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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £58

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CNS
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Cairns are usually found in March or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£115

One-way from

£58

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£165

Good one-way deal

£80 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 11/11-12/11
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Cairns
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£10 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Tue 11/1119:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Wed 12/1109:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/10£115
Sat 8/1106:15MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Thu 13/1119:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 15/10£119
Sun 16/1121:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 20/1123:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/10£125
Sun 30/1121:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 4/1223:55CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/10£126
Sat 18/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Tue 21/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/10£135
Sat 18/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Sat 25/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/10£144
Mon 15/1212:50MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 15/1219:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 14/10£158
Thu 16/1020:45MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Mon 20/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 15/10£164
Fri 17/1006:25MEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Tue 21/1020:30CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 16/10£165
Sun 30/1110:00MEL - CNS
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1207:45CNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£167

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Cairns

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Wed 12/11

09:45-14:10

Nonstop3h 25m

£115

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

06:15-08:30

Nonstop3h 15m

Cairns

Thu 15/1

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£115

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

Thu 20/11

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

£125

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

21:25-23:55

Nonstop3h 30m

Cairns

Thu 4/12

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

£126

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Tue 16/12

19:45-22:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Sat 20/12

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£144

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

12:50-15:10

Nonstop3h 20m

Cairns

Mon 15/12

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£158

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

10:00-14:55

1 stop5h 55m

Cairns

Sun 7/12

07:45-12:10

Nonstop3h 25m

£167

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

09:00-14:55

1 stop6h 55m

Cairns

Thu 13/11

19:30-23:55

Nonstop3h 25m

£170

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Mon 30/3

06:05-08:30

Nonstop3h 25m

Cairns

Wed 1/4

09:10-13:40

Nonstop3h 30m

£173

MelbourneCairns

MEL - CNS

MELCNS

Melbourne

Fri 19/12

09:30-14:55

1 stop6h 25m

Cairns

Mon 29/12

23:55-04:20

Nonstop3h 25m

£173

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cairns

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

How far ahead should I 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 10 October 2025.

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 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of £57). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in September is currently the most expensive (average of £100). 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 MEL to CNS?

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 17 October 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 17 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia and Jetstar from Melbourne Airport to Cairns by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

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

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
475 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,Jun 2025

MEL - CNS

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Cairns. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 23 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Cairns will take you 3h 20m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Cairns is about 1436 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Flying on Virgin Australia is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at £79. Another option worth looking into is Jetstar, starting at £101 return. Virgin Australia is priced at 50% 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 Air India (97%), Emirates (93%) or Air New Zealand (93%) 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 £68. On average you can expect to pay £89. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Cairns), can usually be booked for £127.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of £57). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in September is currently the most expensive (average of £100). 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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Virgin AustraliaCheapest£79Average£251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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