Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

Flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Port Macquarie (PQQ).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie.

Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie pass through?

Most connecting flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Cairns to Port Macquarie route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $513 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $733, a difference of $220. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Cairns to Port Macquarie 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 $712 to $1,677. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cairns to Port Macquarie looking right now?

One-way fares from Cairns to Port Macquarie are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,372, which is 264% above the typical average for this route.

Which car hire options are available at Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)?

Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include: • Avis • Hertz • Budget • Alamo • Sixt

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

Flights via Brisbane (BNE) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $666. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cairns to Port Macquarie, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Brisbane (BNE) had the shortest average connection time for Cairns to Port Macquarie stopovers at 237 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

06:00 - 14:15CNS Cairns-PQQ Port Macquarie

7h 15m1 stop Brisbane

15:40 - 08:20PQQ Port Macquarie-CNS Cairns

17h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

$712Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

06:00 - 14:15CNS Cairns-PQQ Port Macquarie

7h 15m1 stop Brisbane

15:40 - 23:05PQQ Port Macquarie-CNS Cairns

8h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

$803Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

06:00 - 19:45CNS Cairns-PQQ Port Macquarie

12h 45m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

16:50 - 22:40PQQ Port Macquarie-CNS Cairns

6h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

$890Qantas Airways

Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

19:10 - 15:15CNS Cairns-PQQ Port Macquarie

20h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:05 - 08:30PQQ Port Macquarie-CNS Cairns

20h 25m1 stop Brisbane

$990Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

19:10 - 15:15CNS Cairns-PQQ Port Macquarie

20h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

15:45 - 11:10PQQ Port Macquarie-CNS Cairns

19h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

$1,020Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

06:00 - 16:25CNS Cairns-PQQ Port Macquarie

10h 25m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:30 - 16:10PQQ Port Macquarie-CNS Cairns

9h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

$1,317Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

16:55 - 11:40CNS Cairns-PQQ Port Macquarie

18h 45m3 stops Brisbane Adelaide Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:30 - 16:10PQQ Port Macquarie-CNS Cairns

9h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane

$1,677Multiple Airlines

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns to Port Macquarie?

Qantas Airways ($890) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairns to Port Macquarie in the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Port Macquarie?
Flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Port Macquarie (PQQ).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie.
Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie pass through?
Most connecting flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie pass through Brisbane (BNE), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Port Macquarie?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Cairns to Port Macquarie route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $513 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $733, a difference of $220. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Port Macquarie?
No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Cairns to Port Macquarie 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 $712 to $1,677. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cairns to Port Macquarie looking right now?
One-way fares from Cairns to Port Macquarie are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,372, which is 264% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)?
Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Avis
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Sixt

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $513 – about $220 less than Friday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Macquarie Airport.
- Sails Port Macquarie by Rydges
- Camp Jordans
- Port Macquarie Motel

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