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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from C$ 116

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6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 231Jetstar
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Tue, 21 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 244Jetstar
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Mon, 17 Mar - Fri, 21 Mar
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
9:05 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 257Jetstar
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Wed, 8 Jan - Thu, 16 Jan
7:50 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 261Jetstar
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Sat, 11 Jan - Wed, 15 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
2:40 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.CNS-MEL
8h 35m1 stop
C$ 347
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Mon, 3 Feb - Thu, 6 Feb
6:05 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
10:55 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.CNS-MEL
5h 40m1 stop
C$ 350Virgin Australia
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Tue, 21 Jan - Sun, 26 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
1:50 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.CNS-MEL
6h 30m1 stop
C$ 371Virgin Australia
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Mon, 21 Apr - Mon, 21 Apr
9:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
12:45 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 467Qantas Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
9:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 486
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Fri, 10 Jan - Tue, 14 Jan
9:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
6:00 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.CNS-MEL
5h 35m1 stop
C$ 550Qantas Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 116Jetstar
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Sat, 15 Feb
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 129Jetstar
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Wed, 8 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
C$ 130Jetstar
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Thu, 30 Jan
6:05 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
C$ 173Virgin Australia
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Tue, 1 Apr
6:15 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
C$ 174Virgin Australia
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Sat, 17 May
6:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.MEL-CNS
5h 15m1 stop
C$ 203Virgin Australia
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Sun, 5 Jan
9:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.MEL-CNS
8h 15m1 stop
C$ 204Virgin Australia
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Wed, 8 Jan
2:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.MEL-CNS
8h 20m2 stops
C$ 320
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Sun, 5 Jan
5:25 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 20m1 stop
C$ 498Qantas Airways
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Thu, 2 Jan
9:50 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.MEL-CNS
17h 10m3 stops
C$ 661
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Sun, 5 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 327Jetstar
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Fri, 20 Dec - Fri, 27 Dec
11:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 45m1 stop
7:55 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 349Virgin Australia
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Fri, 20 Dec - Wed, 25 Dec
12:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.MEL-CNS
5h 45m1 stop
9:15 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 366Virgin Australia
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Sat, 21 Dec - Wed, 25 Dec
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 368Jetstar
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Thu, 19 Dec - Mon, 23 Dec
11:10 a.m. - 4:40 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 30m1 stop
7:55 p.m. - 12:20 a.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 390Virgin Australia
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Fri, 20 Dec - Fri, 27 Dec
10:00 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.MEL-CNS
5h 55m1 stop
10:55 a.m. - 6:35 p.m.CNS-MEL
6h 40m1 stop
C$ 404Virgin Australia
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Thu, 19 Dec - Mon, 23 Dec
9:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
2:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 700
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Sat, 21 Dec - Tue, 24 Dec
12:00 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 35m1 stop
7:35 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 873
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Sun, 22 Dec - Thu, 26 Dec
11:55 a.m. - 7:35 p.m.MEL-CNS
8h 40m1 stop
12:45 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.CNS-MEL
8h 20m1 stop
C$ 2,382Qantas Airways
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Thu, 19 Dec - Thu, 26 Dec
5:25 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.MEL-CNS
6h 20m1 stop
2:35 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.CNS-MEL
8h 05m1 stop
C$ 2,407Qantas Airways
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Sat, 21 Dec - Tue, 24 Dec
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 231Jetstar
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Mon, 27 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 244Jetstar
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Mon, 17 Mar - Fri, 21 Mar
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
9:05 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 257Jetstar
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Wed, 8 Jan - Thu, 16 Jan
7:50 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 261Jetstar
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Sat, 11 Jan - Wed, 15 Jan
6:15 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
8:25 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 347Virgin Australia
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Tue, 15 Apr - Wed, 16 Apr
6:15 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
10:20 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 374Virgin Australia
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Sun, 27 Apr - Sun, 4 May
9:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
12:45 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 467Qantas Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 20 Jan
9:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 486
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Fri, 10 Jan - Tue, 14 Jan
9:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
9:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
C$ 508
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Fri, 10 Jan - Sun, 12 Jan
9:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
1:35 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 666Qantas Airways
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Fri, 4 Apr - Thu, 10 Apr

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
11 Jan
MEL9:45 a.m.Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS12:05 p.m.Cairns
20 Jan
CNS12:45 p.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL5:10 p.m.Melbourne
Qantas Airways
11 Jan
MEL9:45 a.m.Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS12:05 p.m.Cairns
20 Jan
CNS6:00 a.m.Cairns
5h 35m
1 stop
MEL12:35 p.m.Melbourne
Qantas Airways
11 Jan
MEL8:35 a.m.Melbourne
15h 10m
1 stop
CNS10:45 p.m.Cairns
20 Jan
CNS6:00 a.m.Cairns
12h 45m
1 stop
MEL7:45 p.m.Melbourne

Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
21 Jan
MEL6:00 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:15 a.m.Cairns
23 Jan
CNS9:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 p.m.Melbourne
Jetstar
17 Mar
MEL6:15 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 a.m.Cairns
21 Mar
CNS9:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 p.m.Melbourne
Jetstar
8 Jan
MEL6:15 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 a.m.Cairns
16 Jan
CNS9:05 a.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL1:30 p.m.Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 273. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of February, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around C$ 324.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 0. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 350. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Flying to Cairns from Melbourne Airport in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 0 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of C$ 350.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight route?

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

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairns is about 49 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are C$ 368. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Cairns at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as C$ 467 in the past 72 hours.

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

There are 1 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 75% 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 11% 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

C$ 116

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 C$ 116. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 231.
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?

    A flight from Melbourne to Cairns will travel around 2307.1 km. 3h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

  • 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 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 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 license, 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?


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