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  4. Melbourne - Cairns

Book cheap flights from Melbourne to Cairns from $115

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Sat, 2 May - Wed, 6 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
252$
246$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 9 May - Sat, 16 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
254$
248$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, 21 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
255$
249$
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Fri, 10 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
261$
255$
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Tue, 26 May - Fri, 29 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
CNS - MEL
277$
270$
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Wed, 3 June - Mon, 8 June
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
Virgin Australia
Virgin AustraliaDirect
CNS - MEL
280$
273$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, 26 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
-12 %
130$
115$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 10 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
128$
117$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 11 Apr
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
127$
124$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 1 June
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
-11 %
139$
124$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 23 Apr
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
127$
124$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, 5 May
Jetstar
JetstarDirect
MEL - CNS
127$
125$
Prime price per passenger
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 in the middle of April. Take advantage of this per
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Airlines that fly from Melbourne to Cairns
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
356$
Jetstar
Jetstar
454$

Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
10%Trains in Cairns are 10% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.50
Cairns$5.00
MealMid-priced restaurant
10%A meal in Cairns is 10% cheaper than a meal in Melbourne.
Melbourne$25.00
Cairns$22.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
30%A taxi fare in Cairns is 30% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.10
Cairns$3.70
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
16%Coffee is 16% more expensive in Cairns than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.38
Cairns$6.25
Distance: 2325 kms
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 kms
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 50 kms
Cairns airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms

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When do you want to depart from Melbourne? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Cairns. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Melbourne to Cairns and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Cairns

How long does the flight take to go from Melbourne to Cairns?
The total flight time between Melbourne and Cairns is of around 4 h and 30 m on average, considering an average distance of 2,324.86 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
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 $294.86. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Melbourne to Cairns at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Melbourne to Cairns is $115. At Opodo 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 expensive to visit compared to Melbourne?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cairns costs an average of 3.70 AUD, 27% cheaper than Melbourne, with a fare of 5.10 AUD,
while train tickets costs 9% less in Cairns: 5.00 AUD against 5.50 AUD in Melbourne.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 22.00 AUD in Cairns, 12% less than the 25.00 AUD in Melbourne.
The price of the coffee is around 16% more expensive in Cairns, with an average of 6.25 AUD , while in Melbourne the coffee costs 5.38 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Melbourne to Cairns?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Melbourne. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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