₹9,645 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ₹9,645 for one-way flights and ₹19,285 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Wed, 24 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹19,285 Return, found 3 days ago
₹19,285
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 24 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 28 Dec, priced at ₹19,285 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹19,294 Return, found 2 days ago
₹19,294
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 16 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Tue, 30 Dec, priced at ₹19,294 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 24 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹20,555 Return, found 3 days ago
₹20,555
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 24 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 28 Dec, priced at ₹20,555 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹20,569 Return, found 2 days ago
₹20,569
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 16 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Tue, 30 Dec, priced at ₹20,569 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 28 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹21,639 Return, found 2 days ago
₹21,639
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 28 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 1 Jan, priced at ₹21,639 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 24 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹22,690 Return, found 3 days ago
₹22,690
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 24 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 28 Dec, priced at ₹22,690 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹22,704 Return, found 2 days ago
₹22,704
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 16 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Tue, 30 Dec, priced at ₹22,704 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹23,830 Return, found 2 days ago
₹23,830
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 16 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Tue, 30 Dec, priced at ₹23,830 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Wed, 24 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹23,965 Return, found 3 days ago
₹23,965
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, 24 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 28 Dec, priced at ₹23,965 found 3 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sun, 17 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹44,615 Return, found 6 days ago
₹44,615
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 17 Aug from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Mon, 25 Aug, priced at ₹44,615 found 6 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ₹11,957 - ₹23,473 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Melbourne to Cairns route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
₹19,285
Distance
2300 km
Average flight time
3 hours 22 mins

Melbourne to Cairns Flights

Sometimes you just need to get out of town or maybe you’re looking for a change of scenery. Regardless of the reason, a flight from Melbourne to Cairns will do just the trick! Go on, plan to see all the famous landmarks and eat your weight in the local cuisine. Your trip is beckoning, so answer the call by packing your suitcase and filling your travel itinerary with exploring Cairns.

Whether you’re flying for business or jet-setting on your personal time, you’ve come to the right place. Here at Expedia.com, we’ll pair you up with MEL to CNS flights that won’t make your bank account wince. Ready to temporarily leave behind Melbourne for new horizons? Browse through our cheap airfare, and filter by flight times and dates until you find just what you had in mind. From flights without layovers to ones that arrive early in the morning, you’ll come across plane tickets that suit your travel preferences. You can even bundle your flight to CNS with hotels and car rentals to score even bigger savings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Tullamarine Airport to Cairns Airport?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from MEL to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) is ₹19,285. But you better act fast. This figure is taken from fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Tullamarine Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the simple instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CNS that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Tullamarine Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from MEL to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Around 2,300 kilometres separates Melbourne and Cairns, so pack some in-flight entertainment to keep you occupied for a couple of hours. That gripping novel you've yet to start will do the trick.
Which airlines fly direct from MEL to CNS?
Jetstar (JQ) is one of the preferred choices for travellers jetting between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Cairns Airport. Take your pick of the 99 flights it offers on this route each month. Another carrier servicing this route is Virgin Australia (VA). You'll have 65 flights each month to select from.
Are Tullamarine Airport to Cairns Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices go up and down like a yo-yo, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute deals between MEL and Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) are of course possible, it's also a good idea to keep a close eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers publish their prices up to a year ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to grab your seat when the price is right.

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