What is the cheapest way to get from Monkey Mia to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Monkey Mia to Cairns is to fly which costs $320 - $1,100 and takes 15h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monkey Mia to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Monkey Mia to Cairns is to fly which takes 15h 1m and costs $320 - $1,100.

How far is it from Monkey Mia to Cairns?

The distance between Monkey Mia and Cairns is 3494 km. The road distance is 5325.2 km.

How long does it take to get from Monkey Mia to Cairns?

It takes approximately 15h 1m to get from Monkey Mia to Cairns, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Monkey Mia and Cairns?

Cairns is 2h ahead of Monkey Mia. It is currently 4:47 AM in Monkey Mia and 6:47 AM in Cairns.

Can I drive from Monkey Mia to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Monkey Mia to Cairns is 5325 km. It takes approximately 2 days 19h to drive from Monkey Mia to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 1046+ hotels available in Cairns.

Monkey Mia to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via plane, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Monkey Mia to Cairns by plane or car

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1. Fly from Shark Bay Airport (MJK) to Cairns (CNS)plane MJK - CNS
15h 1m
$326–1,066
Drive 5,325.2 km
1. Drive from Monkey Mia to Cairnscar 5,325.2 km
2d 19h
$1,122–1,620

Shark Bay Airport (MJK) to Cairns (CNS) flights

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17h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,494.4 km
Duration: 15h 1m

What companies run services between Monkey Mia, WA, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

Regional Express, Jetstar, and Qantas fly from Shark Bay Airport (MJK) to Cairns (CNS) twice daily.

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