 amCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
17h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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9:30 am - 11:05 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
13h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$431Virgin Australia
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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3:45 pm - 8:45 amCNS  Cairns-MCY Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
17h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Virgin Australia Logo
9:30 am - 11:05 pmMCY  Maroochydore Sunshine Coast-CNS Cairns
13h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$432Virgin Australia
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cairns to Maroochydore flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cairns to Maroochydore?

Round-trip flights from Cairns to Maroochydore typically range from $149 to $384. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $171, on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Maroochydore?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns to Maroochydore. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 205% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Maroochydore?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Maroochydore at $149 round-trip.
•October ($746) and August ($584) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 400% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cairns to Maroochydore flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$102
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cairns to Maroochydore

When to book flights from Cairns to Maroochydore

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairns to Maroochydore based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairns to Maroochydore flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairns to Maroochydore:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 2:05 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:00 pm and lands at 6:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 05m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cairns to Maroochydore.

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    A nonstop flight from Cairns to Maroochydore takes 2h 05m, covering 819 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Maroochydore flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cairns to Maroochydore range from $149 to $384, with an average of $191 over the past 12 months. Anything below $149 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $162 round-trip, compared to $550 via a layover through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $56–$75 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Maroochydore changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $171 to $1,606. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Maroochydore looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Maroochydore are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $164, which is 54% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)?

    Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $12 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    Flights from Cairns to Maroochydore usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Maroochydore pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cairns to Maroochydore pass through Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 76% on flights from Cairns to Maroochydore. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $145 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $584, a difference of $439.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Cairns to Maroochydore?

    Only Jetstar operates flights between Cairns and Maroochydore.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairns to Maroochydore flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Maroochydore flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $145, about $439 less than Friday fares (75% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Maroochydore trip for February. Fares historically average $149 round-trip in that month - typically $597 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Cairns to Maroochydore?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cairns Airport to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cairns to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wednesday

Jetstar

Jetstar

Friday

Jetstar

Jetstar

Sunday

Jetstar

Jetstar

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Direct returns

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast to Cairns

Wednesday

Jetstar

Jetstar

Friday

Jetstar

Jetstar

Sunday

Jetstar

Jetstar

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