Cheap Flights from Cairns to Melbourne Starting at $76

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$76

Jetstar
Jetstar
Direct flight
3h 25m
07/31/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Cairns to Melbourne departs on 07/31/2025, is operated by Jetstar and costs $76

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Cairns to Melbourne

The fastest flight

3h 25m

Fastest flight from Cairns to Melbourne takes 3h 25m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Sa

Earliest flight

10:20 AM

Latest flight

9:30 PM

Average flight duration

3h 30m

Direct flights count

53

Distance

2329km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Cairns and Melbourne is 2329km (1444 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 30m. There are 53 direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne. Cairns and Melbourne are in the same time zone. Flights from Cairns begin at 10:20 AM. The latest flight from Cairns departs at 9:30 PM.

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Airfare from Cairns to Melbourne by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Melbourne

May 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$81
October 2025
Highest price
on average:
$114
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Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Cairns — Melbourne route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Jetstar
Jetstar

Starting at $76

Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia

Starting at $114

Direct Flights from Cairns to Melbourne

A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Cairns to Melbourne, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

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Schedule of direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Cairns to Melbourne:

Jetstar

Jetstar

Every day

Starting at $90

Cairns airports overview

CNS
Cairns Airport
Virgin Australia
Jetstar
Airlines flying to this airport
$71
Starting at
$102
on average

Melbourne airports overview

MEL
Tullamarine Airport
Virgin Australia
Jetstar
Airlines flying to this airport
$71
Starting at
$102
on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Melbourne?

The cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Melbourne according to data for the last 48 hours costs $76

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Cairns — Melbourne?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Cairns to Melbourne is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Cairns to Melbourne can be found flying in these months: May, June, December.

How long does it take to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?

The fastest flights from Cairns to Melbourne start from 3 hours 25 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Cairns to Melbourne?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Cairns — Melbourne:

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Cairns to Melbourne

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