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Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne from $152

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — MEL
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult
Mon 6/5
Mon 13/5

The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in October or April, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 May 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$202

One-way from

$152
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From Cairns to Melbourne
One-way flight from Cairns to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Melbourne?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Melbourne. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 45 days in advance to save up to 55% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 45 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Cairns to Melbourne 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $416, or $548 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Cairns. Prices for October average $455 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $204. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a October flight can save you 20% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne (CNS - MEL)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 557,023 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found from Cairns to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 21/516:50CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/509:10MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/5$439
Mon 20/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop16h 20mVirgin Australia
Sat 25/510:10MEL - CNS
1 stop10h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$451
Tue 28/516:35CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Tue 4/606:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$458
Sat 25/511:50CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/509:30MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$464
Tue 21/513:50CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/506:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/5$475
Sat 4/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop15h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/506:00MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$539
Fri 17/516:35CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 19/806:00MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$551
Wed 15/509:20CNS - MEL
2 stops9h 45mVirgin Australia
Wed 22/508:30MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/4$579
Mon 20/513:50CNS - MEL
2 stops7h 15mVirgin Australia
Sat 25/514:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$602

Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 557,023 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Jetstar flights departing from Cairns and landing in Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 15/516:10CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Wed 22/514:55AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/4$399
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 9/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$408
Wed 15/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Wed 22/515:25MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 29/4$421
Thu 30/509:45CNS - MEL
1 stop13h 40mJetstar
Tue 4/620:55MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$425
Thu 6/610:15CNS - AVV
1 stop12h 35mJetstar
Sun 9/620:50AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$427
Thu 6/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 9/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$430
Mon 22/709:45CNS - AVV
1 stop29h 30mJetstar
Fri 26/719:30AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$432
Tue 28/518:55CNS - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Tue 4/606:00AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$435
Tue 28/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Tue 4/620:55MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$441

Cheap Cairns to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 557,023 searches. Prices were last updated on 1 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 15/516:10CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Wed 22/514:55AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/4$399
Fri 17/513:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/814:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$419
Wed 15/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Wed 22/515:25MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 25mJetstar
Deal found 29/4$421
Thu 30/509:45CNS - MEL
1 stop13h 40mJetstar
Tue 4/620:55MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$425
Tue 28/518:55CNS - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Tue 4/606:00AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 15mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$435
Tue 21/516:50CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/509:10MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/5$439
Tue 28/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Tue 4/620:55MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$441
Fri 17/516:35CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/818:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$442
Tue 28/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 15mJetstar
Tue 4/620:55MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$444

Cairns to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 557,023 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 26/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 2/818:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 1/5$279
Fri 11/1019:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/1019:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$313
Fri 11/1011:10CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 15/1019:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$373
Fri 26/711:50CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/818:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$375
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/615:10MEL - CNS
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$398
Wed 15/516:10CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Wed 22/514:55AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 29/4$399
Sun 8/1219:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 11/1216:30MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 30/4$407
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 9/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$408
Sun 8/1219:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 11/1216:30MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/4$410

Direct flights to Melbourne from Cairns

Discover direct flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 557,023 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne. Users can also choose from other Cairns to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Fri 26/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 2/818:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 1/5$279
Fri 11/1019:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/1019:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$313
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 9/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$408
Fri 17/513:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/814:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$419
Thu 6/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 9/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$430
Thu 30/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/606:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$459
Wed 15/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/506:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$461
Tue 28/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 4/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$490
Tue 21/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sun 26/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 1/5$493

One-way flights to Melbourne from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 557,023 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cairns to Melbourne. Users can also find round-trip Cairns to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Mon 24/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$152
Sun 23/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$161
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$180
Wed 4/914:20CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$187
Wed 15/516:10CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$189
Thu 6/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$190
Thu 30/509:45CNS - MEL
1 stop13h 40mJetstar
Deal found 29/4$192
Sun 23/618:55CNS - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$200
Wed 5/616:10CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Deal found 30/4$201

Find flights from Cairns to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Melbourne 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, Cheapflights users made 557,023 searches. Data last updated 1 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$375 - $674

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 26/7

1 stop5h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 2/8

Nonstop3h 20m

$375

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 5/6

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 9/6

1 stop8h 45m

$398

CairnsMelbourne Avalon

CNS - AVV

CNSAVV

Cairns

Wed 15/5

1 stop6h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 22/5

1 stop7h 55m

$399

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 5/6

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 9/6

Nonstop3h 20m

$408

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 17/5

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 19/8

Nonstop3h 20m

$419

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 15/5

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 22/5

1 stop7h 25m

$421

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Tue 21/5

1 stop7h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

1 stop7h 00m

$439

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Mon 20/5

1 stop16h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 25/5

1 stop10h 00m

$451

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 30/5

2 stops8h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 4/6

1 stop22h 55m

$674

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 1/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Midday
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All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Melbourne is currently $184 while a return flight costs $443. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne (average of $131). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$240

February

$207

March

$238

April

$220

May

$201

June

$215

July

$235

August

$206

September

$230

October

$227

November

$244

December

$269

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 1 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Rex. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

8.3
Very Good
644 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

7.8
Good
671 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

7.7
Good
988 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

6.8
Okay
660 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Cairns to Melbourne, you will be flying from Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 13 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Cairns on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $375, but on average you can expect to pay $430.

  • Are there direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 17 direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Melbourne is less than $527.

  • What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Melbourne?

    You can find direct flights on the following days: Friday, Saturday.

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

    Travellers can expect 3 flights from Cairns to Melbourne on average per day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Departing from Cairns to Melbourne will take you 6h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2326 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cairns to Melbourne is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $399 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $439. Jetstar is priced at 12% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cairns to Melbourne on time: Cathay Pacific (100%), Emirates (87%), China Southern (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,316 for a flight from Cairns to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $127 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Melbourne) is currently priced at $313.

  • What does CNS to MEL mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while MEL stands for Melbourne Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 1/5.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne

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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$169Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$171Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$441Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne

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Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 May 2024.
Monday18daily flights
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