What is the cheapest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns?

The cheapest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 16h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns?

The fastest way to get from Mapoon to Cairns is to drive and fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $280 - $750.

How far is it from Mapoon to Cairns?

The distance between Mapoon and Cairns is 720 km. The road distance is 889.7 km.

How long does it take to get from Mapoon to Cairns?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Mapoon to Cairns, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mapoon to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Mapoon to Cairns is 890 km. It takes approximately 16h 50m to drive from Mapoon to Cairns.

Where can I stay near Cairns?

There are 992+ hotels available in Cairns.

Mapoon to Cairns - 2 ways to travel via car, and plane

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

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Mapoon to Weipa Airport (WEI)
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cairns (CNS)WEI - CNS
5h 21m
$288–726
Drive 889.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mapoon to Cairns889.7 km
16h 50m
$175–253

Weipa Airport (WEI) to Cairns (CNS) flights

16Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$279Cheapest Price

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Distance: 719.9 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Mapoon, QLD, Australia and Cairns, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Mapoon to Cairns. However, you can drive to Weipa Airport (WEI) airport, fly to Cairns (CNS), walk to Cairns Airport, then take the shuttle to Cairns Base Hospital. Alternatively, you can drive from Mapoon to Cairns in around 16h 50m.

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