Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport from $121
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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — MEL
18 Dec — 25 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 18 November 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 November 2025.
Thu 11/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 15/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$235
Sat 6/1218:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 12/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$240
Fri 28/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1106:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$241
Sun 30/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$243
Mon 8/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Tue 16/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$244
Wed 19/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 23/1121:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/11$247
Fri 21/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 23/1121:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/11$250
Thu 4/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1206:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$252
Mon 17/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/1121:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/11$258
Tue 30/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$279
Thu 20/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$282
Best flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Thu 11/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 15/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$235
Fri 28/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1106:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$241
Fri 5/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 7/1221:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/11$258
Sat 6/1218:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 12/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$241
Thu 11/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1221:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$243
Mon 29/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$244
Sun 1/319:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 4/306:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$250
Tue 9/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 12/1221:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/11$282
Tue 20/119:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/121:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$256
Fri 8/521:35CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Tue 12/519:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$286
Sat 17/119:50CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/106:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$278
Tue 30/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$279
Direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Cairns to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Thu 11/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 15/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$235
Sat 6/1218:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 12/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$240
Fri 28/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1106:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$241
Sun 30/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$243
Mon 8/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Tue 16/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$244
Sun 1/319:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 4/306:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$250
Thu 4/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1206:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$252
Thu 1/109:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Thu 8/119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$253
Fri 5/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 7/1221:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/11$258
Thu 1/109:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 7/119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$276
Last-minute flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne. Data last updated 18 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 24/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1219:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$319
Mon 24/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$325
Mon 24/1106:00CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$339
Mon 24/1106:00CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 1/1205:30MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/11$456
Mon 24/1110:55CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 25/1106:00MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/11$458
Mon 24/1106:00CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 26/1108:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/11$464
Wed 26/1109:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 26/1119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 15/11$365
Wed 26/1109:15CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 26/1121:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/11$367
One-way flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Sun 29/307:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$121
Wed 3/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/11$123
Wed 17/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$124
Sun 23/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/11$126
Wed 26/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/11$127
Thu 18/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/11$129
Sun 30/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/11$130
Mon 2/219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$138
Tue 13/119:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$143
Tue 20/119:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/11$147
Fri 6/214:35CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 16/11$149
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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Melbourne
Route
Depart
Return
Price
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Thu 11/12
19:30-23:55
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Mon 15/12
19:45-22:05
Nonstop3h 20m
$235
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 28/11
23:55-04:20
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Sun 30/11
06:15-08:30
Nonstop3h 15m
$241
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Sat 6/12
18:30-22:55
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Fri 12/12
19:45-22:05
Nonstop3h 20m
$241
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Thu 11/12
19:30-23:55
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Mon 15/12
21:25-23:55
Nonstop3h 30m
$243
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Mon 29/12
23:55-04:20
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Mon 12/1
19:45-22:05
Nonstop3h 20m
$244
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Sun 1/3
19:30-23:55
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Wed 4/3
06:15-08:30
Nonstop3h 15m
$250
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Tue 20/1
19:30-23:55
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Fri 23/1
21:25-23:55
Nonstop3h 30m
$256
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 5/12
23:55-04:20
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Sun 7/12
21:25-23:55
Nonstop3h 30m
$258
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Sat 17/1
19:50-00:15
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Sat 24/1
06:15-08:30
Nonstop3h 15m
$278
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Tue 30/12
23:55-04:20
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Wed 7/1
19:45-22:05
Nonstop3h 20m
$279
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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.
Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of $115). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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 CNS to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 56% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne. 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 18 November 2025.
The most flights from CNS to MEL are scheduled on a Sunday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).
How often are flights from Cairns to Melbourne delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between Cairns and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 18 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Cairns to Melbourne Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Cairns to Melbourne?
For a flight from Cairns to Melbourne, you will be flying from Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 19 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Cairns on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in 3h 25m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Cairns and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 2311 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Virgin Australia, at $163, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Jetstar. You may be able to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Before booking your flight to Melbourne Airport from Cairns, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Cathay Pacific (85%), Emirates (85%), Air New Zealand( 85%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay $1,233, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $105. The most popular route (Cairns - Melbourne), is priced around $230.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Brisbane most of the time.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Brisbane?
Roma Street Parkland, Cathedral of St Stephen, and Treasury Casino are the most popular attractions in Brisbane if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a stopover in Brisbane interested in visiting Roma Street Parkland, Cathedral of St Stephen, or Treasury Casino can do so by traveling 12.6 km, 12.3 km, and 13.0 km, respectively from Brisbane. Travellers can rent a car at Brisbane for an average daily rate of $58 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights?
Of the flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Sydney.
Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne 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 Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of $115). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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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