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Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport from $83

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9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$165Jetstar
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Tue, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 17
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$166Jetstar
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 14
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$170Jetstar
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Sat, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 13
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:00 am - 8:15 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$175Jetstar
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Sun, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 23
7:35 am - 12:00 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
6:45 pm - 10:05 pmMEL-CNS
3h 20mnonstop
$214Jetstar
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Tue, Dec 3 - Mon, Sep 15
3:50 pm - 12:05 amCNS-MEL
7h 15m1 stop
6:45 pm - 10:05 pmMEL-CNS
3h 20mnonstop
$227Jetstar
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Tue, Dec 3 - Mon, Sep 15
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
7:15 am - 2:55 pmMEL-CNS
8h 40m1 stop
Sat, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 13
3:45 pm - 11:05 pmCNS-MEL
6h 20m1 stop
12:00 pm - 6:35 pmMEL-CNS
6h 35m1 stop
$273Virgin Australia
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Tue, Dec 3 - Mon, Sep 15
3:45 pm - 11:05 pmCNS-MEL
6h 20m1 stop
6:00 am - 10:15 amMEL-CNS
5h 15m1 stop
$291Virgin Australia
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Thu, Dec 12 - Thu, Dec 19
3:45 pm - 11:05 pmCNS-MEL
6h 20m1 stop
6:00 am - 10:15 amMEL-CNS
5h 15m1 stop
$292Virgin Australia
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Fri, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 26
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
$83Jetstar
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Mon, Feb 17
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
$86Jetstar
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Fri, Jan 24
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
$90Jetstar
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Tue, Dec 17
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
$91Jetstar
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Fri, Jan 24
7:55 pm - 12:20 amCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
$104Virgin Australia
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Thu, Dec 19
7:55 pm - 12:20 amCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
$113Virgin Australia
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Mon, Dec 16
6:40 pm - 5:45 pmCNS-MEL
22h 05m2 stops
$673Air New Zealand
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Mon, Mar 3
6:00 am - 8:40 pmCNS-MEL
13h 40m2 stops
$807Air New Zealand
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Thu, Jan 9
3:45 pm - 11:00 pmCNS-MEL
30h 15m2 stops
$5,148Qatar Airways
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Tue, Dec 24
5:20 pm - 11:00 pmCNS-MEL
28h 40m2 stops
$5,376Qatar Airways
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Sun, Dec 29
9:15 am - 7:15 pmCNS-MEL
9h 00m1 stop
6:05 am - 8:35 amMEL-CNS
3h 30mnonstop
$267Virgin Australia
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Thu, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 28
9:15 am - 7:15 pmCNS-MEL
9h 00m1 stop
10:10 am - 4:40 pmMEL-CNS
7h 30m1 stop
$301Virgin Australia
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Thu, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 28
9:05 am - 1:30 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
7:50 pm - 10:10 pmMEL-CNS
3h 20mnonstop
$354Jetstar
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Thu, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 25
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$165Jetstar
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Tue, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 17
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$166Jetstar
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 14
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$170Jetstar
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Sat, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 13
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:00 am - 8:15 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$175Jetstar
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Sun, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 23
7:35 am - 12:00 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
6:45 pm - 10:05 pmMEL-CNS
3h 20mnonstop
$214Jetstar
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Tue, Dec 3 - Mon, Sep 15

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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Dec 10
CNS9:45 amCairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 pmMelbourne
Dec 17
MEL6:15 amMelbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 amCairns
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Dec 12
CNS9:45 amCairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 pmMelbourne
Dec 14
MEL6:15 amMelbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 amCairns
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Dec 7
CNS9:45 amCairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 pmMelbourne
Dec 13
MEL6:15 amMelbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 amCairns

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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Virgin Australia
Nov 21
CNS9:15 amCairns
9h 00m
1 stop
MEL7:15 pmMelbourne
Nov 28
MEL6:05 amMelbourne
3h 30m
CNS8:35 amCairns
Virgin Australia
Dec 3
CNS3:45 pmCairns
6h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:05 pmMelbourne
Sep 15
MEL12:00 pmMelbourne
6h 35m
1 stop
CNS6:35 pmCairns
Virgin Australia
Dec 12
CNS3:45 pmCairns
6h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:05 pmMelbourne
Dec 19
MEL6:00 amMelbourne
5h 15m
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CNS10:15 amCairns

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

April. The cheapest time of year to fly to Melbourne Airport from Cairns is April. Most expensive is June

What is the cheapest day to depart Cairns for Melbourne Airport?

Sunday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Sunday. The most expensive is typically Monday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

In the morning. Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 19% more expensive in the evening than in the morning

How far in advance should you book Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights?

44 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is approximately 44 days to departure

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Cairns to Melbourne Airport.

How have Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$83

Fastest flight time

3h 25m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $83. The best round-trip flight deal from Cairns to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $165.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport takes 3h 25m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Melbourne Airport every day.

  • How far is Cairns to Melbourne by plane?

    A flight from Cairns to Melbourne will travel around 1433.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 3h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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JetstarPriceFrom $176Free CancellationRating
6.6
508 reviews
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  • Jetstar Flights From Cairns to Melbourne Airport

    Jetstar flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne Airport start from $176 round-trip. Over the 20 Jetstar flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $262 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.


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