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

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

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
Thu, 16 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$528 Return, just found
AU$528
Return
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 16 Apr from Mackay to Cairns, returning Sun, 19 Apr, priced at AU$528 just found
Virgin Australia
Fri, 24 Apr - Mon, 4 May
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$541 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$541
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 24 Apr from Mackay to Cairns, returning Mon, 4 May, priced at AU$541 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 16 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$552 Return, just found
AU$552
Return
just found
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 16 Apr from Mackay to Cairns, returning Sun, 19 Apr, priced at AU$552 just found
Virgin Australia
Wed, 22 July - Fri, 31 July
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$559 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$559
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 22 July from Mackay to Cairns, returning Fri, 31 July, priced at AU$559 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 20 Sept - Fri, 2 Oct
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$572 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$572
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 20 Sept from Mackay to Cairns, returning Fri, 2 Oct, priced at AU$572 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 31 July - Sun, 2 Aug
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$576 Return, found 8 hours ago
AU$576
Return
found 8 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 31 July from Mackay to Cairns, returning Sun, 2 Aug, priced at AU$576 found 8 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 13 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$579 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$579
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 13 Aug from Mackay to Cairns, returning Sat, 15 Aug, priced at AU$579 found 5 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 26 June - Sun, 28 June
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$583 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$583
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 26 June from Mackay to Cairns, returning Sun, 28 June, priced at AU$583 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 1 July - Sat, 4 July
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$590 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$590
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 1 July from Mackay to Cairns, returning Sat, 4 July, priced at AU$590 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 28 May - Wed, 3 June
MKY
Mackay
CNS
Cairns
AU$753 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$753
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 28 May from Mackay to Cairns, returning Wed, 3 June, priced at AU$753 found 7 hours ago

Alternative airports near Cairns

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

Select flight to Cairns Intl. CNS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 8 minutes. Flights from AU$528
CNS
Cairns Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre8 min
Flights from AU$528

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MKY to Cairns Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Cairns Airport was AU$528. Great fares don't wait forever, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MKY to Cairns Airport?
Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Mackay Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) 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 Mackay Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Cairns Airport?
You won't need a lengthy novel for this flight — it's only 600 kilometres from Mackay to Cairns. Find your way to your seat, order some snacks and you'll be in Cairns before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from MKY to CNS?
You won't find any airlines operating directly between MKY and Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), so be prepared to make at least one stop on your journey. A layover, whether short or long, can be a good way to break up a trip!
Are Mackay Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Mackay Airport (MKY) to CNS last minute could save you some serious cash. However, it could end up costing you a whole lot more! If you'd prefer to err on the side of caution, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back often as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

Travel information

Origin airport
Mackay
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$528
Distance
595 km
Average flight time
2 hours 25 mins

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