Cheap flights from Victoria to Cairns from $131

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Victoria is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $249, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of February, then departing from Victoria during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $269.

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Victoria. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $328. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $366. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Victoria to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $283. Flying to Cairns in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $539 on average. Flights to Cairns from Victoria at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Fly from Melbourne to Cairns for the best Victoria - Cairns flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Victoria when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $318 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Victoria for as low as $279 on momondo.

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Victoria to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Jetstar is the most popular carrier operating from Victoria to Cairns

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from Victoria according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 72% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

As of August 2026, there are 24 flights per day flying from Victoria to Cairns. The most common time of day flights depart is 08:00, with 79% of flights taking off at midday.

As of August 2026, 170 flights take off from Victoria and land in Cairns each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.