Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from $81
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?
The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $191, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Cairns, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around $227.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $254. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $334.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the evening for as low as $251. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $319 per ticket.
What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cairns?
The best time to book a flight to Cairns from Melbourne Airport is 49 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $258. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $229.
What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Cairns flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights?
You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight.
How have Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight prices changed over time?
As of December 2024, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per day?
The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Cairns is 22 per day as of December 2024. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 77% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per week?
158 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns as of December 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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How far is Melbourne to Cairns by plane?
The distance between Melbourne and Cairns is about 1433.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 3h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport as of December 2024.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (34.32% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (18.88%), Airbus A321-100/200 (17.71%), and Airbus A321neo (16.71%).
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is Jetstar, representing 62% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Virgin Australia at 34% and Qantas Airways at 4%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $165 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 459 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $167 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 484 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $182 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 808 reviews |
Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Virgin Australia flight deals from Melbourne Airport to Cairns start from $165 round-trip. Over the 13 Virgin Australia flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $343 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Qantas Airways Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns
The best Qantas Airways deal for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $182, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Qantas Airways flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $515 round-trip. Qantas Airways operates 28 flights out of Melbourne Airport into Cairns in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 808 Qantas Airways reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.5/10.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Cairns?
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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Cairns with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Cairns from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Cairns?
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