₹11,544 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 ₹11,544 for one-way flights and ₹23,174 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Tue, 16 Dec - Sun, 21 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹23,174 Return, found 1 day ago
₹23,174
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, 16 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 21 Dec, priced at ₹23,174 found 1 day ago
Virgin Australia
Mon, 1 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹23,294 Return, found 3 days ago
₹23,294
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, 1 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, 10 Dec, priced at ₹23,294 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 14 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹23,332 Return, found 14 hours ago
₹23,332
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 14 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at ₹23,332 found 14 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 22 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹23,772 Return, found 20 hours ago
₹23,772
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 22 Jan from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 29 Jan, priced at ₹23,772 found 20 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹24,068 Return, found 2 days ago
₹24,068
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 9 Jan from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Tue, 13 Jan, priced at ₹24,068 found 2 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 22 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹24,217 Return, found 20 hours ago
₹24,217
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 22 Jan from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 29 Jan, priced at ₹24,217 found 20 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Sun, 14 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹24,657 Return, found 14 hours ago
₹24,657
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sun, 14 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 18 Dec, priced at ₹24,657 found 14 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 20 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹26,088 Return, found 5 days ago
₹26,088
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 20 Mar from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, 1 Apr, priced at ₹26,088 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹27,650 Return, found 1 day ago
₹27,650
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu, 5 Feb from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 12 Feb, priced at ₹27,650 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
₹27,652 Return, found 1 day ago
₹27,652
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 5 Feb from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 12 Feb, priced at ₹27,652 found 1 day ago

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Alternative airports near Cairns

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Cairns Intl. CNS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 8 minutes. Flights from ₹29,174
CNS
Cairns Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city centre8 min
Flights from ₹29,174
Flight from Melbourne to Cairns route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
₹23,174
Distance
2300 km
Average flight time
2 hours 22 mins

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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 ₹23,174. 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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