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Cheap flights from Cairns to Victoria 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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — MEL
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Victoria
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Victoria. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Wed 24/1215:45CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Wed 7/116:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/12$413
Wed 31/1207:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/116:50MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$414
Sun 28/1209:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1221:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$434
Sun 28/1208:55CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/1221:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$456
Wed 31/1207:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sun 4/119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$461
Sun 21/1208:55CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/1209:00MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$466
Sat 20/1208:55CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Sun 21/1218:50MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$491
Sun 28/1209:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/119:50MEL - CNS
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$494
Wed 24/1206:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Wed 31/1217:00AVV - CNS
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Deal found 16/12$945
Wed 31/1206:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/116:25AVV - CNS
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,029
Wed 31/1206:00CNS - AVV
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Sun 4/120:55AVV - CNS
2 stops15h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$1,050
Sun 21/1215:50CNS - AVV
1 stop6h 25mJetstar
Thu 25/1217:00AVV - CNS
1 stop17h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$1,064

Find flight deals from Cairns to Victoria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cairns to Victoria flight deals. Data was last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$242

One-way from

$121

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$351

Good round-trip deal

$245 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
Jetstar
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  • 29/1-5/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 40m total
  • Cairns to Victoria
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  • 1/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 25m total
  • Cairns to Victoria
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Victoria 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 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Victoria that are best for you.

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Cairns

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Victoria

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 29/1

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

$242

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 30/1

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$242

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Mon 2/3

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$242

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 13/3

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

$246

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 31/1

09:45-14:10

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

$258

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 29/1

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

$260

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 16/1

11:45-16:10

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

$264

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 21/1

19:50-00:15

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$277

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Wed 4/3

16:00-20:20

Nonstop3h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

16:35-19:05

Nonstop3h 30m

$298

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - AVV

CNSAVV

Cairns

Thu 29/1

17:35-07:35

1 stop13h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/2

06:00-13:50

1 stop8h 50m

$444

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Victoria

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Victoria from Cairns with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Victoria

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Victoria?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Victoria (average of $115). Flying from Cairns to Victoria in March is currently the most expensive (average of $207). 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 VIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Victoria. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cairns to Victoria in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 46% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cairns to Victoria?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Victoria. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Victoria 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.

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Victoria

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Victoria. 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 December 2025.

The most flights from CNS to AUVIC are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Victoria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Victoria. 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 Victoria. Reviews last updated 18 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Cairns to Victoria to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
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Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
493 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Victoria?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cairns to Victoria. It is only a 4.4 km journey to Cairns (CNS) from Cairns’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Victoria?

    Departing from Cairns to Victoria will take you 3h 25m. The distance from Cairns to Victoria is about 2311 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $106. Users have also found prices from $120 and $195 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Victoria?

    Consider Cathay Pacific (85%), Emirates (85%) or Air New Zealand (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Victoria.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Victoria?

    On average you can expect to pay $306 for a flight from Cairns to Victoria. The cheapest flight overall is $116 while the most popular route, (Cairns - Melbourne) is currently priced at $242.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Victoria that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Victoria flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Victoria?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Victoria.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Victoria?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Victoria 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 Victoria?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Victoria (average of $115). Flying from Cairns to Victoria in March is currently the most expensive (average of $207). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Cairns to Victoria

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Victoria. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$177Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$186Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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