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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast from $181

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — MCY
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Sunshine Coast (zzKII). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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$181
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 26/1-30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Cairns to Sunshine Coast
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Best flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to Sunshine Coast that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Sun 26/106:45CNS - MCY
Nonstop2h 05mJetstar
Thu 30/118:35MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$181
Sun 26/106:40CNS - MCY
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/118:35MCY - CNS
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$376

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CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Sun 26/1

06:45-08:50

Nonstop2h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 30/1

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

$181

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Sun 26/1

06:40-15:40

1 stop9h 00m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 30/1

18:35-20:55

Nonstop2h 20m

$376

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Tue 28/1

06:40-20:15

1 stop13h 35m

$437

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Tue 28/1

06:00-20:15

2 stops14h 15m

$464

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Deals found on 18/12

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sunshine Coast (average of $118). Flying from Cairns to Sunshine Coast in October is currently the most expensive (average of $203). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to KII?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Sunshine Coast. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

When flying from Cairns to Sunshine Coast, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sunshine Coast

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sunshine Coast. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sunshine Coast. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed as usual and just an E190 which is junk.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cairns to Sunshine Coast. It is only a 4.4 km journey to Cairns (CNS) from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Sunshine Coast flight route?

    Within the past month, 117 users have taken a look at flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $102. While the most popular route (Cairns - Maroochydore Sunshine Coast) can be booked for $181 on average our data indicates $207 when flying from Cairns to Sunshine Coast.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Sunshine Coast flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Sunshine Coast by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sunshine Coast (average of $118). Flying from Cairns to Sunshine Coast in October is currently the most expensive (average of $203). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

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BonzaCheapest$162Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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JetstarCheapest$228Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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