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Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport from C$ 116

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9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 230Jetstar
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Tue, 10 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 232Jetstar
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Thu, 12 Dec - Sat, 14 Dec
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 244Jetstar
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Sun, 19 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 293Jetstar
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Sun, 15 Dec - Thu, 19 Dec
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
6:45 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
C$ 299Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Mon, 15 Sep
3:50 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.CNS-MEL
7h 15m1 stop
6:45 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
C$ 317Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Mon, 15 Sep
7:55 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
9:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 25m1 stop
C$ 334Virgin Australia
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Fri, 14 Mar - Mon, 7 Apr
8:25 p.m. - 11:50 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
6:15 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.MEL-CNS
5h 10m1 stop
C$ 348Virgin Australia
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Thu, 17 Apr - Thu, 19 Jun
11:45 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
10:00 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.MEL-CNS
5h 55m1 stop
C$ 352Virgin Australia
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Thu, 13 Mar - Mon, 7 Apr
12:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.CNS-MEL
6h 00m1 stop
9:20 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.MEL-CNS
9h 40m1 stop
C$ 871Qantas Airways
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Mon, 23 Dec - Thu, 2 Jan
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 116Jetstar
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Tue, 17 Dec
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 123Jetstar
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Tue, 25 Feb
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 145Jetstar
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Sun, 19 Jan
9:05 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 165Jetstar
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Wed, 27 Nov
7:55 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 175Virgin Australia
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Sun, 26 Jan
10:30 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 182Virgin Australia
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Mon, 21 Apr
6:40 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
5h 35m1 stop
C$ 187Jetstar
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Tue, 25 Feb
7:00 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.CNS-MEL
11h 45m2 stops
C$ 751
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Tue, 25 Feb
5:20 p.m. - 7:10 a.m.CNS-MEL
36h 50m2 stops
C$ 7,562Qatar Airways
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Sun, 5 Jan
3:45 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
30h 15m2 stops
C$ 8,263Qatar Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 351Jetstar
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Sun, 24 Nov - Thu, 28 Nov
11:40 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
7h 35m1 stop
6:05 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
C$ 411Virgin Australia
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Fri, 22 Nov - Sun, 24 Nov
2:40 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
5h 35m1 stop
8:10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 50m1 stop
C$ 438Virgin Australia
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Fri, 22 Nov - Fri, 29 Nov
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
7:50 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
C$ 497Jetstar
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Fri, 22 Nov - Tue, 26 Nov
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
7:50 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
C$ 517Jetstar
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Fri, 22 Nov - Fri, 29 Nov
11:40 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
7h 35m1 stop
8:10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 50m1 stop
C$ 550Virgin Australia
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Fri, 22 Nov - Sun, 24 Nov
11:40 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
7h 35m1 stop
6:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
5h 15m1 stop
C$ 560Virgin Australia
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Fri, 22 Nov - Sat, 23 Nov
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 230Jetstar
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Tue, 10 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 232Jetstar
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Thu, 12 Dec - Sat, 14 Dec
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 244Jetstar
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Sun, 19 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 293Jetstar
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Sun, 15 Dec - Thu, 19 Dec
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
6:45 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
C$ 299Jetstar
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Tue, 3 Dec - Mon, 15 Sep
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 436Jetstar
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Thu, 19 Dec - Thu, 26 Dec

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Jetstar
10 Dec
CNS9:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 p.m.Melbourne
17 Dec
MEL6:15 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 a.m.Cairns
Jetstar
12 Dec
CNS9:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 p.m.Melbourne
14 Dec
MEL6:00 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:15 a.m.Cairns
Jetstar
19 Jan
CNS9:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 p.m.Melbourne
23 Jan
MEL6:00 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:15 a.m.Cairns

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Virgin Australia
14 Mar
CNS7:55 p.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL12:20 a.m.Melbourne
7 Apr
MEL9:30 a.m.Melbourne
6h 25m
1 stop
CNS3:55 p.m.Cairns
Virgin Australia
17 Apr
CNS8:25 p.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL11:50 p.m.Melbourne
19 Jun
MEL6:15 a.m.Melbourne
5h 10m
1 stop
CNS11:25 a.m.Cairns
Virgin Australia
13 Mar
CNS11:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL4:10 p.m.Melbourne
7 Apr
MEL10:00 a.m.Melbourne
5h 55m
1 stop
CNS3:55 p.m.Cairns

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns during March instead. Flights to Melbourne Airport in March, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around C$ 314.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Melbourne flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne Airport is about 44 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are C$ 373. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns for as low as C$ 236 on momondo.

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

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Melbourne 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 Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 73% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight.

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

As of November 2024, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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

C$ 116

Fastest flight time

3h 25m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Cairns in the past 72 hours is C$ 116. The best round-trip flight deal from Cairns to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 230.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport takes 3h 25m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Melbourne Airport every day.

  • How far is Cairns to Melbourne by plane?

    Cairns and Melbourne are 2307.1 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 25m.

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

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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


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

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Melbourne from Cairns.

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