How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Cairns and Melbourne Airport is 113 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How often are flights from Cairns to Melbourne delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Cairns and Melbourne have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 98 minutes.

How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 16 flights per day flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00, with 75% of flights taking off at midday.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Melbourne flights?

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Melbourne?

Virgin Australia and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Melbourne

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Melbourne flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport.

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.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $269 to $492. The lowest price recently found on this route was $232.

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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 $244.

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 $336. On the other hand, Monday 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 $398.

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 $264. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $623 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.

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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 $309 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 $166 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 October 2025, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $142. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $246.

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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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As of October 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cairns and Melbourne Airport, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 31.75% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 21.93%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 21.51%, and Airbus A321-100/200 with 14.11%.
What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar (83% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Virgin Australia (17%).

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $161	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 421 reviews		Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	PriceFrom $185	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 477 reviews		Search Jetstar flights

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 $161. Generally, Virgin Australia has 8 flights on this route every week with an average price of $393. Virgin Australia is rated 7.6/10 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 $185, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Jetstar flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $297 round-trip. Jetstar operates 22 flights out of Cairns into Melbourne Airport in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 477 Jetstar reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 6.5/10.

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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 $244.

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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 October 2025, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cairns to Melbourne?

Virgin Australia and Jetstar are the most popular carriers operating from Cairns to Melbourne

How often are flights from Cairns to Melbourne delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Cairns and Melbourne have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 98 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Melbourne flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Melbourne flights?

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 16 flights per day flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00, with 75% of flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Cairns and Melbourne Airport is 113 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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