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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne Starting at AED 235

Whether you’re going for a one-way or round-trip to Melbourne, we’ve got you covered! Check out these different flight options from Cairns below.

  • One way
  • Round-trip
      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS09:45
        3h 30m
        Nonstop
        MEL14:15
        Fri, Mar 7|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 235AED 316
        26% OFF
        26% OFF
        AED 316AED 235

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Fri, Mar 7, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 235 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS07:35
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        MEL12:00
        Mon, Mar 3|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 240AED 316
        24% OFF
        24% OFF
        AED 316AED 240

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Mon, Mar 3, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 240 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS09:45
        3h 30m
        Nonstop
        MEL14:15
        Sun, Feb 16|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 244AED 316
        23% OFF
        23% OFF
        AED 316AED 244

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Sun, Feb 16, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 244 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS07:35
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        MEL12:00
        Sat, Mar 8|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 246
        AED 246

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Sat, Mar 8, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 246 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS07:35
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        MEL12:00
        Tue, Mar 25|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 266
        AED 266

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Tue, Mar 25, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 266 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS07:35
        3h 25m
        Nonstop
        MEL12:00
        Sun, Mar 2|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 268
        AED 268

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Sun, Mar 2, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 268 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS09:45
        3h 30m
        Nonstop
        MEL14:15
        Thu, Mar 20|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 268
        AED 268

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Thu, Mar 20, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 268 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS14:30
        3h 30m
        Nonstop
        MEL19:00
        Mon, Mar 17|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 268
        AED 268

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Mon, Mar 17, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 268 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS09:45
        3h 30m
        Nonstop
        MEL14:15
        Thu, Feb 20|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 268
        AED 268

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Thu, Feb 20, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 268 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS09:45
        3h 30m
        Nonstop
        MEL14:15
        Wed, Feb 19|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
        AED 275
        AED 275

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Melbourne. The one-way direct flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Wed, Feb 19, arriving at Melbourne Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 275 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        MEL02:00 pm
        Sun, Feb 23|Cairns - Melbourne|Jetstar Airways
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Cairns to Melbourne flight time & flight schedules

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ941

    Jetstar Airways

    07:35

    CNS

    3.4h

    Nonstop

    12:00

    MEL

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  2. JQ033

    Jetstar Airways

    09:45

    CNS

    3.5h

    Nonstop

    14:15

    MEL

    SMTWTFS
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  3. JQ945

    Jetstar Airways

    14:40

    CNS

    3.5h

    Nonstop

    19:10

    MEL

    S-T-T-S
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  4. JQ943

    Jetstar Airways

    19:30

    CNS

    3.4h

    Nonstop

    23:55

    MEL

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

Price trend charts are a great way of tracking how much your flights cost in the lead up to departure and can help you choose when to book your tickets. See how prices to Melbourne from Cairns have changed and are set to move below.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Cairns to Melbourne based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 987.

  • How long does it take to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL)?

    It takes about 3 hours 29 minutes to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Melbourne?

    • The distance from Melbourne Airport to downtown is about 18 km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
    • The distance from Avalon Airport to downtown is about 50 km, by taxi about 1 hour 10 minutes.
    • The distance from Essendon Airport to downtown is about 11 km, by taxi about 30 minutes.

  • What time does the earliest flight from Cairns to Melbourne depart?

    The earliest flight departs from Cairns (CNS) at 07:00 and arrives in Melbourne (MEL) at 11:30.

  • What time does the latest flight from Cairns to Melbourne depart?

    The latest flight departs from Cairns (CNS) at 19:25 and arrives in Melbourne (MEL) at 23:50.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL)?

  • What's the most popular airline for non-stop flights from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL)?

    Jetstar Airways operates 8 non-stop flights from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL).

  • How many airports are there in Melbourne (MEL)?

    There are 4 airport(s) near Melbourne (MEL): Avalon Airport, Moorabbin (Harry Hawker) Airport, Essendon Airport and Melbourne Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Cairns to Melbourne

If you leave it until the last minute and forget to check some of the key information when booking tickets, prices can often end up skyrocketing. Below, you can find our top tips for getting the best value flights – from changing dates to chasing deals, there are plenty ways to keep your next trip affordable.
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Flight Info | Cairns to Melbourne

Cheapest direct flight priceAED 234
Cheapest return ticket priceAED 461
Off-season for travelDecember
Peak season for travelNovember
Flight distance2,320.47 km
Average flight time3 hours 29 minutes
Popular airlineJetstar Airways

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