Flights from Cairns to Melbourne

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Cheap Cairns - Melbourne flight offers

Find cheap flight tickets and last-minute flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne

Virgin Australia
Fri, 25/09 (CNS) Cairns -> (MEL) Melbourne
Direct
Virgin Australia
Wed, 30/09 (MEL) Melbourne -> (CNS) Cairns
Direct
Price found Yesterday
from $520
Virgin Australia
Fri, 25/09 (CNS) Cairns -> (MEL) Melbourne
Direct
Virgin Australia
Tue, 29/09 (MEL) Melbourne -> (CNS) Cairns
Direct
Price found Yesterday
from $528
Virgin Australia
Fri, 25/09 (CNS) Cairns -> (MEL) Melbourne
Direct
Virgin Australia
Wed, 30/09 (MEL) Melbourne -> (CNS) Cairns
Direct
Price found Yesterday
from $520
Virgin Australia
Fri, 25/09 (CNS) Cairns -> (MEL) Melbourne
Direct
Virgin Australia
Tue, 29/09 (MEL) Melbourne -> (CNS) Cairns
Direct
Price found Yesterday
from $528

Info about flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Some useful info about flights from Cairns to Melbourne to help you plan your next trip

Best price last 15 days $535
Average flight duration 3h 24m
Cheapest month August
Average number of flights per week 3
First flight time 07:00
Last flight time 23:55
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Top airlines on the route Cairns - Melbourne

Airlines providing flights to Melbourne from Cairns

Jetstar Airways
Jetstar Airways
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia

Flight prices from Cairns to Melbourne

There’s no fixed price — fares between Cairns and Melbourne can vary a lot by day or time.

The lowest fare seen in the past 15 days was $535.

The lowest fares are often found with some flexibility in travel dates. If your plans are flexible, you’ll have a better chance of finding cheap flights.

Flights between Cairns and Melbourne: which airports can you choose?

The distance between Cairns and Melbourne is about 2313 km. Checking alternative airports can help lower the total cost of your trip.

  • Airports in Cairns: The only active airport in Cairns is Cairns.
  • Airports in Melbourne: Melbourne is served by 2 airports - Avalon, Essendon.

Choosing airports with fast connections to the city center can cut down total travel time. You can compare all flights from Cairns airports to find the best option.

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Looking for alternatives in Australia? Travelers also liked: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Cairns to Melbourne.

How much does an airline ticket from Cairns to Melbourne cost?

The lowest price recorded in the last 15 days for a flight from Cairns to Melbourne is $535.

How far is Cairns from Melbourne?

Cairns is about 2313 km from Melbourne.

What are the airports in Melbourne?

Melbourne has 2 airports: Avalon, Essendon.

What are the airports in Cairns?

Cairns has one airport: Cairns.

What are the most popular cities in Australia?

The most popular cities in Australia according to our users' searches are: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.

When should I book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne?

The best time to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 1 week in advance.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Melbourne is August.

What is the most expensive month to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

The most expensive month to fly from Cairns to Melbourne is September.

What is the best day of the week to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

For flights from Cairns to Melbourne Tuesday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Tuesday is the most expensive day to fly.