Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne from $123
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How to find the cheapest flight from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 8 12月 2023.
Popular in | June |
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Cheapest in | October |
Round-trip from | $309 |
One-way from | $123 |
How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne?
Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 45 days in advance to save up to 55% 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 45 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 Cairns to Melbourne 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $412, or $543 for flights within the next 24 hours.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?
October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Cairns. Prices for October average $450 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $202. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a October flight can save you 20% on your journey compared to booking in June
When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne (CNS - MEL)?
When flying from Cairns to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights we've found from Cairns to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne
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Have a look at some of the cheapest available Virgin Australia flights departing from Cairns and landing in Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Cheap Cairns to Melbourne flights in December & January 2023
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Cairns to Melbourne 2023 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Melbourne in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
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Direct flights to Melbourne from Cairns
Discover direct flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
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One-way flights to Melbourne from Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cairns to Melbourne. Users can also find round-trip Cairns to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
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 623,358 searches. Data last updated 8 12月 2023.
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$245 - $852
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CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週一 15/1
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
週一 15/1
Nonstop3h 20m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週五 26/1
Nonstop3h 20m
Melbourne
週一 29/1
Nonstop3h 20m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週三 10/1
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
週一 15/1
Nonstop3h 20m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週三 20/3
Nonstop3h 25m
Melbourne
週一 25/3
1 stop5h 20m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週五 26/1
Nonstop3h 20m
Melbourne
週一 29/1
1 stop12h 50m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週三 10/1
1 stop8h 35m
Melbourne
週一 15/1
Nonstop3h 20m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週三 20/3
1 stop5h 50m
Melbourne
週一 25/3
1 stop5h 00m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週六 6/1
1 stop8h 15m
Melbourne
週六 13/1
Nonstop3h 20m
CairnsMelbourne
CNS - MEL
CNSMEL
Cairns
週一 15/1
1 stop5h 35m
Melbourne
週一 15/1
2 stops7h 30m
Average price of flights to Melbourne by month
Plan your trip from Cairns to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Melbourne is currently 132.34 AUD while a return flight costs 410.88 AUD. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne (average of $133). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $197). 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.
January
$300
February
$236
March
$272
April
$239
May
$202
June
$211
July
$231
August
$204
September
$230
October
$224
November
$242
December
$289
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 8 12月 2023.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne
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One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne
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One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne
Comfort
Crew
Food
Overall
Entertainment
Boarding
Reviews
One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne
Comfort
Crew
Food
Overall
Entertainment
Boarding
Reviews
One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne
Comfort
Crew
Food
Overall
Entertainment
Boarding
Reviews
One of the stewardesses, older with black hair, was far and above the most professional, very helpful and highly enthusiastic air steward I have ever experienced. She clearly cared about each and every passenger and nothing was too much trouble. When asking customers to become ready for landing, her manner of asking to straighten chairs, return trays and stop using laptops was so polite and non-threatening; she was a delight to watch working. She has a short 3 or 4 letter name, I think, but can’t remember her name. Rex flight on Sunday 9/7 @ 11:45 am Gold Coast to Melbourne
Average temperature in Melbourne by month
Plan your trip to Melbourne by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while July sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
MEL Temperature | 8 - 20 °C |
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Average rainfall in Melbourne by month
Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Melbourne by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Melbourne sees an average of 41.67 precipitation per year with the most occurring in November. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
MEL Rainfall | 30 - 60 mm |
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Related info for your journey
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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. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Cairns on a regular basis.
Can I find flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $300 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $245, but on average you can expect to pay $414.
Are there direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $300 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has 15 direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Melbourne is less than $472.
What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Melbourne?
You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Friday.
How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne on average per day?
Travellers can expect 2 flights from Cairns to Melbourne on average per day.
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne?
Departing from Cairns to Melbourne will take you 3h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2326 km. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Cairns to Melbourne is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $245 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $351. Jetstar is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Melbourne?
Before booking your flight from Cairns to Melbourne, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Melbourne?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cairns to Melbourne on time: Cathay Pacific (100%), Emirates (72%), China Southern (72%).
What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne?
On average you can expect to pay $596 for a flight from Cairns to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $146 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Melbourne) is currently priced at $245.
What does CNS to MEL mean?
CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while MEL stands for Melbourne Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.
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Top 3 airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne
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Hourly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne
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 8 12月 2023.
| 1%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
|---|---|
| 71%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 9%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 19%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne
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 8 12月 2023.
| Monday | 18daily flights |
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| Tuesday | 8daily flights |
| Wednesday | 9daily flights |
| Thursday | 16daily flights |
| Friday | 16daily flights |
| Saturday | 13daily flights |
| Sunday | 14daily flights |
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