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CNSISASat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareA$651Qantas Airways
Fastest19h 50mgate to gate
Options found30flights on this route
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Qantas Airways
QF-1565
15:45
2026-10-03
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
50H :05 M
2 Stops
BNE
· 20h 05m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
TSV
· 23h 40m Townsville (TSV), Australia
17:50
2026-10-05
Mount Isa (ISA)Mount Isa
Non Refundable 3 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,564
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 50H :05 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
A$1,608
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 50H :05 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Virgin Australia
VA-1424
16:35
2026-10-03
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
41H :00 M
2 Stops
SYD
· 23h 30m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE
· 10h 15m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
08:35
2026-10-05
Mount Isa (ISA)Mount Isa
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,586
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 41H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,623
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 41H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,671
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 41H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Virgin Australia
VA-1428
19:15
2026-10-03
Cairns (CNS)Cairns
38H :20 M
2 Stops
SYD
· 20h 50m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE
· 10h 15m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
08:35
2026-10-05
Mount Isa (ISA)Mount Isa
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,586
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 38H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,623
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 38H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
A$1,671
Flight DetailsCNS to ISA - 38H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareA$651Qantas Airways09:00
Earliest departureA$1,146Qantas Airways06:00
Shortest durationA$1,223Qantas Airways15:45
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
A$651Qantas Airways at 09:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
A$651Qantas Airways at 13:30Evening
18:00-23:59
A$1,586Virgin Australia at 19:15
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -16.885799408
Longitude: 145.755004883
Mount Isa (ISA)
Mount Isa
Australia
GMT 10
Latitude: -20.663900375399997
Longitude: 139.488998413
Distance: Cairns (CNS), Australia to Mount Isa (ISA), Australia - 781.92 km
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How to travel Cairns to Mount Isa
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹44,609Longer — includes a stop30 options
Air distance is about 782 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Cairns to Mount Isa
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QA
Qantas Airways Flights
from A$65125 flights
Fares from
A$651
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
25 — compare timings in the list above
VI
Virgin Australia Flights
from A$1,5865 flights
Fares from
A$1,586
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
5 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
19h 50m · Qantas Airways
First departure of the day
06:00 · Qantas Airways
Last departure of the day
21:00 · Virgin Australia
Options in this snapshot
30
Airport codes
Cairns–CNS, Mount Isa–ISA
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 30 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 21:00. The fastest flight takes about 19h 50m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from A$651, Afternoon from A$651, Evening from A$1,586. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Cairns to Mount Isa flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Cairns to Mount Isa, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$651. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Cairns from Mount Isa by air?
The direct air distance between Cairns (CNS) and Mount Isa (ISA) is about 782 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from CNS to ISA?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Cairns to Mount Isa option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Cairns to Mount Isa?
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Mount Isa?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 19h 50m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Cairns to Mount Isa flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Cairns to Mount Isa flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Cairns to Mount Isa for the dates currently loaded is A$651. Fares on the same dates run up to A$2,080, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Cairns to Mount Isa flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 21:00, local time at Cairns. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 781.92 km.
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Lowest Cairns to Mount Isa airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
A$651
03/10/2026
Qantas Airways
09:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
A$638
12/10/2026
Qantas Airways
09:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
A$619
11/12/2026
Qantas Airways
09:00
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Cairns to Mount Isa Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Cairns and Mount Isa is approximately 782 KM. The flight duration ranges from 19H :50 M up to 50H :05 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Cairns to Mount Isa Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 30 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Cairns at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 21:00. Flights depart from Cairns and land at Mount Isa.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Cairns to Mount Isa
Aerial Distance
782 KM
Flight Duration
19H :50 M - 50H :05 M
Airport Codes
Cairns - CNS, Mount Isa - ISA
Total Flights Available
30 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 21:00
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
5 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
2 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
1 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
CNS: Cairns airport. Cairns airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
ISA: Mt. Isa airport. Mt. Isa airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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