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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$104 and round-trip from US$192. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 07:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 12:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 28 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$192 US$298
        36% off
        36% off
        US$298 US$192
      • CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$201 US$298
        33% off
        33% off
        US$298 US$201
      • CNS 19:50
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 00:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 28 | Virgin Australia
        MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$202 US$298
        32% off
        32% off
        US$298 US$202
      • CNS 19:50
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 00:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 2 | Virgin Australia
        MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$205
        31% off
        US$298 US$205
      • CNS 19:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 7 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Wed, Nov 11 | Jetstar Airways
        US$207
        31% off
        US$298 US$207
      • CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 24 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Tue, Dec 1 | Jetstar Airways
        US$207
        31% off
        US$298 US$207
      • CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 26 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
        US$207
        31% off
        US$298 US$207
      • CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 27 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
        US$214
        28% off
        US$298 US$214
      • CNS 20:35
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 00:55
        Cairns - Melbourne | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Oct 31 | Jetstar Airways
        US$215
        28% off
        US$298 US$215
      • CNS 19:10
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:35
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Nov 28 | Jetstar Airways
        US$217
        27% off
        US$298 US$217
      • CNS 20:35
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 00:55
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
        MEL 19:50
        3h 20m
        Direct
        CNS 22:10
        Melbourne - Cairns | Sat, Oct 31 | Jetstar Airways
        US$224
        25% off
        US$298 US$224
      • CNS 19:50
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 00:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 26 | Virgin Australia
        MEL 06:15
        3h 15m
        Direct
        CNS 08:30
        Melbourne - Cairns | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
        US$226
        24% off
        US$298 US$226
      • CNS 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MEL 14:00
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
        MEL 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        CNS 16:00
        Melbourne - Cairns | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 19:20
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 23:45
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 27 | Jetstar Airways
        US$104 US$178
        42% off
        42% off
        US$178 US$104
      • CNS 19:50
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 00:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Fri, Nov 27 | Virgin Australia
        US$110 US$178
        38% off
        38% off
        US$178 US$110
      • CNS 07:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 12:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sat, Nov 28 | Jetstar Airways
        US$116 US$178
        35% off
        35% off
        US$178 US$116
      • CNS 19:50
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 00:20
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Oct 28 | Virgin Australia
        US$119
        33% off
        US$178 US$119
      • CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Tue, Nov 24 | Jetstar Airways
        US$120
        33% off
        US$178 US$120
      • CNS 20:40
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 01:00
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
        US$127
        28% off
        US$178 US$127
      • CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 26 | Jetstar Airways
        US$129
        28% off
        US$178 US$129
      • CNS 19:50
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 00:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Dec 2 | Virgin Australia
        US$134
        25% off
        US$178 US$134
      • CNS 19:35
        3h 20m
        Direct
        MEL 23:55
        Cairns - Melbourne | Sun, Oct 18 | Jetstar Airways
        US$134
        25% off
        US$178 US$134
      • CNS 09:45
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Nov 25 | Jetstar Airways
        US$135
        24% off
        US$178 US$135
      • CNS 19:50
        3h 25m
        Direct
        MEL 00:15
        Cairns - Melbourne | Thu, Nov 26 | Virgin Australia
        US$135
        24% off
        US$178 US$135
      • CNS 10:15
        3h 30m
        Direct
        MEL 14:45
        Cairns - Melbourne | Tue, Dec 1 | Jetstar Airways
        US$135
        24% off
        US$178 US$135
      • CNS 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MEL 14:00
        Cairns - Melbourne | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months according to the latest Trip.com data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport are usually in November, with an average price of US$96. It is best to avoid August, when the average price can reach US$216.

US$216
US$156
US$96
US$36
    Cheapest
  • US$119
    Oct
  • US$96
    Nov
  • US$97
    Dec
  • US$124
    Jan
  • US$131
    Feb
  • US$125
    Mar
  • US$118
    Apr
  • US$123
    May
  • US$159
    Jun
  • US$185
    Jul
  • US$216
    Aug
  • US$204
    Sep

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly return fares from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, November is often the month to find the lowest fares from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport, with an average price of US$237. September is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching US$358.

US$358
US$298
US$237
US$177
    Cheapest
  • US$275
    Oct
  • US$237
    Nov
  • US$252
    Dec
  • US$239
    Jan
  • US$332
    Feb
  • US$283
    Mar
  • US$291
    Apr
  • US$246
    May
  • US$323
    Jun
  • US$351
    Jul
  • US$353
    Aug
  • US$358
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport is Thursday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Monday as prices are typically highest on that day.

US$167
US$160
US$153
US$146
    Cheapest
  • US$167
    Mon
  • US$155
    Tue
  • US$157
    Wed
  • US$153
    Thu
  • US$165
    Fri
  • US$164
    Sat
  • US$160
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar Airways (from US$92) among 3 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From US$92
Virgin Australia
From US$114
Qantas Airways
From US$182

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What is the flight schedule from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Cairns to Melbourne and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ945

    Cairns Airport

    14:50

    CNS

    3h 30m

    18:20

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  2. JQ033

    Cairns Airport

    11:00

    CNS

    3h 30m

    14:30

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ941

    Cairns Airport

    07:00

    CNS

    3h 30m

    10:30

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  4. JQ947

    Cairns Airport

    10:15

    CNS

    3h 30m

    14:45

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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About Cairns Airport and Melbourne Airport

Learn about Cairns Airport (CNS) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 2,316.37km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$104
Cheapest return ticket price US$192

FAQs for Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport Flights

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

    Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport takes about 3 hours 33 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 6 daily flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL).
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport departs at 07:00, and the last departs at 21:40, with about 11 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$243 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Melbourne Airport to downtown is about 18km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
    • The distance from Avalon Airport to downtown is about 50km, by taxi about 1 hour 10 minutes.
    • The distance from Essendon Airport to downtown is about 11km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is Essendon Airport. The distance is around 8km.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 5258 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport currently start from US$104, and round-trip fares start from US$192. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Fri, Nov 27; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways operate direct flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport, with an average flight time of 3 hours 14 minutes, and around 59 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport is US$230. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways and IndiGo are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$104. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport operates around 57 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Cairns Airport and Melbourne Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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