Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from $123
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?
The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $264, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of February, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $336.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $476. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $1,392. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $347. Flying to Cairns in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,041 on average. Flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport when booking 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $398 when searching 17 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport for as low as $330 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Cairns flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Cairns?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Cairns
Which airlines fly to Cairns?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per day?
As of February 2025, 15 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Cairns each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 09:00, with 85% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per week?
As of February 2025, 111 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Cairns each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Melbourne to Cairns by plane?
Melbourne and Cairns are 2307.1 km apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?
As of February 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (34.69% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (20.06%), Airbus A320-100/200 (18.52%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (14.84%).
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is Jetstar, representing 60% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Virgin Australia at 39% and Qantas Airways at 1%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $198 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.5 447 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $236 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 420 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $293 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 817 reviews |
Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Virgin Australia is one of the most popular airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good Virgin Australia flight deal for Melbourne Airport to Cairns starts from $150 round-trip, up to an average price of $297. Our users have rated Virgin Australia at 7.5/10.
Qantas Airways Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns
$186 is the best Qantas Airways flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cairns found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Qantas Airways ticket price found was closer to $384, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Qantas Airways (7.4/10 from 817 user reviews) flies into Cairns from Melbourne Airport 23 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Cairns from Melbourne with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Cairns?
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