Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport from £96
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — MEL
24 Oct — 31 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in January or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 September 2026.
Thu 10/1219:10 -
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Deal found 19/9£139
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Deal found 20/9£152
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Deal found 19/9£157
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Deal found 22/9£159
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Deal found 21/9£163
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Deal found 23/9£171
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Deal found 24/9£178
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Deal found 20/9£181
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Deal found 22/9£184
Best flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
Thu 10/1219:10 -
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Deal found 19/9£139
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Deal found 23/9£212
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Deal found 19/9£157
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Deal found 22/9£176
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Deal found 24/9£178
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Deal found 23/9£189
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Deal found 21/9£203
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Deal found 22/9£209
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Deal found 20/9£214
Direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Cairns to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
Thu 10/1219:10 -
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Fri 15/119:50 -
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Deal found 19/9£139
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Deal found 21/9£139
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Deal found 21/9£147
Thu 26/1109:45 -
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Sat 28/1106:15 -
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Deal found 20/9£152
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Deal found 19/9£157
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Mon 30/1106:15 -
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Deal found 22/9£159
Thu 15/1020:35 -
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Sat 24/1020:05 -
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Deal found 21/9£163
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Deal found 23/9£171
Thu 5/1109:45 -
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Deal found 24/9£178
Last-minute flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne. Data last updated 24 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 9/1020:35 -
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Deal found 23/9£224
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Deal found 23/9£236
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Deal found 19/9£222
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Deal found 19/9£238
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Deal found 20/9£181
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Deal found 21/9£163
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Deal found 22/9£209
Sat 31/1009:45 -
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Sat 7/1106:15 -
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Deal found 23/9£189
One-way flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
Fri 1/109:45 -
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Deal found 23/9£96
Thu 22/1020:35 -
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Deal found 23/9£105
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Deal found 19/9£110
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Deal found 23/9£111
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Deal found 19/9£112
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Deal found 23/9£117
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Deal found 23/9£118
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Deal found 20/9£124
Find 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 (MEL). 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 24 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 1/1
09:45-14:15
Nonstop3h 30m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£96
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Sun 18/10
07:00-11:30
Nonstop3h 30m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£112
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Tue 16/3
10:55-18:35
1 stop6h 40m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£124
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Wed 14/10
11:40-16:10
Nonstop3h 30m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£124
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Thu 17/12
15:45-23:05
1 stop6h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£125
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Sun 13/12
15:45-23:05
1 stop6h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£125
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Fri 1/1
15:45-23:05
1 stop6h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£125
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Thu 29/10
15:45-23:05
1 stop6h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£125
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Thu 10/12
15:45-23:05
1 stop6h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£125
CairnsMelbourne
CNS Cairns - MEL Melbourne
CNSMEL
Cairns
Mon 15/3
15:45-23:05
1 stop6h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£125
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of £148). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £224). 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 MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 89% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between £141 and £239 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £139 on Jetstar (10 Dec–15 Jan).
Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne. 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 24 September 2026.
The most flights from CNS to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).
How often are flights from Cairns to Melbourne delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Cairns and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 104 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Cairns to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cairns to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Melbourne?
Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Cairns; the airport handles an average of 23 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights from the Cairns airport to Melbourne. It is only a 2.8 mi journey to Cairns (CNS) from Cairns’s city center.
How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
A quick flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport can take about 3h 25m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £139. There are 1436 mi between Cairns and Melbourne Airport. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport are KLM (93%), Japan Airlines (87%) and Emirates (84%).
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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of £148). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of £224). 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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