Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Melbourne to Cairns?

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Direct flights can be found on the following days: Tuesday. Find deals

Question 2

How popular is this Melbourne to Cairns flight route?

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The Melbourne to Cairns flight path was viewed by 15,071 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 3

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

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On average, you can expect to see 1 flight from Melbourne to Cairns a day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 100% of flight departures Find deals

Question 4

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Cairns?

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Airlines like Jetstar fly from Melbourne to Cairns in about 3h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Melbourne and Cairns are separated by a distance of 2326 km. Most flights are nonstop. Find deals

Question 5

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

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Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne to Cairns is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $221 on this airline. Jetstar is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Question 6

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

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Consider Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Tigerair Australia when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to Cairns.

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

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Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $108. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Cairns) can be booked for $226 on average our data indicates $792 when flying from Melbourne to Cairns.

Question 8

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Cairns?

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No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to Cairns consider choosing Singapore Airlines(68%), China Southern(58%) or Air New Zealand(58%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 9

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Cairns for under $300 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Cairns for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $221, but on average you can expect to pay $251.

Question 10

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

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Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to Cairns under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to Cairns is less than $251.

Question 11

Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to Cairns for under $400?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than $400.

Question 12

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

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For a flight from Melbourne 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 20 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Cairns from Melbourne on a regular basis.

Question 13

Which airlines flying from Melbourne to Cairns have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

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Some of the carriers operating flights from Melbourne to Cairns that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Tigerair Australia. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Question 14

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

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Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 10% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

Question 15

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

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Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 48 days in advance to save up to 17% 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 48 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 Melbourne to Cairns 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $420, or $446 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 16

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

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Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in September. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Cairns. Flights to Cairns from Melbourne in February are about $398 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $234.

Question 17

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

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Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Melbourne to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Popular in	September	High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Cheapest in	February	Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$312	From Melbourne to Cairns
One-way from	$101	One-way flight from Melbourne to Cairns

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Jetstar	Cheapest$182	Average$383	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$183	Average$389	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Tigerair Australia	Cheapest$208	Average$345	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Tigerair Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$284	Average$583	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

6%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
66%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
24%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
4%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	21daily flights
Monday	22daily flights
Tuesday	17daily flights
Wednesday	17daily flights
Thursday	21daily flights
Friday	23daily flights
Saturday	22daily flights

Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cairns

The best prices from Melbourne to Cairns are usually found in February or January, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Cairns (CNS)

All the information you need to plan the best ME1 to CNS flight in 2022: compare Melbourne to Cairns flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Cairns.

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