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Cheap flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns from $199

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AVV — CNS
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Avalon to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 October 2025.

Tue 25/1120:55AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Sat 29/1106:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/10$457
Tue 18/1117:00AVV - CNS
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Sun 23/1106:40CNS - AVV
1 stop23h 55mJetstar
Deal found 26/10$460
Thu 4/1206:00AVV - CNS
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Wed 10/1218:05CNS - AVV
1 stop12h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/10$463
Fri 28/1120:55AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Mon 1/1206:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/10$479
Fri 28/1120:55AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Wed 3/1209:45CNS - AVV
1 stop5h 40mJetstar
Deal found 24/10$489
Sat 22/1120:55AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Sat 29/1106:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 25/10$505
Thu 20/1116:25AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1106:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10$520
Mon 24/1120:55AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Wed 3/1209:45CNS - AVV
1 stop5h 40mJetstar
Deal found 25/10$523
Mon 24/1120:55AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Fri 28/1106:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 25/10$532
Wed 26/1106:00AVV - CNS
2 stops28h 05mJetstar
Wed 3/1206:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 26/10$545

Cheap flight deals from Avalon to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Avalon (AVV) 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 27 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$430

One-way from

$201

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$565
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns that are best for you.

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MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 9/1

06:00-22:30

1 stop17h 30m

Cairns

Sun 11/1

18:05-07:35

1 stop12h 30m

$426

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 23/1

06:00-13:50

1 stop8h 50m

Cairns

Fri 30/1

06:00-15:50

1 stop8h 50m

$430

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 15/1

06:00-13:50

1 stop8h 50m

Cairns

Thu 22/1

15:50-23:15

1 stop6h 25m

$439

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 13/1

06:00-17:30

1 stop12h 30m

Cairns

Fri 16/1

18:05-07:35

1 stop12h 30m

$451

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 23/1

06:00-13:50

1 stop8h 50m

Cairns

Tue 27/1

18:05-07:35

1 stop12h 30m

$451

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 2/3

20:55-08:20

1 stop12h 25m

Cairns

Mon 16/3

18:05-07:35

1 stop12h 30m

$453

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 25/1

06:00-17:30

1 stop12h 30m

Cairns

Thu 29/1

06:40-23:15

1 stop15h 35m

$457

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 28/11

20:55-08:20

1 stop12h 25m

Cairns

Mon 1/12

06:00-15:50

1 stop8h 50m

$479

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 28/11

20:55-08:20

1 stop12h 25m

Cairns

Wed 3/12

09:45-16:25

1 stop5h 40m

$489

MelbourneCairns

AVV - CNS

AVVCNS

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 11/1

08:10-22:30

1 stop15h 20m

Cairns

Wed 14/1

18:05-07:35

1 stop12h 30m

$494

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns (average of $287). Flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $627). 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 AVV to CNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Avalon 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 27 October 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 4% on flights from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 27 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Jetstar from Melbourne Avalon 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.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
477 reviews
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Entertainment

5.1

Comfort

6.4

Crew

7.3

Food

5.6

Overall

6.5

Boarding

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,July 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
477 reviews
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
477 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.1

Comfort

6.4

Crew

7.3

Food

5.6

Overall

6.5

Boarding

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Matt,July 2025

DPS - MEL

One of the worst flights I've ever been on. Avoid Jetstar and particular this redeye at all costs

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Avalon 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 Avalon?

    For a flight from Melbourne Avalon to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre vof the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne Avalon per day. 1 airline has flights to Cairns from Melbourne Avalon on a regular basis.

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

    Airlines like Jetstar fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns in about 17h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 2354 km between Melbourne Avalon Airport and Cairns.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $342 on this airline. Users have found that Jetstar is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Avalon 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 Avalon Airport to Cairns?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns (average of $287). Flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Cairns in December is currently the most expensive (average of $627). 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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JetstarCheapest$342Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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