Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport from $126
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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — MEL
17 Feb — 24 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in January or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Thursday
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 12 February 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 12 February 2025.
Fri 21/207:35CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 24/206:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$247
Wed 19/309:15CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/306:05MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$253
Fri 21/209:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/206:00MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$352
Thu 13/212:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 19/209:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$619
Sat 1/306:00CNS - MEL
2 stops13h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/317:00MEL - CNS
2 stops20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,915
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 12 February 2025.
Tue 25/209:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 1/306:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$247
Wed 19/309:15CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/306:05MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$253
Fri 28/209:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/221:20MEL - CNS
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$344
Sat 1/306:00CNS - MEL
2 stops13h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/317:00MEL - CNS
2 stops20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,915
Fri 28/206:30CNS - MEL
2 stops9h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 28/218:55MEL - CNS
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$2,095
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 12 February 2025.
Tue 25/209:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 1/306:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$247
Wed 19/309:15CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/306:05MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$253
Sun 13/421:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 17/406:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$468
Last-minute flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne. Data last updated 12 February 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 13/212:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 19/209:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$619
Sun 16/215:45CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/209:00MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/2$446
Fri 21/207:35CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 24/206:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$247
Fri 21/209:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/206:00MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$352
Fri 21/207:00CNS - MEL
2 stops14h 50mAir Niugini
Mon 24/207:00MEL - CNS
2 stops12h 30mAir Niugini
Deal found 10/2$1,778
Sat 1/306:00CNS - MEL
2 stops13h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/317:00MEL - CNS
2 stops20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$1,915
Wed 19/309:15CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/306:05MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/2$253
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 12 February 2025.
Wed 19/207:35CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 11/2$126
Mon 10/319:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/2$159
Tue 18/312:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/2$259
Tue 11/318:45CNS - MEL
2 stops14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$415
Fri 2/507:00CNS - MEL
2 stops14h 05mAir Niugini
Deal found 10/2$817
Tue 1/410:55CNS - MEL
2 stops20h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/2$855
Find flights from Cairns to Melbourne within your budget
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 12 February 2025.
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CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Thu 27/3
09:05-13:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Thu 3/4
17:20-19:40
Nonstop3h 20m
$242
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Mon 24/2
11:45-16:10
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Fri 28/2
08:35-11:05
Nonstop3h 30m
$250
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Thu 27/3
11:45-16:10
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
Mon 31/3
21:15-09:10
1 stop12h 55m
$299
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 14/3
06:00-16:00
1 stop9h 00m
Melbourne
Fri 14/3
23:55-22:45
2 stops23h 50m
$1,332
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 21/2
07:00-22:50
2 stops14h 50m
Melbourne
Mon 24/2
07:00-18:30
2 stops12h 30m
$1,778
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Sat 1/3
06:00-20:40
2 stops13h 40m
Melbourne
Sun 2/3
17:00-12:05
2 stops20h 05m
$1,915
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 21/2
09:45-14:15
Nonstop3h 30m
$126
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Mon 17/3
09:15-13:40
Nonstop3h 25m
$161
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Tue 18/3
12:45-17:10
Nonstop3h 25m
$259
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 25/4
06:00-14:35
2 stops8h 35m
$325
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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne
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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cairns to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
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 7 February 2025.
Booking 44 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 12 February 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 80% 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 10 February 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 12 February 2025.
The most flights from CNS to MEL are scheduled on a Tuesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).
Rainfall in Melbourne by month
Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.
Temperature in Melbourne by month
Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).
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 12 February 2025.
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes
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 13 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Cairns on a regular basis.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Jetstar, at $247, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand. You may be able to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $126. Users have also found prices from $159 and $259 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.
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 (86%), Qatar Airways (84%), Etihad Airways( 83%).
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 $419, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $122. The most popular route (Cairns - Melbourne), is priced around $228.
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, Treasury Casino, and St. John's Anglican Cathedral 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, Treasury Casino, or St. John's Anglican Cathedral can do so by traveling 12.6 km, 13.0 km, and 11.9 km, respectively from Brisbane. Travellers can rent a car at Brisbane for an average daily rate of $45 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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