Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport from $80

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport departing on 3/31. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
0 bags

Deals available from 900+ travel sites.

Save money when you book flights with momondo
Big names and deals
Big names and deals
Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.
Filter for what you want
Filter for what you want
Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.
Trusted and free
Trusted and free
We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.
Price Alerts
Price Alerts
Not ready to book? to track prices.

Find the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Cheap round-trip flights

These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

Cheap one-way flights

Flying one-way? These are some of the best deals recently discovered on momondo for flights from Cairns to Melbourne.

Cheap last minute flights

Planning a quick getaway from Cairns to Melbourne? These are the last-minute flight deals available now.

Cheap direct flights

If you prefer a non-stop journey, check out our latest direct flight deals to Melbourne, so you can enjoy a seamless trip without layovers.

Cheap bus & train deals from Cairns to Melbourne

Find recent round-trip train or bus tickets from Cairns to Melbourne.

All round-trip flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne

The cheapest plane tickets from Cairns to Melbourne found on KAYAK recently.
10:20 am - 1:50 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 9:40 amMEL-CNS
3h 25mnonstop
$160Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Wed, Apr 30 - Thu, May 8
9:15 am - 1:40 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
6:05 am - 8:35 amMEL-CNS
3h 30mnonstop
$163Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Sat, Mar 22 - Wed, Mar 26
9:15 am - 1:40 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
8:30 am - 2:55 pmMEL-CNS
7h 25m1 stop
$202Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Wed, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 23
9:15 am - 1:40 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
9:30 am - 2:55 pmMEL-CNS
6h 25m1 stop
$205Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Fri, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 14
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$218Jetstar
Find Deal
Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9
9:15 am - 5:15 pmCNS-MEL
7h 00m1 stop
6:05 am - 8:35 amMEL-CNS
3h 30mnonstop
$223Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Mon, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 7
3:45 pm - 11:05 pmCNS-MEL
6h 20m1 stop
6:00 am - 10:15 amMEL-CNS
5h 15m1 stop
$243Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Wed, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 23
6:20 pm - 7:35 amCNS-MEL
12h 15m1 stop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$294Jetstar
Find Deal
Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9
6:20 pm - 7:35 amCNS-MEL
12h 15m1 stop
8:15 am - 9:05 amMEL-CNS
25h 50m2 stops
$447Jetstar
Find Deal
Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9
7:00 am - 9:15 pmCNS-MEL
13h 15m2 stops
8:50 pm - 6:30 pmMEL-CNS
22h 40m2 stops
Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9
9:10 am - 1:40 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
$80Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Mon, Mar 31
7:55 pm - 12:20 amCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
$81Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Fri, Mar 14
8:05 pm - 11:35 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
$84Jetstar
Find Deal
Wed, Apr 9
9:30 pm - 12:55 amCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
$91Jetstar
Find Deal
Tue, Apr 22
4:10 pm - 11:05 pmCNS-MEL
5h 55m1 stop
Thu, Apr 3
6:20 pm - 8:05 amCNS-MEL
12h 45m1 stop
Thu, Mar 20
12:45 pm - 5:10 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
$198Qantas Airways
Find Deal
Sun, Jan 26
1:35 pm - 5:00 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
$199Qantas Airways
Find Deal
Fri, Apr 11
12:45 pm - 8:05 amCNS-MEL
18h 20m2 stops
$583Air New Zealand
Find Deal
Wed, Apr 2
2:35 pm - 8:05 amCNS-MEL
16h 30m2 stops
$597Air New Zealand
Find Deal
Wed, Apr 2
9:15 am - 6:15 pmCNS-MEL
8h 00m1 stop
9:00 am - 2:55 pmMEL-CNS
6h 55m1 stop
$281Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Sat, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 30
10:20 am - 1:50 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 9:40 amMEL-CNS
3h 25mnonstop
$160Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Wed, Apr 30 - Thu, May 8
9:15 am - 1:40 pmCNS-MEL
3h 25mnonstop
6:05 am - 8:35 amMEL-CNS
3h 30mnonstop
$163Virgin Australia
Find Deal
Sat, Mar 22 - Wed, Mar 26
9:45 am - 2:15 pmCNS-MEL
3h 30mnonstop
6:15 am - 8:30 amMEL-CNS
3h 15mnonstop
$218Jetstar
Find Deal
Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Virgin Australia
Apr 30
CNS10:20 amCairns
3h 30m
MEL1:50 pmMelbourne
May 8
MEL6:15 amMelbourne
3h 25m
CNS9:40 amCairns
Virgin Australia
Mar 22
CNS9:15 amCairns
3h 25m
MEL1:40 pmMelbourne
Mar 26
MEL6:05 amMelbourne
3h 30m
CNS8:35 amCairns
Virgin Australia
Mar 19
CNS9:15 amCairns
3h 25m
MEL1:40 pmMelbourne
Mar 23
MEL8:30 amMelbourne
7h 25m
1 stop
CNS2:55 pmCairns

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
Jetstar
Feb 7
CNS9:45 amCairns
3h 30m
MEL2:15 pmMelbourne
Feb 9
MEL6:15 amMelbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 amCairns
Jetstar
Feb 7
CNS6:20 pmCairns
12h 15m
1 stop
MEL7:35 amMelbourne
Feb 9
MEL6:15 amMelbourne
3h 15m
CNS8:30 amCairns
Jetstar
Feb 7
CNS6:20 pmCairns
12h 15m
1 stop
MEL7:35 amMelbourne
Feb 9
MEL8:15 amMelbourne
25h 50m
2 stops
CNS9:05 amCairns

See travel insights to Melbourne from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Cairns, with most prices found around $214. The month of January is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Cairns averaging around $222.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne Airport from Cairns is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $157. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for around $332.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Cairns to Melbourne Airport at noon for as low as $229. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $291. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Melbourne flight route?

Fly from Cairns to Melbourne for the best Cairns - Melbourne flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns when booking 21 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $262 when searching 21 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Cairns for as low as $165 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Melbourne flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Melbourne flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of January 2025, prices for Cairns to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

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.
Estimated round-trip price

Cheap Cairns to Melbourne Airport (CNS to MEL) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Best Price Found

$80

Fastest flight time

3h 25m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $80. The best round-trip flight deal from Cairns to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $160.
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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?


Best airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
JetstarPriceFrom $142Free CancellationRating
6.6
469 reviews
Search Jetstar flights
  • Jetstar Flights From Cairns to Melbourne Airport

    Jetstar flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne Airport start from $142 round-trip. Over the 29 Jetstar flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $200 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.


Traveling to a place near Melbourne?

Book flights to Melbourne if you plan to visit one of these locations
Dandenong
Tullamarine
Geelong
Sorrento
Mornington
Apollo Bay
Torquay
Shepparton
Phillip Island
Ballarat
Brighton
Lorne
Doncaster
St Kilda

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cairns to Melbourne?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Cairns to Melbourne. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Cairns to Melbourne with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Melbourne from Cairns with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Melbourne from Cairns. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Melbourne from Cairns are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.


An easier way to manage your Melbourne Airport trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
From?
To?
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
Email me momondo's favorite deals

Find better results for your trip to Melbourne

Popular cities in Australia

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo