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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from C$ 122

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CNS
26 May — 2 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 April 2026.

Mon 1/67:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 12/611:00 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/4C$ 243
Tue 19/57:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 26/59:10 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/4C$ 249
Thu 18/67:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 21/69:40 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 251
Sat 11/77:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 24/79:40 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/4C$ 253
Sat 25/47:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Thu 30/48:10 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/4C$ 261
Thu 7/57:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 11/59:40 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 266
Tue 15/94:55 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Virgin Australia
Fri 18/99:00 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 30m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 25/4C$ 272
Wed 13/57:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Sat 16/51:15 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/4C$ 273
Sat 25/47:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 26/47:00 a.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 21/4C$ 277
Wed 6/56:25 a.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 10/59:40 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/4C$ 279
Wed 20/57:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 27/52:50 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/4C$ 283
Thu 7/57:15 p.m.
MEL
-
CNS
Nonstop3h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 10/59:40 p.m.
CNS
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 25/4C$ 284

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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 26 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 243

One-way from

C$ 122

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Average price

C$ 322

Good round-trip deal

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C$ 161 or less
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  • Nonstop
  • 6h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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  • Nonstop
  • 3h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Thu 4/6

8:00 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 243
Quickest round-trip

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

6:25 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Wed 15/7

9:40 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 243

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

6:25 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

C$ 243

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Sun 10/5

9:40 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 284

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

6:25 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 9/5

1:15 p.m.-4:35 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 286

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

7:15 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Fri 2/10

9:40 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

C$ 332

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

4:55 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Tue 3/11

6:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

1 stop7h 15m

C$ 381

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

4:55 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Sat 4/7

1:55 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 25m

C$ 381

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

3:40 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop7h 05m

Cairns

Tue 21/7

6:00 a.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop6h 35m

C$ 409

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

1:20 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop9h 25m

Cairns

Sun 7/6

6:00 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

C$ 409

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns, you should look to book at least 82 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of C$ 246). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 374). 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.

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 26 April 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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  • 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 22 flights from Melbourne to Cairns per day from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

    Jetstar can get you from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in just under 3h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 2311 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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 Japan Airlines (100%), Qatar Airways (99%) or Air India (97%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns? While on average our users pay C$ 223, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 160. The most popular route (Melbourne - Cairns), is priced around C$ 234.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of C$ 246). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 374). 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.

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