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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from C$ 110

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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CNS
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). 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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 218

One-way from

C$ 110

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 416
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/9-17/9
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (C$ 36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 July 2025.

Wed 10/93:40 p.m.MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 17/97:50 p.m.CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/7C$ 218
Mon 15/129:25 p.m.MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 15/111:45 a.m.CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/7C$ 241

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Wed 10/9

3:40 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Wed 17/9

7:50 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

C$ 218

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

9:25 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

Thu 15/1

11:45 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

C$ 241

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

7:45 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 110

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 2/1

9:25 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

C$ 143

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 12/9

6:30 a.m.-6:15 p.m.

1 stop11h 45m

C$ 214

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

8:25 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 239

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Deals found on 28/7

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 10% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns. 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 29 July 2025.

The most flights from MEL to CNS are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. 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 Cairns. Reviews last updated 29 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
411 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
459 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Cairns from Melbourne, you will be flying to Cairns, which is the city’s only airport. Cairns (CNS) is located 4.4 km from the centre of Cairns. There are 20 flights from Melbourne to Cairns per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar (C$ 218), and Virgin Australia (C$ 241) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Cairns. Users have found that Jetstar is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 110 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from C$ 143 and Qantas Airways from C$ 239 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns consider choosing Air India (93%), Emirates (93%) or Air New Zealand (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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