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Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne from C$ 123

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Virgin Australia Logo
3:45 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.
CNS
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MEL
6h 20m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
4:35 p.m. - 7:05 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
3h 30mdirect
C$ 376Virgin Australia
Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
Jetstar Logo
7:45 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
7:45 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 20mdirect
C$ 395Jetstar
Thu, 8 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
11:45 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
8:35 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 30mdirect
C$ 405Virgin Australia
Sat, 14 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
8:55 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
7h 40m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
9:25 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 30mdirect
C$ 416Virgin Australia
Sun, 28 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
3:45 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
6h 20m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
10:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
7h 45m1 stop
C$ 426Virgin Australia
Wed, 4 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
3:45 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.
CNS
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MEL
6h 20m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
9:30 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
6h 25m1 stop
C$ 427Virgin Australia
Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 11 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
9:15 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.
CNS
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MEL
8h 00m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
9:30 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
6h 25m1 stop
C$ 433Virgin Australia
Fri, 20 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
5:20 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
CNS
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MEL
5h 55m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
12:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
5h 45m1 stop
C$ 434Virgin Australia
Thu, 5 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
5:20 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
CNS
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MEL
5h 55m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
10:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
7h 45m1 stop
C$ 445Virgin Australia
Thu, 5 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
10:55 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
5h 40m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
8:35 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
MEL
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CNS
3h 30mdirect
C$ 453Virgin Australia
Sat, 14 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Virgin Australia
23 May
CNS10:30 a.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL2:00 p.m.Melbourne
27 May
MEL6:25 a.m.Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS9:50 a.m.Cairns
C$ 333
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Virgin Australia
9 Jan
CNS3:45 p.m.Cairns
6h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:05 p.m.Melbourne
11 Jan
MEL4:35 p.m.Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS7:05 p.m.Cairns
C$ 376
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Virgin Australia
23 May
CNS12:10 p.m.Cairns
6h 25m
1 stop
MEL6:35 p.m.Melbourne
27 May
MEL6:25 a.m.Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS9:50 a.m.Cairns
C$ 383
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Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Jetstar
1 Feb
CNS7:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL12:10 p.m.Melbourne
8 Feb
MEL7:45 p.m.Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS10:05 p.m.Cairns
C$ 227
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Jetstar
15 Jan
CNS2:35 p.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL7:05 p.m.Melbourne
22 Jan
MEL6:15 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 a.m.Cairns
C$ 267
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Jetstar
8 Jan
CNS7:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL12:10 p.m.Melbourne
11 Jan
MEL7:45 p.m.Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS10:05 p.m.Cairns
C$ 395
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 96,600 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 9/1

3:45 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

4:35 p.m.-7:05 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

C$ 376

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 8/1

7:45 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

7:45 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 395

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 14/2

11:45 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

8:35 a.m.-11:05 a.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

C$ 405

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sun 28/12

8:55 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop7h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 30/12

9:25 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

C$ 416

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 4/3

3:45 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

10:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 426

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 9/1

3:45 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

9:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 427

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 20/2

9:15 a.m.-6:15 p.m.

1 stop8h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

9:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 433

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 5/3

5:20 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

1 stop5h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

12:00 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop5h 45m

C$ 434

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 5/3

5:20 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

1 stop5h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

10:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 445

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 14/2

10:55 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop5h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

8:35 a.m.-11:05 a.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

C$ 453

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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 February, then book flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns during March instead. Flights to Melbourne Airport in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around C$ 219.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around C$ 270 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$ 150 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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 have Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 15% cheaper 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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Cheap Cairns to Melbourne Airport (CNS to MEL) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

5h 20m

Direct flights

Every day
The fastest flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport takes 5h 20m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Melbourne Airport every 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 5h 20m.

  • 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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