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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from C$ 118

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns departing on 5/2. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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5:25 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
3h 25mdirect
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7:30 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.
CNS
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MEL
6h 20m
1 stop
C$ 223Jetstar
qui, 7 mai - dom, 10 mai
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6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
MEL
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CNS
3h 15mdirect
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4:00 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 20mdirect
C$ 235Jetstar
qua, 11 mar - qua, 18 mar
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8:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
8:40 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 20mdirect
C$ 236Jetstar
seg, 30 mar - sex, 3 abr
Jetstar Logo
5:25 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
7:30 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
6h 20m
1 stop
C$ 240Jetstar
qui, 14 mai - dom, 17 mai
Jetstar Logo
5:25 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
9:40 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 20mdirect
C$ 242Jetstar
qui, 14 mai - dom, 17 mai
Jetstar Logo
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
6:40 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 243Jetstar
dom, 8 fev - sáb, 14 fev
Jetstar Logo
7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
9:40 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 20mdirect
C$ 246Jetstar
sáb, 2 mai - ter, 5 mai
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7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
9:40 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 20mdirect
C$ 251Jetstar
ter, 7 abr - sex, 10 abr
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8:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 25mdirect
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9:40 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 20mdirect
C$ 267Jetstar
ter, 31 mar - dom, 5 abr
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7:15 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
3h 25mdirect
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9:40 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
CNS
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MEL
3h 20mdirect
C$ 285Jetstar
dom, 5 abr - qua, 8 abr

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
12 Mar
MEL9:00 a.m.Melbourne
6h 55m
1 stop
CNS2:55 p.m.Cairns
19 Mar
CNS11:55 p.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL4:20 a.m.Melbourne
C$ 343
Virgin Australia
4 Jul
MEL9:00 a.m.Melbourne
6h 55m
1 stop
CNS3:55 p.m.Cairns
10 Jul
CNS12:55 a.m.Cairns
3h 30m
MEL4:25 a.m.Melbourne
C$ 375
Virgin Australia
2 May
MEL6:25 a.m.Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS9:50 a.m.Cairns
2 May
CNS1:55 p.m.Cairns
7h 25m
1 stop
MEL9:20 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 380

Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
7 May
MEL5:25 p.m.Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS8:50 p.m.Cairns
10 May
CNS7:30 a.m.Cairns
6h 20m
1 stop
MEL1:50 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 223
Jetstar
1 Feb
MEL7:45 p.m.Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS10:05 p.m.Cairns
8 Feb
CNS9:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL2:10 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 234
Jetstar
11 Mar
MEL6:15 a.m.Melbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 a.m.Cairns
18 Mar
CNS4:00 p.m.Cairns
3h 20m
MEL8:20 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 235

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns 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 29 janeiro 2026.
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MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qui 7/5

5:25 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

dom 10/5

7:30 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 223

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qua 11/3

6:15 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

qua 18/3

4:00 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 235

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

seg 30/3

8:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

sex 3/4

8:40 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 236

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qui 14/5

5:25 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

dom 17/5

7:30 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 240

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qui 14/5

5:25 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

dom 17/5

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

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 242

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

dom 8/2

6:15 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

sáb 14/2

6:40 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 243

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

sáb 2/5

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

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

ter 5/5

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

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 246

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

ter 7/4

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

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

sex 10/4

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

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 251

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

ter 31/3

8:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

dom 5/4

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

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 267

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

dom 5/4

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

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

qua 8/4

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

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 285

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

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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$ 221. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of February, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around C$ 221.

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

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 280. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 292. 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 morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 280 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of C$ 333.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around C$ 286 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport for as low as C$ 258 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

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

As of January 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 3% 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Best price found

C$ 109

Fastest flight time

3h 20m

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$ 109. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 275.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns takes 3h 20m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Cairns every day.
There is 1 airport in Cairns. From Melbourne Airport there are direct flights to Cairns (CNS).
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  • How far is Melbourne to Cairns by plane?

    A flight from Melbourne to Cairns will travel around 2307.1 km. 3h 20m 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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