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Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne from $128

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 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — MEL
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in October or April, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 (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 25 April 2024.

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One-way from

$197
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Melbourne?

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.

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 $417, or $549 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 $455 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $205. 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)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia 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 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found from Cairns to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Thu 13/620:25CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 19/607:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/4$372
Thu 13/620:25CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 19/614:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$380
Sun 23/616:35CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/611:10MEL - CNS
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/4$432
Wed 24/706:00CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 26/716:10MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/4$434
Wed 15/509:20CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Sat 18/507:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$437
Thu 23/512:10CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 27/506:15MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$441
Wed 5/606:00CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Fri 21/606:15MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$449
Fri 12/716:35CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 15/718:10MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/4$457
Thu 23/513:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/514:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$474

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 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Jetstar flights departing from Cairns and landing in Melbourne. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 24/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Wed 31/718:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$306
Wed 24/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Fri 26/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$320
Thu 13/610:10CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 19/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$355
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Fri 21/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$363
Wed 24/706:35CNS - MEL
1 stop8h 05mJetstar
Fri 26/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$366
Sun 23/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/614:25MEL - CNS
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 23/4$369
Sun 23/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 23/4$384
Mon 3/618:55CNS - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Wed 5/614:55AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$395
Sun 23/618:55CNS - AVV
1 stop21h 00mJetstar
Tue 25/616:35AVV - CNS
1 stop6h 15mJetstar
Deal found 23/4$397

Cheap Cairns to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 23/509:00CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/506:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$389
Wed 22/510:25CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/518:55MEL - CNS
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$391
Wed 22/516:10CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Wed 29/514:55AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$401
Wed 15/516:10CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Mon 20/520:50AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$403
Wed 15/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Sat 18/506:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$415
Fri 17/510:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/814:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$417
Tue 14/511:00CNS - MEL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/506:15MEL - CNS
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$420
Mon 27/518:55CNS - AVV
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/615:15AVV - CNS
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$424
Thu 9/509:00CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/506:10MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$428

Cairns to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 8/1219:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/1219:50MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$303
Wed 24/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Wed 31/718:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$306
Sun 15/1207:35CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 15/1219:50MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$308
Fri 11/1019:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/1019:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$309
Wed 24/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Fri 26/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$320
Fri 23/810:10CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 23/818:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$328
Sun 8/1209:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 8/1219:50MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$331
Wed 24/710:10CNS - MEL
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/718:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$341
Thu 13/620:25CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$343

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 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne. Users can also choose from other Cairns to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Wed 24/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Wed 31/718:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$306
Fri 11/1019:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/1019:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$309
Wed 24/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Fri 26/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$320
Fri 23/810:10CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 23/818:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$328
Thu 13/620:25CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$343
Thu 13/610:10CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Wed 19/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$355
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Fri 21/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$363
Sun 23/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 25/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 23/4$384
Fri 12/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 15/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$401

Cairns to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cairns to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Cairns to Melbourne should consider booking one of these fares. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Thu 9/509:00CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/510:35AVV - CNS
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$494
Thu 9/509:00CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/510:35AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$538
Sat 4/508:10CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 10mJetstar
Tue 7/506:10MEL - CNS
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$623
Sat 4/510:10CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Tue 7/506:10MEL - CNS
1 stop15h 10mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$652
Sat 4/510:10CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Tue 7/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$700
Sat 4/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop13h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 7/516:30MEL - CNS
2 stops7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 25/4$735
Mon 29/418:55CNS - AVV
1 stop14h 55mJetstar
Mon 6/520:50AVV - CNS
1 stop12h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$887
Sat 4/513:30CNS - AVV
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/510:35AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$921
Sun 28/406:35CNS - AVV
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Wed 1/514:55AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$995

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 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
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.
Mon 24/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$128
Mon 24/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 23/4$129
Mon 24/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 25/4$134
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 23/4$141
Tue 16/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$148
Fri 23/819:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/4$158
Thu 13/620:25CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/4$160
Thu 23/509:00CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$178
Thu 30/509:00CNS - MEL
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$183

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 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

Fly from

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Any airport

Budget

$306 - $824

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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 24/7

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 31/7

Nonstop3h 20m

$306

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 24/7

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 26/7

Nonstop3h 20m

$320

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 24/7

1 stop9h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 31/7

Nonstop3h 20m

$341

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 13/6

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 19/6

Nonstop3h 20m

$343

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 13/6

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 19/6

Nonstop3h 20m

$355

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 13/6

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 19/6

1 stop6h 00m

$372

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 12/7

1 stop12h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 19/7

Nonstop3h 20m

$374

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 13/6

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 19/6

1 stop6h 00m

$380

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Mon 29/4

2 stops34h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 6/5

2 stops43h 00m

$824

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 24/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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 $151 while a return flight costs $402. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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

$240

February

$208

March

$238

April

$234

May

$203

June

$215

July

$235

August

$206

September

$231

October

$226

November

$245

December

$269

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °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 25 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Rex. 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.
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Overall

9.2

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Overall

9.2

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
650 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Overall

9.2

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
678 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Overall

9.2

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,003 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Overall

9.2

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
673 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Overall

9.2

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

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 $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $306, but on average you can expect to pay $369.

  • Are there direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Cairns to Melbourne is less than $406.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Melbourne for under $500?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from Cairns to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • 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 $306 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at $372. Jetstar is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Melbourne one-way

    $128 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Bonza, with prices starting from $160 and $186, respectively.

  • 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 (87%), China Southern (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    On average you can expect to pay $346 for a flight from Cairns to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Melbourne) is currently priced at $308.

  • 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), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$169Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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