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How long is the flight from Cairns to Mackay?

CNSCairns
MKYMackay
Flight Time
1 h 10 min
Distance
598km

372 miles

Departure
22:41
Arrival
23:51
From

CNSCairns

Cairns International Airport

Departure 22:41 · Australia/Brisbane

To

MKYMackay

Mackay Airport

Arrival 23:51 · Australia/Brisbane

Route Details

The flight from Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns to Mackay Airport (MKY) in Mackay covers a distance of approximately 598 kilometers (372 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 1 h 10 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Arrival Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Cairns to Mackay?

A direct flight from Cairns to Mackay takes around 1 h 10 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Cairns to Mackay?

The distance from Cairns to Mackay is about 598 kilometers (372 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Cairns to Mackay?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 1 h 10 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Mackay to Cairns.