Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Melbourne flights?

According to our data, Qantas Airways has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Melbourne?

Jetstar and Virgin Australia are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Melbourne

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per week?

103 flights are operational weekly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Sun, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

As of March 2026, there are 14 flights per day flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00a.m., with 81% of flights taking off at noon.

How often are flights from Cairns to Melbourne delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Cairns and Melbourne have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 108 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Melbourne flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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.

C$ 110 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Melbourne Airport?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 219 to C$ 332. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 240.

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2:50 p.m. - 6:20 p.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 30mdirect

7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 25mdirect

C$ 240Jetstar

Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May

9:40 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 20mdirect

7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 25mdirect

C$ 241Jetstar

Fri, 15 May - Mon, 18 May

7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 30mdirect

3:55 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 20mdirect

C$ 265Jetstar

Sat, 18 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr

7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 30mdirect

7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 25mdirect

C$ 274Jetstar

Fri, 17 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul

1:40 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 30mdirect

6:25 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 25mdirect

C$ 292Virgin Australia

Thu, 14 May - Sun, 17 May

7:10 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 25mdirect

7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 25mdirect

C$ 295Jetstar

Fri, 3 Apr - Tue, 7 Apr

8:10 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 25mdirect

6:25 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 20mdirect

C$ 313Jetstar

Sat, 11 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr

7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 30mdirect

7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 25mdirect

C$ 328Jetstar

Sun, 5 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr

8:10 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 25mdirect

6:25 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

MEL

CNS

3h 20mdirect

C$ 357Jetstar

Sat, 11 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

CNS

MEL

3h 30mdirect

8:00 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.

MEL

CNS

7h 55m

1 stop

C$ 381Virgin Australia

Thu, 14 May - Sun, 17 May

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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Virgin Australia

14 May

CNS1:40 p.m.Cairns

3h 30m

MEL5:10 p.m.Melbourne

17 May

MEL6:25 a.m.Melbourne

3h 25m

CNS9:50 a.m.Cairns

C$ 292

Virgin Australia

14 May

CNS10:30 a.m.Cairns

3h 30m

MEL2:00 p.m.Melbourne

17 May

MEL8:00 a.m.Melbourne

7h 55m

1 stop

CNS3:55 p.m.Cairns

C$ 381

Virgin Australia

17 Jul

CNS11:50 a.m.Cairns

7h 30m

1 stop

MEL7:20 p.m.Melbourne

17 Jul

MEL9:25 p.m.Melbourne

3h 25m

CNS12:50 a.m.Cairns

C$ 392

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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Jetstar

6 May

CNS2:50 p.m.Cairns

3h 30m

MEL6:20 p.m.Melbourne

13 May

MEL7:15 p.m.Melbourne

3h 25m

CNS10:40 p.m.Cairns

C$ 240

Jetstar

15 May

CNS9:40 p.m.Cairns

3h 20m

MEL1:00 a.m.Melbourne

18 May

MEL7:15 p.m.Melbourne

3h 25m

CNS10:40 p.m.Cairns

C$ 241

Jetstar

18 Apr

CNS7:00 a.m.Cairns

3h 30m

MEL10:30 a.m.Melbourne

25 Apr

MEL3:55 p.m.Melbourne

3h 20m

CNS7:15 p.m.Cairns

C$ 265

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Wed 6/5

2:50 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 240

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CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 15/5

9:40 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 241

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 18/4

7:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

3:55 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 265

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 17/7

7:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 274

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 14/5

1:40 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

6:25 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 292

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 3/4

7:10 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 7/4

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 295

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 11/4

8:10 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

6:25 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 313

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sun 5/4

7:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 9/4

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 328

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 11/4

8:10 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 13/4

6:25 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 357

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 14/5

10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

8:00 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 55m

C$ 381

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Melbourne Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns during February instead. Flights to Melbourne Airport in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around C$ 255.

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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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around C$ 279 when searching 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$ 173 on momondo.

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

As of March 2026, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 62% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 5h 20m.
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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 38.59% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 26.05%, Airbus A321neo at 21.64%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 4.48%.

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