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Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL) from $96

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — MEL
May 19 — May 261
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The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in April or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 14, 2024.

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One-way from

$189
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Tuesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Melbourne Airport.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 51 days in advance to save up to 86% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 51 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $293, or $310 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Cairns. Users have commonly found prices around $265 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $115. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (CNS - MEL)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Jetstar flights traveling from Cairns to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Fri 8/97:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 8/126:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$189
Sun 7/287:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 8/316:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$217
Thu 6/137:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Thu 6/206:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$238
Fri 6/147:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Mon 6/176:40 amMEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$268
Tue 6/117:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 6/186:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$328
Fri 6/710:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 6/106:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$332
Sun 6/210:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 6/76:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$443

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found at this time heading from Cairns to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 6/138:25 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 6/2012:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$250
Mon 6/34:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Sat 6/86:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$261
Sun 6/212:10 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 6/712:00 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/12$290
Fri 6/71:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/104:20 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$300
Fri 5/174:35 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 8/193:30 pmMEL - CNS
2 stops7h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$517
Fri 5/174:35 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 8/194:00 pmMEL - CNS
2 stops7h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/14$518
Sat 5/256:00 amCNS - MEL
2 stops10h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/267:10 amMEL - CNS
1 stop16h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$568

Cheap Cairns to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Prices were last updated on May 14, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 6/137:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Thu 6/206:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$238
Thu 6/138:25 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 6/2012:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$250
Mon 6/34:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Sat 6/86:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$261
Fri 6/147:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Mon 6/176:40 amMEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$268
Tue 6/114:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/186:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$276
Sun 6/212:10 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 6/712:00 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop6h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/12$290
Fri 6/71:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/104:20 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$300
Tue 6/117:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 6/186:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$328
Fri 6/710:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 6/106:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$332

Cairns to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 8/97:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 8/126:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$189
Sun 7/287:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 8/316:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$217
Sat 11/97:45 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sat 11/164:30 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/12$221
Thu 6/137:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Thu 6/206:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$238
Thu 6/138:25 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 6/2012:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$250
Mon 6/34:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Sat 6/86:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$261
Fri 6/147:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Mon 6/176:40 amMEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$268
Tue 6/114:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/186:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$276
Mon 12/92:30 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Wed 12/116:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$282

Non-stop flights to Melbourne from Cairns

Discover non-stop flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Cairns to Melbourne, check out these fares. Search for alternative flights from Cairns to Melbourne by utilizing the search form above.
Fri 8/97:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 8/126:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/14$189
Sun 7/287:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Sat 8/316:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$217
Sat 11/97:45 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sat 11/164:30 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/12$221
Thu 6/137:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Thu 6/206:35 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$238
Tue 6/117:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 6/186:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$328
Fri 6/710:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 6/106:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$332
Sun 6/210:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Fri 6/76:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/12$443
Thu 6/61:45 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/116:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$622
Sat 6/810:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/119:45 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$654

One-way flights to Melbourne from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Cairns to Melbourne. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Cairns to Melbourne instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 8/307:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$96
Wed 6/267:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$99
Fri 6/287:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$106
Tue 9/241:00 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$117
Thu 7/47:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$119
Fri 6/217:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/13$135
Tue 11/56:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$137
Fri 11/12:45 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop5h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/13$139
Thu 6/61:15 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$144

Find flights from Cairns to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,632,958 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$189 - $374

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 8/9

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

Nonstop3h 20m

$189

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sun 7/28

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 8/31

Nonstop3h 20m

$217

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 6/13

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 6/20

Nonstop3h 20m

$238

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 6/13

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 6/20

1 stop8h 00m

$250

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Mon 6/3

1 stop7h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 6/8

Nonstop3h 25m

$261

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 6/14

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 6/17

1 stop7h 45m

$268

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Tue 6/11

1 stop5h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 6/18

Nonstop3h 20m

$276

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sun 6/2

1 stop6h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 6/7

1 stop6h 35m

$290

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Mon 7/1

1 stop23h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

1 stop8h 55m

$374

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/14

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Melbourne is currently $121 while a round-trip flight costs $263. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,083). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,806). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,497

February

$1,156

March

$1,083

April

$1,397

May

$1,460

June

$1,576

July

$1,806

August

$1,505

September

$1,485

October

$1,555

November

$1,469

December

$1,699

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated May 14, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar and Virgin Australia from Cairns to Melbourne. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
652 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
642 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Cairns; the airport handles an average of 13 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Cairns airport to Melbourne. It is only a 2.8 mi journey to Cairns (CNS) from Cairns’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $189, but on average you can expect to pay $370.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 10 direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is less than $391.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Wednesday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on average per day?

    3 flight departures from Cairns to Melbourne Airport per day on average.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Rex can get you from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in just under 3h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1445 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($189), Virgin Australia ($250), and Rex ($374) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. Jetstar is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $96. Users have also found prices from $117 and $240 on Virgin Australia and Rex, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on time: Alliance Airlines (100%), Cathay Pacific (100%), Air New Zealand (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

    While on average a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is generally $373, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $117. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $331 for that flight.

  • What does CNS to MEL mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while MEL stands for Melbourne Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/14.

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Top airline flying from Cairns to Melbourne

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Hourly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne

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Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne

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