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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £64

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns departing on 17/2. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£128Jetstar
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mar, 21 gen - gio, 23 gen
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£132Jetstar
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ven, 17 gen - lun, 20 gen
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£133Jetstar
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sab, 1 mar - mar, 4 mar
11:20 - 14:40MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£165Jetstar
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lun, 21 apr - lun, 21 apr
21:10 - 09:05MEL-CNS
12h 55m1 stop
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
ven, 17 gen - lun, 20 gen
06:15 - 09:40MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
20:25 - 23:55CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£192Virgin Australia
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mar, 15 apr - mer, 16 apr
06:15 - 09:40MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
13:50 - 20:20CNS-MEL
6h 30m1 stop
£205Virgin Australia
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lun, 21 apr - lun, 21 apr
21:10 - 09:05MEL-CNS
12h 55m1 stop
15:45 - 22:05CNS-MEL
5h 20m1 stop
ven, 17 gen - lun, 20 gen
09:45 - 12:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
12:45 - 17:10CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£258Qantas Airways
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sab, 11 gen - lun, 20 gen
18:55 - 12:00MEL-CNS
18h 05m2 stops
18:40 - 17:45CNS-MEL
22h 05m2 stops
£999Air New Zealand
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sab, 1 mar - mar, 4 mar
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
£64Jetstar
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lun, 17 feb
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
£71Jetstar
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mer, 8 gen
06:05 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
£95Virgin Australia
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mar, 1 apr
06:15 - 09:40MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
£96Virgin Australia
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sab, 17 mag
09:00 - 14:55MEL-CNS
6h 55m1 stop
£112Virgin Australia
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dom, 5 gen
09:30 - 16:45MEL-CNS
8h 15m1 stop
£113Virgin Australia
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mer, 8 gen
18:50 - 23:15MEL-CNS
5h 25m1 stop
£116Virgin Australia
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lun, 17 mar
07:45 - 14:15MEL-CNS
7h 30m1 stop
£137Virgin Australia
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mar, 1 apr
17:25 - 22:45MEL-CNS
6h 20m1 stop
£275Qantas Airways
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gio, 2 gen
21:40 - 14:55MEL-CNS
18h 15m2 stops
dom, 12 gen
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£181Jetstar
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ven, 20 dic - ven, 27 dic
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
07:35 - 12:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£203Jetstar
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gio, 19 dic - lun, 23 dic
11:10 - 16:40MEL-CNS
6h 30m1 stop
19:55 - 00:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£215Virgin Australia
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ven, 20 dic - ven, 27 dic
11:00 - 16:45MEL-CNS
6h 45m1 stop
06:00 - 14:15CNS-MEL
7h 15m1 stop
£227Virgin Australia
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dom, 22 dic - gio, 26 dic
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£128Jetstar
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mar, 21 gen - gio, 23 gen
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£132Jetstar
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ven, 17 gen - lun, 20 gen
06:00 - 08:15MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£133Jetstar
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sab, 1 mar - mar, 4 mar
11:20 - 14:40MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£165Jetstar
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lun, 21 apr - lun, 21 apr
06:15 - 09:40MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
20:25 - 23:55CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£192Virgin Australia
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mar, 15 apr - mer, 16 apr
06:15 - 09:40MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
10:20 - 13:50CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£207Virgin Australia
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dom, 27 apr - dom, 4 mag
09:45 - 12:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
12:45 - 17:10CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£258Qantas Airways
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sab, 11 gen - lun, 20 gen
19:50 - 22:10MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
09:45 - 14:15CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£390Jetstar
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dom, 29 dic - ven, 3 gen

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
15 Apr
MEL06:15Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS09:40Cairns
16 Apr
CNS20:25Cairns
3h 30m
MEL23:55Melbourne
Virgin Australia
21 Apr
MEL06:15Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS09:40Cairns
21 Apr
CNS13:50Cairns
6h 30m
1 stop
MEL20:20Melbourne
Virgin Australia
27 Apr
MEL06:15Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS09:40Cairns
4 May
CNS10:20Cairns
3h 30m
MEL13:50Melbourne

Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
21 Jan
MEL06:00Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS08:15Cairns
23 Jan
CNS09:45Cairns
3h 30m
MEL14:15Melbourne
Jetstar
17 Jan
MEL19:50Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS22:10Cairns
20 Jan
CNS09:45Cairns
3h 30m
MEL14:15Melbourne
Jetstar
1 Mar
MEL06:00Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS08:15Cairns
4 Mar
CNS09:45Cairns
3h 30m
MEL14:15Melbourne

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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 to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in February, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Cairns during April average around £179.

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 Wednesday 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, Friday 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 £310.

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 evening. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the evening for as low as £170. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £289.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

The best time to book a flight to Cairns from Melbourne Airport is 49 days out, which is when prices tend to be around £203. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as £142.

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.

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

You could potentially save up to 76% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight.

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

As of December 2024, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 10% 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

£64

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 £64. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £128.
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 1433.6 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 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 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
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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom £106Free CancellationRating
7.5
459 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom £168Free CancellationRating
6.6
484 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 14 Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns this week, the average price was £284, with the best Virgin Australia deals starting from £134 round-trip. 459 users have rated Virgin Australia on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

  • Jetstar Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 484 Jetstar reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.6/10. Jetstar flies from Melbourne Airport to Cairns about 28 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £213 to £278. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Cairns?

It is quick and easy to find Melbourne to Cairns flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Cairns that suits you.

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Cairns from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Once all potential Melbourne to Cairns flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Cairns right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Cairns from Melbourne. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.


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