Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from £69
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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CNS
22 Sep — 29 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Cairns are usually found in February or March, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday
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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 23 August 2026.
Tue 6/1020:05 -
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Deal found 23/8£132
Sat 17/1020:05 -
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Deal found 21/8£135
Sat 21/1106:15 -
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Wed 2/1210:15 -
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Deal found 23/8£136
Sun 11/1020:05 -
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Wed 14/1020:35 -
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Deal found 23/8£144
Fri 23/1020:05 -
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Sun 1/1119:20 -
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Deal found 20/8£144
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Deal found 19/8£145
Wed 7/1020:05 -
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Deal found 19/8£147
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Deal found 23/8£148
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Deal found 22/8£149
Mon 5/1020:05 -
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Mon 12/1019:35 -
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Deal found 21/8£152
Best flights from Melbourne to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 August 2026.
Sat 17/1020:05 -
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Deal found 21/8£135
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Deal found 20/8£141
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Deal found 23/8£188
Fri 23/1020:05 -
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Sun 1/1119:50 -
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Deal found 23/8£194
Tue 6/1020:05 -
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Deal found 23/8£136
Fri 23/1020:05 -
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Deal found 20/8£144
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Deal found 21/8£161
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Sun 25/1019:20 -
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Deal found 20/8£174
Direct flights from Melbourne to Cairns
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Cairns based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 23 August 2026.
Tue 6/1020:05 -
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Tue 13/1007:00 -
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Deal found 23/8£132
Sat 17/1020:05 -
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Wed 21/1012:30 -
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Deal found 21/8£135
Sat 21/1106:15 -
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Wed 2/1210:15 -
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Deal found 23/8£136
Tue 12/116:35 -
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Deal found 20/8£141
Mon 18/116:35 -
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Deal found 22/8£142
Sun 11/1020:05 -
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Wed 14/1020:35 -
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Deal found 23/8£144
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Deal found 20/8£144
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Deal found 19/8£145
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Deal found 23/8£147
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Deal found 19/8£147
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Cairns. Data last updated 23 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 2/918:55 -
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Deal found 20/8£244
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Deal found 23/8£246
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Deal found 21/8£205
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Deal found 23/8£231
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Deal found 23/8£253
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Deal found 23/8£250
Mon 7/918:55 -
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Sat 12/911:00 -
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Deal found 21/8£232
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Deal found 23/8£230
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Deal found 21/8£245
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Deal found 19/8£249
Tue 29/917:25 -
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Deal found 20/8£256
One-way flights from Melbourne to Cairns
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Cairns. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 23 August 2026.
Mon 28/1221:25 -
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Deal found 19/8£69
Wed 23/1221:25 -
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Deal found 23/8£70
Thu 10/1216:35 -
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Deal found 23/8£71
Fri 20/1116:35 -
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Deal found 19/8£81
Mon 5/1020:05 -
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Deal found 21/8£84
Sat 21/1106:15 -
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Deal found 23/8£84
Thu 22/1020:05 -
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Deal found 22/8£89
Sat 3/1015:35 -
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Deal found 18/8£94
Sat 24/1021:15 -
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Deal found 22/8£106
Tue 1/918:55 -
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Deal found 23/8£108
Tue 5/113:30 -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 19/8£109
Find 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 23 August 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 23 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns that are best for you.
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MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Sat 17/10
20:05-22:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Cairns
Wed 21/10
12:30-16:50
Nonstop3h 20m
£135
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Tue 6/10
20:05-22:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Cairns
Tue 13/10
07:00-11:30
Nonstop3h 30m
£136
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Tue 12/1
16:35-19:05
Nonstop3h 30m
Cairns
Fri 15/1
19:50-00:15
Nonstop3h 25m
£141
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Fri 23/10
20:05-22:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Cairns
Sun 1/11
19:20-23:45
Nonstop3h 25m
£144
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Sat 10/10
20:05-22:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Cairns
Sat 17/10
12:30-16:50
Nonstop3h 20m
£161
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Wed 21/10
17:30-19:55
Nonstop3h 25m
Cairns
Sun 25/10
19:20-23:45
Nonstop3h 25m
£174
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Fri 8/1
08:35-10:55
Nonstop3h 20m
Cairns
Tue 12/1
11:40-16:05
Nonstop3h 25m
£188
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Fri 23/10
20:05-22:30
Nonstop3h 25m
Cairns
Sun 1/11
19:50-00:15
Nonstop3h 25m
£194
Cheapest one-way
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Mon 28/12
21:25-23:55
Nonstop3h 30m
£69
MelbourneCairns
MEL Melbourne - CNS Cairns
MELCNS
Melbourne
Wed 23/12
21:25-23:55
Nonstop3h 30m
£70
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
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 82 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of £130). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of £226). 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 23 August 2026.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns by exploring options for tickets at midday.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights typically cost between £136 and £266 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £132 on Jetstar (6 Oct–13 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 23 August 2026.
The most flights from MEL to CNS are scheduled on a Saturday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Cairns delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Cairns have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Cairns flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Cairns flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
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 23 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
On-time departure and early arrival. Everything went very well. This is a budget airline so I’m not comparing them to a premium airline, I’m comparing them to other budget carriers and I have no complaints. Well done Jetstar
On-time departure and early arrival. Everything went very well. This is a budget airline so I’m not comparing them to a premium airline, I’m comparing them to other budget carriers and I have no complaints. Well done Jetstar
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. 1 airline 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 25m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Cairns is about 1436 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns round-trip?
Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Cairns, with prices starting at £76. Jetstar is priced at 54% 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 Qatar Airways (85%), China Southern (79%) or Air India (78%) 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 £63. On average you can expect to pay £150. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Cairns), can usually be booked for £125.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of £130). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of £226). 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.
Explore flights to Cairns departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 23 August 2026.
Discover the top airline 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 23 August 2026.
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