Traveling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 2 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport. Cairns and Mount Isa have the same timezone (UTC+10).
You can choose from 8 weekly flights from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport. The 06:30 departure with Rex Regional Express is the earliest available from CNS to ISA. Rex Regional Express operates the last service of the day at 18:20 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Rex Regional Express runs direct flights from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to discover the sights in Mount Isa — plus maybe even more of Australia if your schedule allows.
Finding a convenient stopover on flights from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options. Townsville Airport is a popular stopover when journeying from CNS to ISA.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from CNS to ISA, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're traveling within Australia. As long as you have some other form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport is C$256. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$508. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 4 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from CNS to ISA.
December is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from CNS to ISA every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Cairns, Cairns Airport can be reached in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CNS:
Arriving at Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
If you're on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ISA:
Getting from Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to central Mount Isa
From Mount Isa Airport, Mount Isa is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Mount Isa in February.
Lock in your flight from Cairns Airport to Mount Isa Airport for December if you want to explore Mount Isa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNS to ISA in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC and 25ºC then.
More about Mount Isa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mount Isa right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from CNS to ISA:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Underground Hospital and Museum, Riversleigh Fossil Centre and Hard Times Mine are essential stops on your Mount Isa itinerary.
Complete your Mount Isa trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Mount Isa Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Mount Isa.
