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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from RUB 7,515 and round-trip from RUB 14,055. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Mon, Dec 7 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,055 RUB 23,483
        40% off
        40% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,055
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Mon, Dec 7 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,118 RUB 23,483
        40% off
        40% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,118
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Nov 27 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,219 RUB 23,483
        39% off
        39% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,219
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, Nov 29 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 19:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,232
        39% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,232
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Tue, Dec 1 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sun, Dec 6 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,257
        39% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,257
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,295
        39% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,295
      • MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Nov 28 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 19:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,447
        38% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,447
      • MEL 15:25
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 17:45
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Dec 5 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 19:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 9 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,510
        38% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,510
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, Dec 6 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, Dec 11 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,586
        38% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,586
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Thu, Dec 3 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Mon, Dec 7 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 14,637
        38% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 14,637
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 19:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 16,661
        28% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 16,661
      • MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Nov 20 | Jetstar Airways
        CNS 07:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 12:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 17,142
        27% off
        RUB 23,483 RUB 17,142
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 14:00
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
        CNS 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        MEL 16:00
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sun, Oct 11 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 7,515 RUB 11,455
        34% off
        34% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 7,515
      • MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Dec 5 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 7,616 RUB 11,455
        34% off
        34% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 7,616
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, Dec 6 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 7,641 RUB 11,455
        33% off
        33% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 7,641
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, Nov 8 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 7,717
        33% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 7,717
      • MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Nov 20 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 7,793
        32% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 7,793
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Mon, Nov 9 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 7,844
        32% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 7,844
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 7,907
        31% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 7,907
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 8,008
        30% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 8,008
      • MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Nov 28 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 8,008
        30% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 8,008
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Nov 27 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 8,071
        30% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 8,071
      • MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sun, Nov 29 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 8,122
        28% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 8,122
      • MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Tue, Nov 10 | Jetstar Airways
        RUB 8,362
        27% off
        RUB 11,455 RUB 8,362
      • MEL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 14:00
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
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Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport are based on the average fares across airlines for the next three months, based on Trip.com’s latest data.

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 RUB 8,220. June sees the highest fares, around RUB 18,802.

RUB 18,802
RUB 13,511
RUB 8,220
RUB 2,929
    Cheapest
  • RUB 9,232
    Oct
  • RUB 8,220
    Nov
  • RUB 8,845
    Dec
  • RUB 9,858
    Jan
  • RUB 12,058
    Feb
  • RUB 12,066
    Mar
  • RUB 11,921
    Apr
  • RUB 10,981
    May
  • RUB 18,802
    Jun
  • RUB 14,467
    Jul
  • RUB 15,763
    Aug
  • RUB 16,704
    Sep

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 RUB 17,659. April sees the highest fares, around RUB 32,593.

RUB 32,593
RUB 25,126
RUB 17,659
RUB 10,192
    Cheapest
  • RUB 18,968
    Oct
  • RUB 23,449
    Nov
  • RUB 25,630
    Dec
  • RUB 26,332
    Jan
  • RUB 17,659
    Feb
  • RUB 18,983
    Mar
  • RUB 32,593
    Apr
  • RUB 22,072
    May
  • RUB 26,043
    Jun
  • RUB 29,502
    Jul
  • RUB 27,210
    Aug
  • RUB 29,402
    Sep

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 Thursday, as fares are typically the highest.

RUB 14,899
RUB 13,679
RUB 12,459
RUB 11,239
  • RUB 14,036
    Mon
  • RUB 12,459
    Tue
  • RUB 13,543
    Wed
  • RUB 14,899
    Thu
  • RUB 14,845
    Fri
  • RUB 14,679
    Sat
  • RUB 13,400
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport is Jetstar Airways (from RUB 7,616) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From RUB 7,616
Virgin Australia
From RUB 8,223
Qantas Airways
From RUB 10,905
Air New Zealand
From RUB 55,497

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What is the 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

    06:25

    MEL

    3h 20m

    09:45

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  2. JQ946

    Melbourne Airport

    19:15

    MEL

    3h 25m

    22:40

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ942

    Melbourne Airport

    11:20

    MEL

    3h 20m

    14:40

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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  4. JQ948

    Melbourne Airport

    17:25

    MEL

    3h 25m

    20:50

    CNS

    S M - - T F S
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  5. VA1297

    Melbourne Airport

    16:55

    MEL

    3h 25m

    20:20

    CNS

    - M - - - - -
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About Melbourne Airport and Cairns Airport

Learn about Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Cairns Airport (CNS) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 2,316.37km
Cheapest one-way ticket price RUB 7,515
Cheapest return ticket price RUB 14,055

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport takes about 2 hours 34 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 6 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 06:25, and the last departs at 18:55, with about 10 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around RUB 17,179 in October, 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.
  • One-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport currently start from RUB 7,515, and round-trip fares start from RUB 14,055. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Fri, Dec 4; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways operate direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 54 minutes, and around 58 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport is RUB 16,626. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways and IndiGo are the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport, with one-way fares starting from RUB 7,515. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 58 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Melbourne Airport and Cairns Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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