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Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

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Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
174$
164$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
174$
164$
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Wed, Mar 25 - Sun, Mar 29
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
175$
165$
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Sun, Apr 26 - Fri, May 1
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
176$
166$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, May 23 - Wed, May 27
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
181$
171$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, May 10 - Fri, May 15
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
182$
177$
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Tue, Mar 24
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
81$
79$
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Mon, Apr 13
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
82$
80$
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Sat, Apr 18
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
82$
80$
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Sat, May 2
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
86$
84$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, May 8
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
87$
85$
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Tue, May 26
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
90$
88$
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The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Cairns

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of May. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Flying Time3 h and 15 mWhen flying from Melbourne to Cairns, this can take around 3 h and 15 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors
Cheapest flight$79The best price for flights from Melbourne to Cairns offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days
Origin airportMelbourne AirportWhen flying from Melbourne to Cairns
Destination airportCairns AirportFor the route from Melbourne to Cairns
Peak seasonMarchMarch is the busiest time to fly from Melbourne to Cairns according to search data results from our customers
Airlines operating this routeJetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas AirwaysAirline(s) that fly from Melbourne to Cairns
One-way average Price145.96A flight from Melbourne to Cairns at eDreams will cost around 145.96, this being based on prices of the previous 6 months of data
Best time to bookMarchApril is one of the most frequent times to fly to Cairns from Melbourne according to real data from our customers

Local currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
9%Trains in Cairns are 9% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$3.90
Cairns$3.55
MealMid-priced restaurant
10%A meal in Cairns is 10% cheaper than a meal in Melbourne.
Melbourne$17.73
Cairns$15.60
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
28%A taxi fare in Cairns is 28% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$3.62
Cairns$2.62
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
16%Coffee is 16% more expensive in Cairns than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$3.83
Cairns$4.43
Exchange rate
1 USD = 1.42 AUD
1 AUD = 0.71 USD
Last revised on Thu, 03/5
Distance: 1445 miles
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city center: 7 miles
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city center: 31 miles
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city center: 3 miles

Are you planning to travel to Cairns for vacations, business or family visits? eDreams offers you the cheapest flights and best deals departing from Melbourne. With our fast search engine you will get a large selection of airfares from standard and low cost airlines worldwide and easily book your tickets for this route. If you are flexible we help you identify the cheapest day to fly to Cairns and if you need to leave soon you can check our most convenient last minute fares. Read all the useful information about your next destination and proceed to the reservation, indicating your flight dates and completing your travel booking with hotels and car rental!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Cairns

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Australia. At eDreams have you covered!
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Melbourne to Cairns?
When you fly from Melbourne to Cairns the average price is 145.96. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
For flights from Melbourne to Cairns, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Melbourne to Cairns is $79. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cairns more expensive than Melbourne to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cairns costs an average of 2.62 USD , 28% cheaper than Melbourne, with a fare of 3.62 USD,
while train tickets cost 9% less at Cairns: $ 3.55 USD versus $ 3.90 USD at Melbourne.
Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 15.60 USD euros in Cairns, 12% less than the 17.73 USD euros in Melbourne.
The price of the coffee is around 16% more expensive in Cairns, with an average of 4.43 USD , while in Melbourne the coffee costs 3.83 USD.
When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Melbourne to Cairns?
The most popular months to book a trip from Melbourne to Cairns are January, September and February, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Melbourne to Cairns?
The best time of the year to visit Cairns depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, July is the best month to fly to Cairns from Melbourne in terms of searches from our customers, followed by December and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds August, October and May are the months with fewer searches for Melbourne - Cairns.

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