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Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne from $129

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20:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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20:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$233Jetstar
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Sat, 11 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
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20:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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20:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$235Jetstar
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Thu, 9 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
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20:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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20:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$236Jetstar
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Fri, 10 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
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18:30 - 22:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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19:45 - 22:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$238Jetstar
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Wed, 10 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec
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07:00 - 11:30CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
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20:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$239Jetstar
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Sun, 19 Oct - Thu, 23 Oct
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07:00 - 11:30CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
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20:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
$244Jetstar
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Wed, 15 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
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19:30 - 23:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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21:25 - 23:55MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
$280
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Fri, 12 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec
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23:55 - 04:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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21:25 - 23:55MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
$313Virgin Australia
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Fri, 2 Jan - Mon, 5 Jan
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23:55 - 04:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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21:25 - 23:55MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
$317Virgin Australia
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Mon, 27 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
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23:55 - 04:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
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21:25 - 23:55MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
$319Virgin Australia
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Tue, 28 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Jetstar
11 Oct
CNS20:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne
15 Oct
MEL20:45Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS23:05Cairns
$233
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Jetstar
9 Oct
CNS20:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne
15 Oct
MEL20:45Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS23:05Cairns
$235
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Jetstar
10 Oct
CNS20:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne
17 Oct
MEL20:45Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS23:05Cairns
$236
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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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Virgin Australia
2 Jan
CNS23:55Cairns
3h 25m
MEL04:20Melbourne
5 Jan
MEL21:25Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS23:55Cairns
$313
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Virgin Australia
27 Oct
CNS23:55Cairns
3h 25m
MEL04:20Melbourne
3 Nov
MEL21:25Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS23:55Cairns
$317
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Virgin Australia
28 Oct
CNS23:55Cairns
3h 25m
MEL04:20Melbourne
4 Nov
MEL21:25Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS23:55Cairns
$319
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Customise 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 78,305 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2025.
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CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 11/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$233

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 9/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$235

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 10/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$236

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 10/12

18:30-22:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$238

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sun 19/10

07:00-11:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 23/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$239

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 15/10

07:00-11:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

20:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$244

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 12/12

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 16/12

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

$280

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 2/1

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 5/1

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

$313

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Mon 27/10

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

$317

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Tue 28/10

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

$319

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Melbourne Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of March is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $241.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is on a Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for Melbourne Airport on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $360. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Cairns because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $414.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the evening. Flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport during this time can be as low as $262. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $619 on average. Flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 $313 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $164 on momondo.

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

There are 3 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 September 2025, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 24% 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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Best price found

$175

Fastest flight time

3h 25m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $175. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $242.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport takes 3h 25m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Melbourne Airport every day.
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  • How far is Cairns to Melbourne by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Cairns to Melbourne is 2307.1 km. Flights usually cover this in 3h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • 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 stopovers. 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 licence 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?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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Airline
Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $186Free cancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom $194Free cancellationRating
6.5
474 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Cairns to Melbourne Airport

    The lowest priced Virgin Australia flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport from the last 72 hours was $124. Generally, Virgin Australia has 12 flights on this route every week with an average price of $273. Virgin Australia is rated 7.5/10 by our users.

  • Jetstar Flights From Cairns to Melbourne Airport

    The best Jetstar deal for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $129, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Jetstar flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $202 round-trip. Jetstar operates 34 flights out of Cairns into Melbourne Airport in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 474 Jetstar reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 6.5/10.

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Cairns to Melbourne flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Melbourne from Cairns.

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