Flights from Mackay (MKY) to Cairns (CNS) from AU$227

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

Airfares from Mackay to Cairns Intl. for one-way flights were as low as AU$227 and round trip flights were AU$453 within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
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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 20 mins
Direct Flight Time
2 hours 20 mins
Flight Price
AU$453
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$453

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 20 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Cairns from Mackay 

Choose from 2 flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$453 and rising to AU$527 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 May)
  • 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 Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is AU$144 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$144
per night
12 May - 13 May
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (997 reviews)
Family catch up
"This accomodation was cheap. In the location that we needed to catch with family as we all live interstate. I will definitely book here again."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is AU$201 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$201
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$248 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$248
per night
28 May - 29 May
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Upscale hotel
"This is an upscale hotel. If you are looking for that, with the same clientele, this is the place for you. If you are looking for something that is Australian, this is not it - staff are mostly foreign, catering to foreigners."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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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