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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from $127

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06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$227Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Tue, 10 Dec
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$233Jetstar
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Fri, 6 Dec - Wed, 11 Dec
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$255Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Sun, 15 Dec
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$256Jetstar
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Thu, 12 Dec - Sun, 15 Dec
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$258Jetstar
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Fri, 6 Dec - Thu, 12 Dec
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$259Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Wed, 11 Dec
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
Mon, 2 Dec - Fri, 6 Dec
06:00 - 10:15MEL-CNS
5h 15m1 stop
19:55 - 00:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$372Virgin Australia
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Thu, 23 Jan - Sun, 26 Jan
11:10 - 16:40MEL-CNS
6h 30m1 stop
19:55 - 00:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$375Virgin Australia
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Fri, 20 Dec - Tue, 24 Dec
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
06:00 - 12:15CNS-MEL
5h 15m1 stop
$390Virgin Australia
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Wed, 27 Nov - Mon, 2 Dec
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
$127Jetstar
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Sat, 7 Dec
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$128Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$131Jetstar
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Wed, 4 Dec
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
$175Virgin Australia
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Fri, 29 Nov
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
$177Virgin Australia
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Mon, 2 Dec
10:30 - 16:40MEL-CNS
7h 10m2 stops
Wed, 26 Feb
21:40 - 17:35MEL-CNS
20h 55m2 stops
Tue, 3 Dec
11:55 - 15:55MEL-CNS
5h 00m1 stop
$377Qantas Airways
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Thu, 14 Nov
08:00 - 13:50MEL-CNS
6h 50m2 stops
$448Qantas Airways
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Sun, 9 Feb
06:00 - 18:30MEL-CNS
13h 30m2 stops
$791Air Niugini
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Mon, 24 Feb
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
14:40 - 00:15CNS-MEL
8h 35m1 stop
$505Virgin Australia
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Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 19 Nov
11:00 - 16:45MEL-CNS
6h 45m1 stop
14:40 - 21:15CNS-MEL
5h 35m1 stop
$509Virgin Australia
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Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 19 Nov
10:45 - 16:45MEL-CNS
7h 00m1 stop
17:20 - 00:15CNS-MEL
5h 55m1 stop
$511Virgin Australia
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Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 19 Nov
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
14:40 - 21:15CNS-MEL
5h 35m1 stop
Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 19 Nov
14:40 - 23:15MEL-CNS
9h 35m1 stop
11:40 - 22:15CNS-MEL
9h 35m1 stop
$532Virgin Australia
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Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 12 Nov
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 19 Nov
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$579Jetstar
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Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 19 Nov
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$634Jetstar
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Fri, 8 Nov - Tue, 12 Nov
14:30 - 10:15MEL-CNS
20h 45m2 stops
08:00 - 12:35CNS-MEL
27h 35m2 stops
$1,477Qantas Airways
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Mon, 4 Nov - Fri, 8 Nov
18:50 - 16:50MEL-CNS
23h 00m2 stops
20:35 - 17:45CNS-MEL
20h 10m2 stops
$2,347Qantas Airways
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Fri, 8 Nov - Sun, 10 Nov
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$227Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Tue, 10 Dec
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$233Jetstar
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Fri, 6 Dec - Wed, 11 Dec
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$255Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Sat, 7 Dec
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$256Jetstar
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Thu, 12 Dec - Sun, 15 Dec
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
$258Jetstar
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Fri, 6 Dec - Thu, 12 Dec
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
19:55 - 00:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Mon, 16 Dec - Mon, 16 Dec
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
Mon, 2 Dec - Fri, 6 Dec
06:05 - 08:35MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
19:55 - 00:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$442Virgin Australia
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Fri, 20 Dec - Tue, 24 Dec
09:45 - 12:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
12:45 - 17:10CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$532Qantas Airways
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Sun, 26 Jan - Tue, 4 Feb
08:40 - 11:10MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
09:15 - 13:40CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
$825Virgin Australia
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Fri, 27 Dec - Fri, 3 Jan

Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
3 Dec
MEL06:00Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS08:15Cairns
10 Dec
CNS07:35Cairns
3h 25m
MEL12:00Melbourne
Jetstar
6 Dec
MEL06:15Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS08:30Cairns
11 Dec
CNS09:45Cairns
3h 30m
MEL14:15Melbourne
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3 Dec
MEL06:00Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS08:15Cairns
15 Dec
CNS09:45Cairns
3h 30m
MEL14:15Melbourne

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
23 Jan
MEL06:00Melbourne
5h 15m
1 stop
CNS10:15Cairns
26 Jan
CNS19:55Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:20Melbourne
Virgin Australia
20 Dec
MEL11:10Melbourne
6h 30m
1 stop
CNS16:40Cairns
24 Dec
CNS19:55Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:20Melbourne
Virgin Australia
27 Nov
MEL06:05Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS08:35Cairns
2 Dec
CNS06:00Cairns
5h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:15Melbourne

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport is February. The most expensive is June.

What is the cheapest day to depart Melbourne Airport for Cairns?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Wednesday. The most expensive is usually Thursday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

In the evening. Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 20% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Cairns from Melbourne Airport?

Jetstar. Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

How far in advance should you book Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights?

54 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is approximately 54 days to departure

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per day?

As of November 2024, 20 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Cairns each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 06:00, with 70% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per week?

As of November 2024, 142 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Cairns each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Friday, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Melbourne Airport to Cairns.

How have Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

$127

Fastest flight time

3h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $127. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $227.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns takes 3h 15m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Cairns every day.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

  • 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?

  • 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?

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?


Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

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JetstarPriceFrom $191Free cancellationRating
6.6
524 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $231Free cancellationRating
7.6
492 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $345Free cancellationRating
7.5
838 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Virgin Australia is one of the most popular airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns, operating 10 flights/week on average for this route. A good Virgin Australia flight deal for Melbourne Airport to Cairns starts from $152 round-trip, up to an average price of $299. Our users have rated Virgin Australia at 7.6/10.

  • Qantas Airways Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    $227 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 $416, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Qantas Airways (7.5/10 from 838 user reviews) flies into Cairns from Melbourne Airport 29 times in an average week so prices can vary.


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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Cairns from Melbourne with this policy.

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momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Melbourne to Cairns.

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