Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from $74
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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 $164, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Cairns, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around $181.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?
Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $307. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $948.
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 afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the afternoon for as low as $266. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $856 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?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport when booking 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around $248 when searching 23 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport for as low as $204 on momondo.
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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Cairns?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Cairns
What airlines fly to Cairns?
Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Jetstar is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cairns. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cairns on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per day?
The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Cairns is 17 per day as of April 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 60% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Cairns on average per week?
124 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 19% 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 20m, 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 April 2025.
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) (35.31% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (19.52%), Airbus A320-100/200 (18.53%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (15.64%).
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 61% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Virgin Australia at 35% and Qantas Airways at 4%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $149 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 437 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $159 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 396 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $182 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 815 reviews |
Virgin Australia Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Virgin Australia flight deals from Melbourne Airport to Cairns start from $159 round-trip. Over the 6 Virgin Australia flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $325 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 18 flights out of Melbourne Airport into Cairns in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 815 Qantas Airways reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.5/10.
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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.
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