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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$94 and round-trip from US$178. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
        US$178 US$393
        55% off
        55% off
        US$393 US$178
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Sun, Oct 18 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        US$206 US$393
        48% off
        48% off
        US$393 US$206
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Sun, Oct 11 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 15 | Jetstar Airways
        US$227 US$393
        42% off
        42% off
        US$393 US$227
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Tue, Oct 20 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        US$239
        39% off
        US$393 US$239
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Fri, Oct 9 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 15 | Jetstar Airways
        US$251
        36% off
        US$393 US$251
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        US$261
        34% off
        US$393 US$261
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Fri, Oct 16 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        US$265
        33% off
        US$393 US$265
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Fri, Oct 23 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        US$267
        32% off
        US$393 US$267
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Thu, Oct 15 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        US$273
        31% off
        US$393 US$273
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Thu, Oct 8 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 15 | Jetstar Airways
        US$273
        31% off
        US$393 US$273
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Fri, Oct 2 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Thu, Oct 8 | Jetstar Airways
        US$306
        22% off
        US$393 US$306
      • CNS 06:45
        12h 5m
        1 stop
        MCY 18:50
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        MCY 14:40
        2h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Fri, Oct 23 | Jetstar Airways
        US$296
        25% off
        US$393 US$296
      • CNS 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Wed, Sep 23 | Normal Airline
        MCY 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        CNS 16:00
        Sunshine Coast - Cairns | Fri, Sep 25 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        US$94 US$231
        59% off
        59% off
        US$231 US$94
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
        US$100 US$231
        56% off
        56% off
        US$231 US$100
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Sun, Oct 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$125 US$231
        46% off
        46% off
        US$231 US$125
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
        US$156
        32% off
        US$231 US$156
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Fri, Oct 9 | Jetstar Airways
        US$160
        31% off
        US$231 US$160
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Thu, Oct 1 | Jetstar Airways
        US$161
        30% off
        US$231 US$161
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Fri, Oct 2 | Jetstar Airways
        US$161
        30% off
        US$231 US$161
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Sun, Oct 11 | Jetstar Airways
        US$163
        28% off
        US$231 US$163
      • CNS 12:00
        2h
        Direct
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Tue, Oct 20 | Jetstar Airways
        US$169
        27% off
        US$231 US$169
      • CNS 18:10
        12h 30m
        1 stop
        MCY 06:40
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
        US$163
        28% off
        US$231 US$163
      • CNS 18:10
        12h 30m
        1 stop
        MCY 06:40
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Sat, Oct 24 | Jetstar Airways
        US$170
        26% off
        US$231 US$170
      • CNS 18:05
        13h 35m
        1 stop
        MCY 07:40
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Wed, Nov 11 | Jetstar Airways
        US$180
        22% off
        US$231 US$180
      • CNS 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MCY 14:00
        Cairns - Sunshine Coast | Wed, Sep 23 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months according to the latest Trip.com data.

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

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

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

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport are usually in February, with an average price of US$100. It is best to avoid August, when the average price can reach US$200.

US$200
US$150
US$100
US$50
    Cheapest
  • US$162
    Sep
  • US$159
    Oct
  • US$104
    Nov
  • US$149
    Dec
  • US$109
    Jan
  • US$100
    Feb
  • US$121
    Mar
  • US$129
    Apr
  • US$116
    May
  • US$154
    Jun
  • US$152
    Jul
  • US$200
    Aug

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is Saturday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Monday as prices are typically highest on that day.

US$246
US$174
US$102
US$30
    Cheapest
  • US$246
    Mon
  • US$125
    Tue
  • US$155
    Wed
  • US$127
    Thu
  • US$175
    Fri
  • US$102
    Sat
  • US$134
    Sun

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

The cheapest airline flying from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is Jetstar Airways (from US$94) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From US$94
Virgin Australia
From US$189
Qantas Airways
From US$203

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

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

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ809

    Cairns Airport

    16:00

    CNS

    2h 5m

    18:05

    MCY

    - M - W - F S
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  2. JQ957

    Cairns Airport

    19:05

    CNS

    2h 55m

    Direct

    22:00

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ784

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    06:05

    SYD

    1h 35m

    Direct

    07:40

    MCY

    S M - W T F S

  4. JQ957

    Cairns Airport

    19:05

    CNS

    2h 55m

    Direct

    22:00

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  5. JQ786

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    13:50

    SYD

    1h 35m

    Direct

    15:25

    MCY

    S M T W T F S

  6. VA1416

    Cairns Airport

    10:45

    CNS

    2h 55m

    Direct

    13:40

    SYD

    - - - - - F S
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  7. JQ784

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    06:05

    SYD

    1h 35m

    Direct

    07:40

    MCY

    S M - W T F S

  8. JQ953

    Cairns Airport

    09:05

    CNS

    2h 55m

    Direct

    13:00

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  9. JQ784

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    06:05

    SYD

    1h 35m

    Direct

    07:40

    MCY

    S M - W T F S

  10. JQ957

    Cairns Airport

    19:05

    CNS

    2h 55m

    Direct

    22:00

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  11. JQ788

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    18:15

    SYD

    1h 35m

    Direct

    19:50

    MCY

    S M T W T F S

  12. JQ951

    Cairns Airport

    06:40

    CNS

    3h

    Direct

    10:40

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  13. JQ784

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    06:05

    SYD

    1h 35m

    Direct

    07:40

    MCY

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

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

Flight distance1,321.32km
Cheapest one-way ticket priceUS$94
Cheapest return ticket priceUS$178

FAQs for Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport Flights

  • How many daily flights are there from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)?

    There are around 1 daily flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY).
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport departs at 12:00, and the last departs at 12:00, 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 Cairns Airport (CNS) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$216 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 902 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport currently start from US$94, and round-trip fares start from US$178. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Sun, Oct 25; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, with an average flight time of 1 hour 39 minutes, and around 3 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 Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport is US$241. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$94. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport operates around 2 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Cairns Airport and Sunshine Coast 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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