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August 16 - August 17

Cheapest

Best

CNS - Mount Isa

$647

$365

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September 11 - September 14

Cheapest

Best

CNS - Mount Isa

$607

$365

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November 15 - November 22

CNS - Mount Isa

$556

$386

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November 12 - November 22

CNS - Mount Isa

$542

$386

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November 12 - November 15

CNS - Mount Isa

$559

$386

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August 14 - August 21

CNS - Mount Isa

$631

$416

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July 24 - July 31

Earliest

CNS - Mount Isa

$663

$425

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October 21 - November 15

CNS - Mount Isa

$548

$459

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October 23 - November 22

CNS - Mount Isa

$548

$459

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October 19 - November 15

CNS - Mount Isa

$548

$459

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Insights for flights from Cairns to Mount Isa

For cheap flights from Cairns to Mount Isa, the most affordable months to fly are January and March, both with a median fare of $267. Another relatively inexpensive option is February, where the median fare is $491. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings on your journey.

Fares for flights from Cairns to Mount Isa typically range from $498–$559, with a median price of $540. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 18% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal is possible if you monitor prices.

When flying from Cairns to Mount Isa, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 81.9% of recent fares being direct flights. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, you can expect a typical journey to involve 2 stopovers. This high percentage of direct flights offers convenience for travelers seeking a more straightforward trip.

A typical journey from Cairns to Mount Isa takes about 4h 5m, including any connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time from departure to arrival. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so you have frequent opportunities to find suitable flight times and prices.

The distance between Cairns and Mount Isa is 782 kilometers, making this a short-haul route. This classification means you can expect a relatively quick flight, ideal for short trips or quick getaways within the region.

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Mount Isa

Regular price: $521 - $679

Prices for flights from Cairns to Mount Isa are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $521 to $679. The current lowest deal is $365 with QantasLink, for travel from Aug 16-Aug 17.

now $365

Low $521

High $679

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa is January, with a median price of $267. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $559. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $267

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $559

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Direct flights from Cairns to Mount Isa

Regional Express

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Mount Isa

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Mount Isa

Cairns (CNS) - Mount Isa (ISA)

$1,030

$928

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Mount Isa

Cairns (CNS) - Mount Isa (ISA)

$951

$928

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Mount Isa

Cairns (CNS) - Mount Isa (ISA)

$914

$928

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Mount Isa

Cairns (CNS) - Mount Isa (ISA)

$891

$928

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Mount Isa

Cairns (CNS) - Mount Isa (ISA)

$915

$1,019

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CNS - Mount Isa

Cairns (CNS) - Mount Isa (ISA)

QantasLink

$1,036

$829

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cairns to Mount Isa

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$1,033 → $666

36%

1 night

Aug 16 - Aug 17

$647 → $365

44%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$607 → $365

40%

7 nights

Jul 24 - Jul 31

$663 → $425

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa

Cairns - Mount Isa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Cairns to Mount Isa are near the typical level of $540.

📅 Best time to fly

January and March are historically cheapest

Historically, January and March offer the lowest median prices at $267 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 5m direct

Flights from Cairns to Mount Isa typically take 4 hours and 5 minutes for direct routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals, direct flights dominant

Deals for this route are frequent, with 81.9% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Regional Express offers direct flights

Regional Express is an airline that provides direct flights on the Cairns to Mount Isa route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in January or March

For potential savings, consider booking your Cairns to Mount Isa trip in January or March.

Cairns main airports to depart from

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Mount Isa.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$365

Mount Isa main airports to arrive at

Mount Isa (ISA)

Cheapest

Mount Isa Airport is ideal for direct access to Mount Isa and its surrounding region.

📍 ~6 km from Mount Isa city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$365

Airports nearby Mount Isa used as alternative

Cloncurry (CNJ)

Cloncurry can be a useful alternative arrival airport due to its proximity and shared flight paths with Mount Isa.

📍 ~105 km from Mount Isa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$597

Julia Creek (JCK)

Julia Creek is an alternative for travelers heading east, located on the main Flinders Highway corridor.

📍 ~232 km from Mount Isa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$668

Boulia (BQL)

Boulia is a primary alternative for travelers heading south from the Mount Isa region.

📍 ~240 km from Mount Isa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$636

Richmond (RCM)

Richmond is an alternative stop on the eastern regional flight milk-run, located on the main road link toward Townsville.

📍 ~370 km from Mount Isa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$649

Winton (WIN)

Cheapest

Winton is a major regional hub for Central West Queensland with reliable sealed road access from Mount Isa.

📍 ~400 km from Mount Isa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$576

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mount Isa

33% AI deal score

$2,321

From CNS

Elite

Nov 20

Mount Isa, Australia

33% AI deal score

$2,321

From CNS

Elite

Nov 20

Mount Isa, Australia

33% AI deal score

$2,321

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mount Isa

Historically, a good price for a flight from Cairns to Mount Isa is around $498. Prices typically range, with the median price across the trailing quarter being $540. About 25% of the prices observed in the trailing 90 days were at or below $498. The upper end of typical prices reached $559.

The cheapest months to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa are typically January and March, both with a median price of $267. February also offers lower prices compared to the annual median, with a median of $491. Historically, the annual median price for this route is $540, making these months significantly more affordable.

Yes, direct flights from Cairns to Mount Isa are widely available. Across the trailing quarter, approximately 81.9% of the observed flights on this route were direct. For those flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates a strong prevalence of non-stop options for this route.

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Insights for flights from Cairns to Mount Isa

How much is a round trip from Cairns to Mount Isa

The cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa

Direct flights from Cairns to Mount Isa

Last-minute flights going from Cairns to Mount Isa

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cairns to Mount Isa

Popular Airports to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa

Cairns - Mount Isa route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

January and March are historically cheapest

Typically 4h 5m direct

Frequent deals, direct flights dominant

Regional Express offers direct flights

Consider booking in January or March

Cairns main airports to depart from

Mount Isa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mount Isa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mount Isa

Best Elite deals to Mount Isa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mount Isa

What is a good price for a flight from Cairns to Mount Isa?

What is a good price for a flight from Cairns to Mount Isa?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa?

Are there direct flights from Cairns to Mount Isa?

Are there direct flights from Cairns to Mount Isa?

What's the flight time from Cairns to Mount Isa?

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