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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast from $87

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Jetstar Logo
14:25 - 07:40
CNS
-
MCY
17h 15m2 stops
Jetstar Logo
08:25 - 17:30
MCY
-
CNS
9h 05m1 stop
$424Jetstar
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
15:45 - 08:45
CNS
-
MCY
17h 00m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 14:55
MCY
-
CNS
5h 25m1 stop
$469Virgin Australia
Tue, 10 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Jetstar Logo
09:05 - 07:40
CNS
-
MCY
22h 35m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
08:25 - 17:30
MCY
-
CNS
9h 05m1 stop
$479Jetstar
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 15:40
CNS
-
MCY
9h 40m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 16:40
MCY
-
CNS
7h 10m2 stops
$545Virgin Australia
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
10:55 - 08:45
CNS
-
MCY
21h 50m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 16:40
MCY
-
CNS
7h 10m2 stops
$598Virgin Australia
Tue, 10 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
14:40 - 08:45
CNS
-
MCY
18h 05m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 14:55
MCY
-
CNS
5h 25m1 stop
$599Virgin Australia
Tue, 10 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
17:20 - 15:40
CNS
-
MCY
22h 20m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 16:40
MCY
-
CNS
7h 10m2 stops
$726Virgin Australia
Tue, 10 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
11:45 - 08:45
CNS
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MCY
21h 00m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 11:05
MCY
-
CNS
25h 35m2 stops
$730Virgin Australia
Tue, 10 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 17:55
CNS
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MCY
2h 05mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:30 - 23:05
MCY
-
CNS
13h 35m2 stops
$880Multiple Airlines
Sun, 28 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
Jetstar Logo
15:50 - 17:55
CNS
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MCY
2h 05mdirect
Jetstar Logo
20:50 - 22:05
MCY
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CNS
25h 15m1 stop
$919Jetstar
Sun, 28 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Sunshine Coast flight tickets
Jetstar
12 Feb
CNS15:50Cairns
2h 05m
MCY17:55Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
16 Feb
MCY08:45Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
13h 20m
1 stop
CNS22:05Cairns
$361
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Jetstar
28 Jan
CNS14:25Cairns
17h 15m
2 stops
MCY07:40Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
4 Feb
MCY08:25Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
9h 05m
1 stop
CNS17:30Cairns
$424
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Jetstar
12 Feb
CNS18:05Cairns
17h 20m
1 stop
MCY11:25Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
16 Feb
MCY08:45Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
23h 45m
1 stop
CNS08:30Cairns
$431
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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Sunshine Coast flight tickets
Virgin Australia
10 Feb
CNS15:45Cairns
23h 55m
1 stop
MCY15:40Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
14 Feb
MCY09:30Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
5h 25m
1 stop
CNS14:55Cairns
$469
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Virgin Australia
28 Jan
CNS06:00Cairns
9h 40m
2 stops
MCY15:40Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
4 Feb
MCY09:30Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
7h 10m
2 stops
CNS16:40Cairns
$545
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Virgin Australia
10 Feb
CNS14:40Cairns
18h 05m
2 stops
MCY08:45Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
14 Feb
MCY09:30Maroochydore Sunshine Coast
5h 25m
1 stop
CNS14:55Cairns
$598
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Sunshine Coast that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Wed 28/1

14:25-07:40

2 stops17h 15m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 4/2

08:25-17:30

1 stop9h 05m

$424

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Tue 10/2

15:45-08:45

1 stop17h 00m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 14/2

09:30-14:55

1 stop5h 25m

$469

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Wed 28/1

09:05-07:40

1 stop22h 35m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 4/2

08:25-17:30

1 stop9h 05m

$479

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Wed 28/1

06:00-15:40

2 stops9h 40m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Wed 4/2

09:30-16:40

2 stops7h 10m

$545

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Tue 10/2

10:55-08:45

1 stop21h 50m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 14/2

09:30-16:40

2 stops7h 10m

$598

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Tue 10/2

14:40-08:45

2 stops18h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 14/2

09:30-14:55

1 stop5h 25m

$599

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Tue 10/2

17:20-15:40

2 stops22h 20m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 14/2

09:30-16:40

2 stops7h 10m

$726

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Tue 10/2

11:45-08:45

2 stops21h 00m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 14/2

09:30-11:05

2 stops25h 35m

$730

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Sun 28/12

15:50-17:55

Nonstop2h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 1/1

09:30-23:05

2 stops13h 35m

$880

CairnsMaroochydore

CNS - MCY

CNSMCY

Cairns

Sun 28/12

15:50-17:55

Nonstop2h 05m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Thu 1/1

20:50-22:05

1 stop25h 15m

$919

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sunshine Coast?

The cheapest month to fly to Sunshine Coast from Cairns is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $183, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Sunshine Coast from Cairns during February instead. Flights to Sunshine Coast in February, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $224.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sunshine Coast?

The cheapest day to depart from Cairns to Sunshine Coast is on a Saturday. Travellers who choose to depart for Sunshine Coast on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $237. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Sunshine Coast on Friday is $311.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sunshine Coast?

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Cairns to Sunshine Coast when you can find flight prices for as low as $150. Flying to Sunshine Coast at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Sunshine Coast are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $270. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Sunshine Coast flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Sunshine Coast flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Cairns to Sunshine Coast flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Sunshine Coast flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairns to Sunshine Coast.

Cheap Cairns to Sunshine Coast flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

Fastest flight time

2h 05m

Direct flights

Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Sunshine Coast

1 airport
The fastest flight from Cairns to Sunshine Coast takes 2h 05m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Sunshine Coast on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport in Sunshine Coast. From Cairns there are direct flights to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Sunshine Coast.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sunshine Coast?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sunshine Coast can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sunshine Coast. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
JetstarPriceFrom $166Free cancellationRating
6.6
491 reviews
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