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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from C$ 114

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Jetstar Logo
7:45 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.
MEL
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CNS
3h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
7:30 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 244Jetstar
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
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$ 261Jetstar
Mon, 11 May - Fri, 15 May
Jetstar Logo
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
7:45 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 265Jetstar
Tue, 17 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
8:35 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 30mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
11:45 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 288Virgin Australia
Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Jetstar Logo
6:15 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
9:45 a.m. - 6:20 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
7h 35m1 stop
C$ 306Jetstar
Tue, 17 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
Jetstar Logo
2:10 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
6h 40m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
7:30 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 308Jetstar
Sat, 10 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
6:50 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
5h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
7:50 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 331Virgin Australia
Wed, 7 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
8:35 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 30mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
11:45 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 349Virgin Australia
Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
6:50 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
5h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
7:50 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
3h 25mdirect
C$ 353Virgin Australia
Mon, 5 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
Virgin Australia Logo
8:35 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
3h 30mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.
CNS
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MEL
14h 15m1 stop
C$ 360Virgin Australia
Sat, 31 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
31 Jan
MEL8:35 a.m.Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS11:05 a.m.Cairns
3 Feb
CNS11:45 a.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL4:10 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 288
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Virgin Australia
7 Jan
MEL6:50 p.m.Melbourne
5h 15m
1 stop
CNS11:05 p.m.Cairns
14 Jan
CNS7:50 p.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL12:15 a.m.Melbourne
C$ 331
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Virgin Australia
17 Dec
MEL11:00 a.m.Melbourne
6h 45m
1 stop
CNS4:45 p.m.Cairns
18 Dec
CNS11:55 p.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL4:20 a.m.Melbourne
C$ 335
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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

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Qantas Airways
7 Feb
MEL8:25 a.m.Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS10:45 a.m.Cairns
20 Feb
CNS11:35 a.m.Cairns
3h 25m
MEL4:00 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 568
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Qantas Airways
9 Jan
MEL9:20 a.m.Melbourne
5h 45m
1 stop
CNS2:05 p.m.Cairns
16 Jan
CNS6:00 a.m.Cairns
5h 25m
1 stop
MEL12:25 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 637
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Qantas Airways
17 Dec
MEL6:30 p.m.Melbourne
5h 35m
1 stop
CNS11:05 p.m.Cairns
20 Dec
CNS5:00 p.m.Cairns
5h 35m
1 stop
MEL11:35 p.m.Melbourne
C$ 783
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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 11 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

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

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Fri 27/3

7:30 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 244

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

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

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Fri 15/5

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

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 261

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

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

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Sat 21/2

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

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 265

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

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

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

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

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 288

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

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

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Sat 21/2

9:45 a.m.-6:20 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

C$ 306

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

2:10 p.m.-7:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

Cairns

Wed 14/1

7:30 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 308

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

6:50 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop5h 15m

Cairns

Wed 14/1

7:50 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 331

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

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

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

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

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 349

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 5/1

6:50 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop5h 15m

Cairns

Tue 13/1

7:50 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 353

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

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

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

Tue 3/2

6:00 a.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop14h 15m

C$ 360

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

In general, March 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 March, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around C$ 222.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 297. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 474. 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$ 318 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of C$ 338.

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$ 290 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$ 245 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 December 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 15% 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

Fastest flight time

3h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
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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