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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £74

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 26/7. 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.
MEL — CNS
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
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Fri 10/5

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). 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 28 April 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

£1,058

One-way from

£74
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Travelers have found that booking a Tuesday departure is the best way to save up to 40% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 47% 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 61 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 Melbourne Airport to Cairns 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as £296, or £325 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Cairns from Melbourne Airport average £235. You can even find prices in October for less than £235, as users have found deals to Cairns from as low as £102. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cairns from Melbourne Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 32%.

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

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 50% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Melbourne and Cairns. 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 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Consider these cheap Virgin Australia flights we've found departing from Melbourne to Cairns. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 12/606:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 16/616:35CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£206
Mon 17/606:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/620:25CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£207
Sat 18/507:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 22/512:10CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£230
Mon 17/614:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/616:50CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£230
Tue 21/506:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Tue 28/516:35CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£238
Wed 28/807:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 2/920:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£241
Sun 19/509:30MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 23/513:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£248
Fri 31/506:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/612:10CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4£249
Sun 12/506:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 16/510:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£266

Cheap Jetstar flights from Melbourne to Cairns

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Melbourne and Cairns. 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 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Jetstar flights we've found from Melbourne to Cairns. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sat 20/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£141
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£148
Fri 9/814:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 11/819:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£150
Tue 18/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 23/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4£157
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 29/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£158
Sat 27/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 31/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£161
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 28/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£168
Fri 21/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 24/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£172
Sat 20/706:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£181

Cheap Melbourne to Cairns flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Cairns specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 916,678 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Cairns in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 28/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Tue 4/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£199
Thu 9/506:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Tue 14/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£201
Sat 18/506:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Wed 22/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£218
Fri 31/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 5/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£223
Sat 11/506:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Wed 15/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£226
Mon 27/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Fri 31/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£229
Sat 18/514:10MEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 21/513:50CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4£230
Fri 31/511:10MEL - CNS
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/609:20CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4£230
Sat 18/506:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Tue 21/507:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4£236

Melbourne to Cairns 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Cairns in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Cairns in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 11/1206:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Tue 17/1214:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£134
Sat 20/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£141
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£148
Fri 9/814:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 11/819:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£150
Tue 18/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 23/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4£157
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 29/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£158
Sat 27/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 31/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£161
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 28/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£168
Fri 21/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 24/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£172

Direct flights to Cairns from Melbourne

Discover direct flight options from Melbourne to Cairns. 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 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Melbourne to Cairns, check out these fares. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Melbourne to Cairns should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Sat 20/718:35MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£141
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£148
Fri 9/814:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 11/819:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£150
Tue 18/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 23/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/4£157
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 29/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£158
Sat 27/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 31/707:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£161
Thu 25/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sun 28/719:05CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£168
Fri 21/606:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 24/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£172
Tue 28/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Tue 4/607:00CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/4£199

Melbourne to Cairns flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to Cairns 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 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Melbourne to Cairns. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Fri 3/507:30MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/509:20CNS - MEL
1 stop14h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£347
Fri 3/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/512:45CNS - MEL
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£387
Sun 5/507:00MEL - CNS
2 stops33h 55mRex
Thu 9/513:15CNS - MEL
2 stops8h 20mRex
Deal found 28/4£510
Fri 3/516:30MEL - CNS
2 stops7h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/516:50CNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£572
Sat 4/506:05MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 18/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£968
Sat 4/508:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sat 18/506:00CNS - MEL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£1,100
Sat 4/506:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sat 18/510:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4£1,232
Sat 4/510:00MEL - CNS
2 stops8h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 18/509:10CNS - MEL
1 stop10h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/4£1,941

One-way flights to Cairns from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Cairns. 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 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Melbourne to Cairns can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Melbourne to Cairns flights by using the search form above.
Fri 26/714:55MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£74
Mon 27/506:00MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£106
Tue 4/620:55MEL - CNS
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£112
Mon 27/506:40MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 27/4£114
Tue 21/518:40MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£115
Sun 26/506:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/4£133
Thu 20/609:00MEL - CNS
1 stop9h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£142
Wed 5/612:10MEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£142
Mon 6/506:05MEL - CNS
1 stop7h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/4£147

Find flights from Melbourne to Cairns within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Cairns 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 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

£141 - £409

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 20/7

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 27/7

Nonstop3h 25m

£141

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 25/7

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 27/7

Nonstop3h 25m

£148

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 9/8

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sun 11/8

Nonstop3h 25m

£150

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 18/6

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sun 23/6

Nonstop3h 30m

£157

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 25/7

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Mon 29/7

Nonstop3h 25m

£158

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Wed 12/6

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Sun 16/6

1 stop6h 30m

£206

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 17/6

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Mon 24/6

Nonstop3h 25m

£207

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 11/5

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sun 19/5

1 stop14h 40m

£353

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 4/6

2 stops19h 00m

Cairns

Thu 6/6

2 stops8h 20m

£409

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Deals found on 27/4

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Cairns. 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 Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday 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 Cairns by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Cairns by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Cairns is currently £121 while a return flight costs £214. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of £1,322). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,049). 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

£1,319

February

£1,256

March

£1,293

April

£1,256

May

£1,127

June

£1,243

July

£1,640

August

£1,276

September

£1,058

October

£1,210

November

£1,273

December

£1,488

Temperature and rainfall in Cairns by month

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

CNS

Temperature

21 - 27 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. 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 Cairns. Reviews last updated 28 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Rex from Melbourne to Cairns. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.2

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

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.2

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
674 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
25 reviews
Check prices

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

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

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

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.8

Comfort

8.2

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 into for flights to Cairns from Melbourne?

    Cairns (CNS), located 2.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Cairns. 2 airlines have flights to Cairns from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Cairns should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 14 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns for under £200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns for under £200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just £141, but on average you can expect to pay £187.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns for under £200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns under £200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is less than £205.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Cairns for under £400?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than £400.

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

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at £141. Another option worth looking into is Virgin Australia, starting at £206 return. Jetstar is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

    Consider Etihad Airways (86%), Singapore Airlines (82%) or Virgin Australia (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is £74. On average you can expect to pay £214. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Cairns), can usually be booked for £137.

  • What does MEL to CNS mean?

    MEL stands for Melbourne Airport, while CNS stands for Cairns 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.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Cairns 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 Melbourne to Cairns with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Cairns 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 Melbourne to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Cairns 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 Melbourne to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Cairns 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 Melbourne to Cairns?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Cairns 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.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/4.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Cairns

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Cairns. 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 916,678 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
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JetstarCheapest£120Average£225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
32%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
38%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
23%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
7%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Midday
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns. 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 28 April 2024.
Monday19daily flights
Tuesday6daily flights
Wednesday10daily flights
Thursday17daily flights
Friday17daily flights
Saturday13daily flights
Sunday17daily flights

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