Cheap Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY)

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Cheap Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Mackay (MKY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Mon, 15 June - Fri, 19 June
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$528 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$528
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 15 June from Cairns to Mackay, returning Fri, 19 June, priced at AU$528 found 2 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 12 May - Fri, 15 May
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$547 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$547
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 12 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Fri, 15 May, priced at AU$547 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 4 May - Thu, 7 May
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$552 Return, found 4 hours ago
AU$552
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 4 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Thu, 7 May, priced at AU$552 found 4 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 17 July - Sun, 19 July
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$559 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$559
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 17 July from Cairns to Mackay, returning Sun, 19 July, priced at AU$559 found 5 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 12 May - Fri, 15 May
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$572 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$572
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 12 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Fri, 15 May, priced at AU$572 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 4 May - Thu, 7 May
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$579 Return, found 4 hours ago
AU$579
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 4 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Thu, 7 May, priced at AU$579 found 4 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 21 May
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$603 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$603
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 5 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Thu, 21 May, priced at AU$603 found 4 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 15 May - Sat, 30 May
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$607 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$607
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 15 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at AU$607 found 4 days ago
Jetstar
Sun, 31 May - Mon, 15 June
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$651 Return, found 11 hours ago
AU$651
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sun, 31 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Mon, 15 June, priced at AU$651 found 11 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, 8 May - Mon, 11 May
CNS
Cairns
MKY
Mackay
AU$753 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$753
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 8 May from Cairns to Mackay, returning Mon, 11 May, priced at AU$753 found 5 hours ago

Alternative airports near Mackay

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Mackay, QLD MKY. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 8 minutes. Flights from AU$528
MKY
Mackay, QLD
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Average driving time to city centre8 min
Flights from AU$528

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Cairns Airport to MKY?
Based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Mackay Airport start from AU$528. Book now to score the best price for your exciting adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from CNS to MKY?
This can differ between air carriers, as each has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find easy instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Cairns Airport to MKY that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Cairns Airport to Mackay Airport (MKY) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Mackay Airport (MKY)?
That movie you've been eager to see will have to wait — the flight distance between Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) and Mackay Airport is only 600 kilometres. The captain will be asking you to buckle up for touchdown before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Cairns Airport to MKY?
Unfortunately, there are no airlines that directly fly between Cairns Airport and Mackay Airport (MKY). You'll need to book a flight with at least one stop.
Are Cairns Airport to MKY flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Fares from CNS to MKY are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally nab fantastic last-minute deals, it's never a sure thing. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid being wedged in the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

Travel information

Origin airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport
Mackay
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$528
Distance
595 km
Average flight time
2 hours 15 mins

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