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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Melbourne Airport
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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 March, then book flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns during February instead. Flights to Melbourne Airport in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around C$ 222.
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?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns when booking 21 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around C$ 340 when searching 21 weeks out.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$ 169 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.
How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per day?
As of April 2025, there are 17 flights per day flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00p.m., with 55% of flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per week?
120 flights are operational weekly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 37.93% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 21.56%, Airbus A321neo at 21.41%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 14.00%.
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Finding the right flight to Melbourne from Cairns is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognizable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Melbourne quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Cairns to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Cairns to Melbourne flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Cairns to Melbourne?
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.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Melbourne and let you know when they change.