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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £53

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 4/12. 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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17:20 - 20:40MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£106Jetstar
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Mon, 1 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep
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19:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£107Jetstar
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Mon, 15 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
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15:25 - 17:45MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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18:30 - 22:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£113Jetstar
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Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
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19:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£119Jetstar
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Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep
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06:25 - 09:45MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£123Jetstar
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Wed, 27 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
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19:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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20:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£124Jetstar
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Sat, 4 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
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19:45 - 22:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
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14:35 - 19:05CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£132Jetstar
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Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
16:20 - 19:45MEL-CNS
3h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 23:55CNS-MEL
3h 30mdirect
£137Virgin Australia
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Fri, 12 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
Jetstar Logo
19:45 - 23:05MEL-CNS
3h 20mdirect
Jetstar Logo
21:30 - 00:55CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£139Jetstar
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Thu, 21 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
Virgin Australia Logo
21:25 - 23:55MEL-CNS
3h 30mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
19:50 - 00:15CNS-MEL
3h 25mdirect
£155Virgin Australia
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Mon, 5 Jan - Sat, 10 Jan

Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
12 Sept
MEL16:20Melbourne
3h 25m
CNS19:45Cairns
16 Sept
CNS20:25Cairns
3h 30m
MEL23:55Melbourne
£137
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Virgin Australia
5 Jan
MEL21:25Melbourne
3h 30m
CNS23:55Cairns
10 Jan
CNS19:50Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:15Melbourne
£155
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Virgin Australia
15 Dec
MEL11:00Melbourne
6h 45m
1 stop
CNS16:45Cairns
15 Jan
CNS19:50Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:15Melbourne
£176
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Jetstar flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Our best Jetstar deals on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets
Jetstar
1 Sept
MEL17:20Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS20:40Cairns
7 Sept
CNS21:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne
£106
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Jetstar
15 Sept
MEL19:45Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS23:05Cairns
18 Sept
CNS21:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL00:55Melbourne
£107
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Jetstar
8 Nov
MEL15:25Melbourne
3h 20m
CNS17:45Cairns
15 Nov
CNS18:30Cairns
3h 25m
MEL22:55Melbourne
£113
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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 31 July 2025.
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MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

17:20-20:40

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sun 7/9

21:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£106

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 15/9

19:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Thu 18/9

21:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£107

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

15:25-17:45

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 15/11

18:30-22:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£113

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 28/8

19:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Thu 4/9

21:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£119

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Wed 27/8

06:25-09:45

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Wed 27/8

21:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£123

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 4/10

19:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Tue 7/10

20:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£124

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Mon 8/12

14:35-19:05

Nonstop3h 30m

£132

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 12/9

16:20-19:45

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Tue 16/9

20:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

£137

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 21/8

19:45-23:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Thu 28/8

21:30-00:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£139

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 5/1

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

Sat 10/1

19:50-00:15

Nonstop3h 25m

£155

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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 £123.

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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as £132. 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 £235.

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 £145. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £235.

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 £171 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 £143 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 July 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 5% 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

Best price found

£53

Fastest flight time

3h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is £53. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £106.
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
7.5
411 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom £102Free CancellationRating
6.5
460 reviews
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  • Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 7 Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns this week, the average price was £272, with the best Virgin Australia deals starting from £106 round-trip. 411 users have rated Virgin Australia on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

  • Jetstar Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Across 460 Jetstar reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.5/10. Jetstar flies from Melbourne Airport to Cairns about 28 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £136 to £194. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Cairns?

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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.

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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.

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