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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £57

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17:20 - 20:40MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£114Jetstar
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Tue, 29 Apr - Fri, 2 May
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19:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£121Jetstar
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Mon, 16 Jun - Wed, 18 Jun
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19:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£122Jetstar
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Mon, 16 Jun - Wed, 18 Jun
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19:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£138Jetstar
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Tue, 10 Jun - Tue, 17 Jun
Virgin Australia Logo
09:30 - 15:55MEL-CNS
6h 25m1 stop
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10:20 - 13:50CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£177Virgin Australia
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Fri, 5 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep
Virgin Australia Logo
13:00 - 18:35MEL-CNS
5h 35m1 stop
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20:25 - 23:55CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£197Virgin Australia
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Fri, 19 Sep - Sun, 21 Sep
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07:00 - 18:10MEL-CNS
11h 10m1 stop
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
Mon, 9 Jun - Mon, 9 Jun
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08:10 - 16:30MEL-CNS
8h 20m1 stop
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11:00 - 14:30CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
Sat, 20 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
09:15 - 20:55MEL-CNS
11h 40m1 stop
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14:25 - 21:20CNS-MEL
6h 55m1 stop
£358Qantas Airways
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Sun, 20 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
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11:55 - 18:20MEL-CNS
6h 25m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
14:25 - 23:35CNS-MEL
9h 10m2 stops
£393Qantas Airways
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Sun, 15 Jun - Mon, 23 Jun

Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
29 Apr
MEL17:20Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS20:40Cairns
2 May
CNS21:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne
Jetstar
16 Jun
MEL19:45Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS23:05Cairns
18 Jun
CNS21:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne
Jetstar
16 Jun
MEL19:45Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS23:05Cairns
18 Jun
CNS21:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
12 Apr
MEL14:25Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS17:50Cairns
14 Apr
CNS17:35Cairns
6h 00m
1 stop
MEL23:35Melbourne
Qantas Airways
6 Apr
MEL06:00Melbourne
16h 50m
1 stop
CNS22:50Cairns
10 Apr
CNS12:15Cairns
3h 25m
MEL15:40Melbourne
Qantas Airways
7 Apr
MEL06:00Melbourne
10h 40m
1 stop
CNS16:40Cairns
13 Apr
CNS18:35Cairns
3h 25m
MEL22:00Melbourne

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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?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Cairns during March average around £140.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £0. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £622.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the morning for as low as £0. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £685.

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 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £192 when searching 23 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 £158 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

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

As of April 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 3% cheaper 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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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Cairns (MEL to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£57

Fastest flight time

3h 20m

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 £57. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £114.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns takes 3h 20m
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 1433.6 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 3h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • 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 a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom £82Free CancellationRating
7.5
396 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom £105Free CancellationRating
6.6
437 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 9 Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns this week, the average price was £284, with the best Virgin Australia deals starting from £106 round-trip. 396 users have rated Virgin Australia on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

  • Jetstar Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 437 Jetstar reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.6/10. Jetstar flies from Melbourne Airport to Cairns about 26 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £136 to £222. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


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