Flying from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Cairns Airport (CNS): what you need to know
Moranbah and Cairns share the same timezone, UTC+10.
To ensure you catch your MOV to CNS flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport. Brisbane Airport is a popular stopover on the MOV to CNS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moranbah Airport (MOV) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
$324 is currently the best price for a one-way Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport flight. A return flight starts at $684. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MOV to CNS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MOV to CNS.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport.
Handy information about Moranbah Airport (MOV)
Moranbah Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84.28% of flights that take off from MOV land on time.
To get to Moranbah Airport from central Moranbah, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport? Consider Western Heritage Motor Inn. Get a good night's rest here before heading to MOV.
Arriving at Cairns Airport (CNS)
If you're landing on a late Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CNS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cairns Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or East Coast and find adventure across Cairns and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Cairns Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Cairns Airport (CNS) to central Cairns
Cairns Airport to the center of Cairns has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairns Airport (CNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cairns based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Moranbah Airport to Cairns Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Cairns, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MOV to CNS in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Cairns, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey around 290 kilometers south to Townsville to check off its top sights. From The Strand Beach to Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Australia, head for Bowen, about 434 kilometers south-east of Cairns. Holbourne Island National Park, The Big Mango and Grays Bay are key highlights.
