Flights from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS)

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

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Mackay to Cairns Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Mackay to Cairns flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MKY to CNS routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Mackay to Cairns Information

Traveling From
Mackay
Origin Airport
Mackay
Origin Airport IATA Code
MKY
Traveling To
Cairns Intl.
Destination Airport
Cairns
Destination Airport IATA Code
CNS
Number of Airlines Serving
1
Average Flight Time
2 hours 25 mins
Direct Flight Time
2 hours 25 mins
Flight Price
AU$596
Address:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane
Address:
Mackay QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
MKY
Longitude:
149.181789
Latitude:
-21.176284
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane

Mackay to Cairns Flight Deals from AU$596

Considering a quick trip to Cairns, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from MKY to CNS. With heaps of cheap fares from Mackay, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Cairns from Mackay  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Cairns from Mackay from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Cairns in just 2 hour(s) and 25 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Cairns from Mackay 

Choose from 1 flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$596 and rising to AU$785 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Mackay to Cairns today!  

Find cheap airfares to Cairns from Mackay 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Mackay and Cairns
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in July)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Mackay to Cairns

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$224 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$224
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were always very cheerful even though they were constantly busy. Just over 1km walk to downtown and the docks to depart to Great Barrier Reef. If you like cheap eats like me, I enjoyed walking to Roti Shack for a yummy roti (Caribbean savory wrap) and wish I did it more than once."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is AU$156 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$156
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$300 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$300
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff Good breakfast Comfortable bed"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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