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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £59

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns departing on 2/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Jetstar Logo
19:45 - 22:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
18:30 - 22:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£118Jetstar
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qua, 26 nov - qua, 3 dez
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15:55 - 19:15MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:35 - 01:00CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£119Jetstar
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qua, 15 abr - qua, 15 abr
Jetstar Logo
19:45 - 22:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
09:45 - 14:10CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£121Jetstar
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seg, 8 dez - qui, 11 dez
Jetstar Logo
19:45 - 22:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
14:35 - 19:05CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£123Jetstar
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seg, 2 mar - seg, 16 mar
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
19:30 - 23:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£123Jetstar
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qui, 11 dez - qui, 18 dez
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 22:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:55 - 04:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£124Multiple Airlines
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sex, 12 dez - sex, 19 dez
Virgin Australia Logo
21:25 - 23:55MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
23:55 - 04:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£128Virgin Australia
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qui, 11 dez - qui, 18 dez
Jetstar Logo
06:15 - 08:30MEL-CNS
3h 15mdirect
Jetstar Logo
19:30 - 23:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£132Jetstar
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qui, 15 jan - dom, 15 fev
Virgin Australia Logo
21:25 - 23:55MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
15:45 - 23:05CNS-MEL
6h 20m1 stop
£169Virgin Australia
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sex, 12 dez - sex, 19 dez
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 10:15MEL-CNS
5h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
23:55 - 04:20CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£174Virgin Australia
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qui, 11 dez - qui, 18 dez

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
11 Dec
MEL21:25Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS23:55Cairns
18 Dec
CNS23:55Cairns
3h 25m
MEL04:20Melbourne
£128
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Virgin Australia
12 Dec
MEL21:25Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS23:55Cairns
19 Dec
CNS15:45Cairns
6h 20m
1 stop
MEL23:05Melbourne
£169
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Virgin Australia
11 Dec
MEL06:00Melbourne
5h 15m
1 stop
CNS10:15Cairns
18 Dec
CNS23:55Cairns
3h 25m
MEL04:20Melbourne
£174
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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
7 Nov
MEL16:25Melbourne
7h 40m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
10 Nov
CNS17:00Cairns
5h 35m
1 stop
MEL23:35Melbourne
£377
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Qantas Airways
7 Nov
MEL16:55Melbourne
7h 10m
1 stop
CNS23:05Cairns
10 Nov
CNS17:00Cairns
5h 35m
1 stop
MEL23:35Melbourne
£378
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Qantas Airways
2 Nov
MEL11:30Melbourne
9h 15m
1 stop
CNS19:45Cairns
8 Nov
CNS15:35Cairns
7h 15m
1 stop
MEL23:50Melbourne
£401
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns 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 279,928 searches. Data last updated 30 outubro 2025.
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MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qua 26/11

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

qua 3/12

18:30-22:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£118

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qua 15/4

15:55-19:15

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

qua 15/4

21:35-01:00

Nonstop3h 25m

£119

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

seg 8/12

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

qui 11/12

09:45-14:10

Nonstop3h 25m

£121

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

seg 2/3

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

seg 16/3

14:35-19:05

Nonstop3h 30m

£123

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qui 11/12

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

qui 18/12

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£123

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

sex 12/12

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

sex 19/12

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

£124

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qui 11/12

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

qui 18/12

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

£128

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qui 15/1

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

dom 15/2

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£132

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

sex 12/12

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

sex 19/12

15:45-23:05

1 stop6h 20m

£169

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

qui 11/12

06:00-10:15

1 stop5h 15m

Cairns

qui 18/12

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

£174

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Cairns during February average around £124.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £146. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £277.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the evening for as low as £139. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £226.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £162 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 Melbourne Airport for as low as £135 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Cairns (MEL to CNS) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Fastest flight time

3h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns takes 3h 15m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Cairns every day.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)
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  • How far is Melbourne to Cairns by plane?

    Melbourne and Cairns are 1433.6 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 3h 15m.

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

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom £80Free CancellationRating
7.6
421 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom £102Free CancellationRating
6.5
478 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 8 Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns this week, the average price was £244, with the best Virgin Australia deals starting from £80 round-trip. 421 users have rated Virgin Australia on momondo, with an average score of 7.6/10.

  • Jetstar Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 478 Jetstar reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.5/10. Jetstar flies from Melbourne Airport to Cairns about 22 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £102 to £142. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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