Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £57
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
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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 £121.
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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as £164. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday 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 £230.
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 £157. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £183.
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 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around £171 when searching 23 weeks out.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 £141 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 many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per day?
As of June 2025, there are 18 flights per day flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns. The most common time of day flights depart is 08:00, with 73% of flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per week?
128 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns as of June 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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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 20m.
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?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport is 2 as of June 2025.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 35.86% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 19.81%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 19.52%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 17.38%.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is Jetstar (56% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Virgin Australia (44%).
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom £78 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 407 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £101 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 449 reviews |
Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Across 15 Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns this week, the average price was £239, with the best Virgin Australia deals starting from £106 round-trip. 407 users have rated Virgin Australia on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.
Jetstar Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Across 449 Jetstar reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.6/10. Jetstar flies from Melbourne Airport to Cairns about 19 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £138 to £215. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.
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It is quick and easy to find Melbourne to Cairns flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Cairns that suits you.
Can I find flights from Melbourne to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Cairns from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Cairns?
Once all potential Melbourne to Cairns flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Cairns right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Cairns from Melbourne. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.