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Today’s best flight deals from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

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December 11 - December 13

Cheapest

MCY - Cairns

$320

$120

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October 8 - October 11

MCY - Cairns

$272

$124

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December 18 - December 25

MCY - Cairns

$337

$135

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October 17 - October 22

Best

MCY - Cairns

$280

$138

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December 11 - December 18

MCY - Cairns

$329

$138

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September 10 - September 15

MCY - Cairns

$303

$142

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October 18 - October 22

MCY - Cairns

$278

$142

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October 10 - October 13

MCY - Cairns

$273

$142

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September 8 - September 15

Best

Earliest

MCY - Cairns

$296

$145

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October 6 - October 10

MCY - Cairns

$270

$145

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

Right now, 66% of recent fares from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $347 to $757, with a median price of $550. Currently, prices are above the typical level for this route.

The journey from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns covers a distance of 1,320 km, which classifies it as a short-haul flight.

A typical journey from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns takes approximately 16h 35m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 8.9% of recent fares are for direct flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns.

When considering cheap flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns, the most affordable times to fly are typically January, with a median fare of $100, followed by October at $148, and July at $169. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

Regular price: $247 - $550

Prices for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 247 USD and 550 USD. The current lowest deal is 120 USD with Jetstar, for travel from Dec 11 to Dec 13.

now $120

Low $247

High $550

The cheapest time to fly from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

The cheapest month to fly from MCY to CNS is January, with a median price of $100. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $569. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $100

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $569

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Direct flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Cairns

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$846

$313

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Cairns

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$874

$327

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Cairns

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$912

$349

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Cairns

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$1,051

$514

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Cairns

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$868

$417

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MCY - Cairns

Sunshine Coast Region (MCY) - Cairns (CNS)

Jetstar

$907

$418

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

2 nights

Jun 28 - Jun 30

$1,165 → $307

74%

3 nights

Jun 26 - Jun 29

$1,187 → $471

60%

5 nights

Jun 24 - Jun 29

$1,129 → $414

63%

5 nights

Jun 25 - Jun 30

$1,099 → $404

63%

Popular Airports to fly from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns

Sunshine Coast Region - Cairns route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns are above the typical level with a median of $550.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $100

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns, with a median price of $100.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 16h 35m

The median flight duration from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns is 16 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 8.9% of recent deals are for direct flights; connecting flights are dominant with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that has offered direct flights on the Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns appear regularly, about 0.4 deals per day.

Sunshine Coast Region main airports to depart from

Sunshine Coast (MCY)

Cheapest

Sunshine Coast Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Cairns, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~20 km from Sunshine Coast Region (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Cairns main airports to arrive at

Cairns (CNS)

Cheapest

Cairns Airport is ideal for reaching Cairns and exploring the surrounding Queensland region.

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

💸 Flights from ~$120

Airports nearby Cairns used as alternative

Townsville (TSV)

Townsville Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport, offering a balance of proximity and flight frequency.

📍 ~350 km from Cairns (reachable by car or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$313

Whitsunday Coast (PPP)

Cheapest

Whitsunday Coast Airport is a major gateway for the Whitsunday region with reliable jet services.

📍 ~500 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$287

Mackay (MKY)

Mackay Airport is an established regional hub with multiple daily flights and premium cabin options.

📍 ~750 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$375

Great Barrier Reef (HTI)

Great Barrier Reef Airport is an alternative for travelers already planning to visit the reef region.

📍 ~600 km from Cairns (reachable by ferry from mainland).

💸 Flights from ~$392

Mount Isa (ISA)

Mount Isa Airport serves as a primary connection point for Western Queensland with scheduled commercial services.

📍 ~900 km from Cairns (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$645

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cairns

Cairns, Australia

37% AI deal score

$1,290

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cairns

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $152. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date. For instance, flights booked 0-6 days out typically average around $728, while those booked 14-27 days in advance average $310. Planning ahead by more than two months can lead to substantial savings on this route.

A flight from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $347. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route historically stands at $550, with prices reaching up to $757 for the upper quartile. Comparing your desired flight's cost to these benchmarks can help you identify a favorable offer.

Historically, January has been the most affordable month to fly from Sunshine Coast Region to Cairns, with a median price of $100. Other cost-effective months include October, with a median price of $148, and July, which has a median price of $169. The annual median price for this route is $550, indicating that certain months offer significantly lower fares than the yearly average.

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