Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Cairns to Melbourne?

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You can find direct flights on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday. Find deals

Question 2

How popular is this Cairns to Melbourne flight route?

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This flight path from Cairns to Melbourne was viewed by 2,995 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 Cairns to Melbourne on average per day?

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Travellers can expect 3 flights from Cairns to Melbourne on average per day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 67% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 33% of flight departures Find deals

Question 4

How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne?

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Departing from Cairns to Melbourne will take you 3h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2326 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct. Find deals

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne round-trip?

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Our cheapest airline available from Cairns to Melbourne is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $217 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $279. Jetstar is priced at 40% 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 Cairns to Melbourne?

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Before booking your flight from Cairns to Melbourne, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Tigerair Australia.

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

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On average you can expect to pay $326 for a flight from Cairns to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $133 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Melbourne) is currently priced at $216.

Question 8

What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Melbourne?

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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: Singapore Airlines (58%), Jetstar (57%), Emirates (57%).

Question 9

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

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $217, but on average you can expect to pay $327.

Question 10

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

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Cheapflights has 13 direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne under $300. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Melbourne is less than $435.

Question 11

Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Melbourne for under $600?

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There are currently 20+ open flights from Cairns to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $600.

Question 12

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

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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 16 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Cairns on a regular basis.

Question 13

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

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Some of our airline partners flying from Cairns to Melbourne have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Jetstar, Tigerair Australia, and Virgin Australia are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Jetstar with this kind of flexibility.

Question 14

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

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Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Melbourne. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

Question 15

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

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Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 26 days in advance to save up to 26% 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 26 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 $361, or $429 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 16

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

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February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Cairns. Prices for February average $368 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $216. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a February flight can save you 44% on your journey compared to booking in July

Question 17

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

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It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Popular in	July	High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Cheapest in	February	Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$289	From Cairns to Melbourne
One-way from	$102	One-way flight from Cairns to Melbourne

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$198	Average$392	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	COVID-19 safety	Search Virgin Australia flights
Tigerair Australia	Cheapest$201	Average$310	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Tigerair Australia flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$207	Average$303	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$472	Average$601	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Qantas Airways flights

7%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
30%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
55%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
8%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	23daily flights
Monday	14daily flights
Tuesday	16daily flights
Wednesday	15daily flights
Thursday	14daily flights
Friday	21daily flights
Saturday	12daily flights

Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne

The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in February or March, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Cairns to Melbourne

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