CNS - ISA

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Cheapest return flight
$877
Typical prices: $1,094-$1,191
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/12Thu 27/12
CNS - ISA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,085
Typical prices: $609-$1,384
Rex
Mon 19/11Fri 23/11
CNS - ISA • Direct
Direct flights
5 days a week
You can fly direct with Rex. Average duration is 2h 05m
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Mount Isa (CNS-ISA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Mount Isa

Fri, 25 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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09:40 - 16:30CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
6h 50m1 stop Brisbane
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11:55 - 19:50ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
7h 55m1 stop Townsville
$877Multiple Airlines
Fri, 25 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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14:40 - 08:30CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
17h 50m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane
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11:55 - 19:50ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
7h 55m1 stop Townsville
$1,026Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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06:30 - 08:35CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
2h 05mdirect
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18:20 - 20:20ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
2h 00mdirect
$1,085Rex
Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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11:05 - 17:45CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
6h 40m1 stop Townsville
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11:55 - 19:50ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
7h 55m1 stop Townsville
$1,106Qantas Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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18:10 - 08:30CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
14h 20m1 stop Townsville
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09:00 - 14:00ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
5h 00m1 stop Townsville
$1,116Qantas Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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08:55 - 17:40CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
8h 45m1 stop Townsville
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14:30 - 18:45ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
4h 15m1 stop Townsville
$1,121Qantas Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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08:55 - 17:40CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
8h 45m1 stop Townsville
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18:15 - 09:00ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
14h 45m2 stops Townsville Brisbane
$1,239Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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06:30 - 08:35CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
2h 05mdirect
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09:00 - 15:55ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
6h 55m1 stop Townsville
$1,267Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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08:55 - 17:40CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
8h 45m1 stop Townsville
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18:20 - 20:20ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
2h 00mdirect
$1,295Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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18:10 - 14:00CNS  Cairns-ISA Mount Isa
19h 50m1 stop Townsville
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18:15 - 17:15ISA  Mount Isa-CNS Cairns
23h 00m2 stops Townsville Brisbane
$1,355Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Mount Isa flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa?

Rex ($1,085) and Qantas Airways ($1,106) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cairns to Mount Isa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Cairns and Mount Isa?

Rex has the most frequent direct flights from Cairns to Mount Isa with 5 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

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Key details for Cairns to Mount Isa flights

Cheapest flight

$786
One-way flight from Cairns to Mount Isa

When to book flights from Cairns to Mount Isa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairns to Mount Isa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cairns to Mount Isa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cairns to Mount Isa:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 08:35
    • Latest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 08:35.

    The flight takes about 2h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Mount Isa.

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    A direct flight from Cairns to Mount Isa takes 2h 05m, covering 1,258 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,097 return via Townsville (TSV), compared with $1,191 for direct.

  • How are flight departures from Cairns to Mount Isa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cairns to Mount Isa flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Mount Isa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $877 to $2,244. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Mount Isa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Mount Isa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $786, which is 93% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    Flights from Cairns to Mount Isa usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Mount Isa (ISA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Mount Isa pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cairns to Mount Isa pass through Townsville (TSV), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Cairns to Mount Isa. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,093 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,384, a difference of $291.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Cairns to Mount Isa?

    Only Rex operates flights between Cairns and Mount Isa.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cairns to Mount Isa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Rex: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Mount Isa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,093, about $291 less than Tuesday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Townsville Airport (TSV) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $1,097 return on this route – about $94 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Direct departures

Cairns to Mount Isa

Monday

Rex

Rex

Tuesday

Rex

Rex

Wednesday

Rex

Rex

Thursday

Rex

Rex

Friday

Rex

Rex

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Direct returns

Mount Isa to Cairns

Monday

Rex

Rex

Tuesday

Rex

Rex

Wednesday

Rex

Rex

Thursday

Rex

Rex

Friday

Rex

Rex

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