Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$ 64 and round-trip from US$ 161. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Sunshine Coast to Cairns are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport, the best time to buy is in November, with an average price of US$ 79. You’ll want to avoid July, when the average price can reach as high as US$ 198.

US$ 198
US$ 139
US$ 79
US$ 20
  • US$ 79
    Nov
  • US$ 142
    Dec
  • US$ 108
    Jan
  • US$ 124
    Feb
  • US$ 117
    Mar
  • US$ 135
    Apr
  • US$ 142
    May
  • US$ 133
    Jun
  • US$ 198
    Jul
  • US$ 197
    Aug
  • US$ 181
    Sep
  • US$ 143
    Oct

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport is Jetstar Airways (from US$ 64) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From US$ 64
Virgin Australia
From US$ 145
Qantas Airways
From US$ 223

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What is the flight schedule from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Sunshine Coast to Cairns and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ808

    14:40

    MCY

    2h 20m

    17:00

    CNS

    - - T - - - -
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  2. VA484

    09:30

    MCY

    1h 40m

    Direct

    12:10

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ954

    15:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    17:25

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
  4. JQ785

    07:15

    MCY

    1h 45m

    Direct

    10:00

    SYD

    - M T - T - -
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  5. JQ954

    15:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    17:25

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
  6. JQ791

    12:10

    MCY

    1h 45m

    Direct

    14:55

    SYD

    S - - - T - S
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  7. JQ950

    06:10

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    08:20

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
  8. JQ791

    12:10

    MCY

    1h 45m

    Direct

    14:55

    SYD

    S - - - T - S
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  9. VA1413

    08:10

    SYD

    3h 5m

    Direct

    10:15

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
  10. VA494

    16:20

    MCY

    1h 40m

    Direct

    19:00

    SYD

    S M T W T - S
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  11. JQ950

    06:10

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    08:20

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
  12. JQ787

    15:05

    MCY

    1h 45m

    Direct

    17:50

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  13. JQ950

    06:10

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    08:20

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
  14. JQ791

    12:10

    MCY

    1h 45m

    Direct

    14:55

    SYD

    S - - - T - S
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  15. JQ954

    15:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    17:25

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
  16. JQ785

    07:15

    MCY

    1h 45m

    Direct

    10:00

    SYD

    - M T - T - -
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  17. JQ950

    06:10

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    08:20

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
  18. VA494

    16:20

    MCY

    1h 40m

    Direct

    19:00

    SYD

    S M T W T - S
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  19. JQ954

    15:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    17:25

    CNS

    S M T W T - S
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About Sunshine Coast Airport and Cairns Airport

Learn about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) and Cairns Airport (CNS) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 1,321.32km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$ 64
Cheapest return ticket price US$ 161

FAQs for Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport takes about 1 hour 54 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 1 daily flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 14:40, and the last departs at 14:40, with about 1 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$ 113 in January, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) at 09:30 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 11:50.
  • The latest flight departs from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) at 18:35 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 20:55.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 766 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport currently start from US$ 64, and round-trip fares start from US$ 161. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Fri, Dec 11; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 1 hour 48 minutes, and around 1 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport is US$ 308. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$ 64. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Sunshine Coast Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 2 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Sunshine Coast Airport and Cairns Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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