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Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport flight

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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 06:25
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 09:45
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, May 2 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 20:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, May 8 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 112 £ 148
        24% off
        24% off
        £ 148 £ 112
      • MEL 06:25
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 09:45
        Melbourne - Cairns | Tue, Apr 28 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 14:50
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 18:20
        Cairns - Melbourne | Tue, May 5 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 116 £ 148
        22% off
        22% off
        £ 148 £ 116
      • MEL 11:20
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 14:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Mon, Apr 27 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 07:00
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 10:30
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 116 £ 148
        22% off
        22% off
        £ 148 £ 116
      • MEL 06:25
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 09:45
        Melbourne - Cairns | Tue, May 5 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 11:00
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:30
        Cairns - Melbourne | Mon, May 11 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 118
        20% off
        £ 148 £ 118
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Wed, May 6 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 11:00
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:30
        Cairns - Melbourne | Tue, May 12 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 118
        20% off
        £ 148 £ 118
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, May 17 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 21:10
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 00:30
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sun, May 24 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 122
        18% off
        £ 148 £ 122
      • MEL 17:25
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 20:50
        Melbourne - Cairns | Wed, Apr 29 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 20:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, May 6 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 124
        16% off
        £ 148 £ 124
      • MEL 06:25
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 09:45
        Melbourne - Cairns | Wed, May 13 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 21:40
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 01:00
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, May 20 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 125
        16% off
        £ 148 £ 125
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Thu, May 28 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 21:10
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 00:30
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sun, May 31 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 125
        16% off
        £ 148 £ 125
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 21:40
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 01:00
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, May 8 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 125
        16% off
        £ 148 £ 125
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS Invalid Date
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Apr 25 | Normal Airline
        CNS 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        MEL 16:00
        Cairns - Melbourne | Mon, Apr 27 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 06:25
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 09:45
        Melbourne - Cairns | Tue, Jun 2 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 61 £ 73
        16% off
        16% off
        £ 73 £ 61
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, Jun 7 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62 £ 73
        15% off
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 17:25
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 20:50
        Melbourne - Cairns | Mon, Jun 1 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62 £ 73
        15% off
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, May 29 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Tue, May 26 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Mon, May 25 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, May 15 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Jun 6 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, May 8 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 19:15
        3h 25m
        Direct
        CNS 22:40
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, May 3 | Jetstar Airways
        £ 62
        15% off
        £ 73 £ 62
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS Invalid Date
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Apr 25 | Normal Airline
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Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average one-way fares by month from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport are usually in November, with an average price of £ 71. July sees the highest fares, around £ 148.

£ 148
£ 110
£ 71
£ 33
    Cheapest
  • £ 96
    Apr
  • £ 88
    May
  • £ 108
    Jun
  • £ 148
    Jul
  • £ 117
    Aug
  • £ 108
    Sep
  • £ 78
    Oct
  • £ 71
    Nov
  • £ 76
    Dec
  • £ 85
    Jan
  • £ 104
    Feb
  • £ 104
    Mar

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average round-trip fares by month from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest round‑trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport are usually in February, with an average price of £ 152. July sees the highest fares, around £ 239.

£ 239
£ 196
£ 152
£ 109
    Cheapest
  • £ 204
    Apr
  • £ 156
    May
  • £ 181
    Jun
  • £ 239
    Jul
  • £ 189
    Aug
  • £ 193
    Sep
  • £ 167
    Oct
  • £ 202
    Nov
  • £ 220
    Dec
  • £ 226
    Jan
  • £ 152
    Feb
  • £ 163
    Mar

Which day of the week has the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average fares by each day of the week from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport is Tuesday, with average prices lower than other days. Try to avoid departing on Friday, as fares are typically the highest.

£ 122
£ 109
£ 96
£ 83
  • £ 119
    Mon
  • £ 96
    Tue
  • £ 107
    Wed
  • £ 117
    Thu
  • £ 122
    Fri
  • £ 113
    Sat
  • £ 109
    Sun

Selected Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport

See which airlines fly from Melbourne to Cairns. Find the airline that best meets your travel needs by comparing prices and treat yourself to an enjoyable journey.

Jetstar Airways
From £ 63
Virgin Australia
From £ 71
Qantas Airways
From £ 75
Air Pacific
From £ 321
Air New Zealand
From £ 343
Air Niugini
From £ 436

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Flight Schedule from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport

Check the schedule for flights from Melbourne to Cairns and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ034

    Melbourne Airport

    06:15

    MEL

    3h 15m

    08:30

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  2. JQ946

    Melbourne Airport

    19:50

    MEL

    3h 20m

    22:10

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport Flights Info

Flight distance2,316.37km
Cheapest one-way ticket price£ 61
Cheapest return ticket price£ 112

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    It takes around 3 hours 24 minutes to fly from Melbourne Airport (mel) to Cairns Airport (cns).
  • There are around 7 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • Tickets cost around £ 95 in July, making it the cheapest month to book. Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is a popular route, so don't forget to book your tickets in advance.
  • The route from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around £ 111 in April, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 06:15 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 08:30.
  • The latest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 21:25 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 23:55.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 5372 flights per month.

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