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Cheap flights from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL) from $107

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — MEL
May 23 — May 301
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The best prices from Cairns to Melbourne are usually found in April or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 18, 2024.

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One-way from

$231
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Tuesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Melbourne Airport.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 51 days in advance to save up to 86% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 51 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $293, or $310 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Cairns. Users have commonly found prices around $265 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $115. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (CNS - MEL)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Melbourne Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Jetstar flights traveling from Cairns to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 6/297:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 7/163:05 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$229
Thu 6/66:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Tue 6/182:25 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$281
Fri 5/316:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Mon 6/36:40 amMEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$363
Fri 5/3110:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 6/36:40 amMEL - CNS
1 stop7h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$419
Fri 5/3110:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 6/36:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$507

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights we've found at this time heading from Cairns to Melbourne. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sat 6/2911:50 amCNS - MEL
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 7/149:30 amMEL - CNS
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$293
Tue 5/281:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/3011:10 amMEL - CNS
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$301
Thu 5/236:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/2612:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$321
Tue 5/281:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/306:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$366
Thu 5/231:00 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/2612:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$409
Fri 10/116:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Tue 10/155:30 pmMEL - CNS
2 stops6h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$416
Fri 5/317:15 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop13h 20mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/34:30 pmMEL - CNS
2 stops7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$457
Fri 10/119:20 amCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Mon 10/145:30 pmMEL - CNS
2 stops6h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$464
Tue 5/281:00 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/306:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$468

Cheap Cairns to Melbourne flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Melbourne specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Prices were last updated on May 18, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 6/1512:00 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/182:25 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/18$286
Sun 6/24:35 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 6/99:30 amMEL - CNS
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/18$293
Sat 6/1512:00 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/186:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$298
Tue 5/281:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/3011:10 amMEL - CNS
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$301
Thu 5/236:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/2612:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$321
Sat 6/159:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop13h 25mJetstar
Tue 6/186:40 amMEL - CNS
2 stops14h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/18$353
Sat 6/157:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/186:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$354
Tue 5/281:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/306:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$366
Thu 5/231:00 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/2612:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$409

Cairns to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 12/87:45 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/114:30 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/18$272
Sat 6/1512:00 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop8h 15mJetstar
Tue 6/182:25 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/18$286
Sun 6/24:35 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 6/99:30 amMEL - CNS
1 stop6h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/18$293
Sat 6/1512:00 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/186:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$298
Sun 12/87:45 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/118:10 amMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/18$300
Tue 5/281:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/3011:10 amMEL - CNS
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$301
Thu 5/236:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/2612:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$321
Sun 12/811:40 amCNS - MEL
1 stop9h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/116:10 amMEL - CNS
1 stop5h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$345
Sun 12/89:10 amCNS - MEL
1 stop10h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 12/113:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/18$346

Non-stop flights to Melbourne from Cairns

Discover non-stop flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Cairns to Melbourne, check out these fares. Search for alternative flights from Cairns to Melbourne by utilizing the search form above.
Sat 6/297:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Tue 7/163:05 pmMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$229
Sat 6/157:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/186:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$354
Tue 5/281:00 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/306:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$468
Fri 5/3110:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Mon 6/36:00 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 20mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$507

Cairns to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cairns to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Cairns to Melbourne. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Tue 5/281:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/3011:10 amMEL - CNS
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$301
Thu 5/236:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/2612:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$321
Tue 5/281:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/306:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$366
Thu 5/231:00 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/2612:10 pmMEL - CNS
1 stop8h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$409
Tue 5/281:00 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 5/306:25 amMEL - CNS
Nonstop3h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$468
Thu 5/231:15 pmCNS - MEL
2 stops43h 20mRex
Sun 5/267:00 amMEL - CNS
2 stops33h 55mRex
Deal found 5/17$617

One-way flights to Melbourne from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Cairns to Melbourne. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Cairns to Melbourne instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 9/287:05 pmCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/16$107
Thu 6/277:00 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 30mJetstar
Deal found 5/17$117
Tue 6/44:00 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/18$132
Tue 6/410:10 amCNS - MEL
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/18$135
Thu 10/1711:50 amCNS - MEL
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/17$139
Mon 6/171:50 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/18$147
Thu 5/236:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop6h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/18$154
Fri 5/316:00 amCNS - MEL
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$158
Sat 9/286:55 pmCNS - MEL
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Deal found 5/16$170

Find flights from Cairns to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,634,509 searches. Data last updated May 18, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$229 - $582

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 6/29

Nonstop3h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 7/16

Nonstop3h 20m

$229

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 6/6

1 stop8h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 6/18

1 stop8h 25m

$281

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Sat 6/29

1 stop5h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 7/14

1 stop6h 25m

$293

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Tue 5/28

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 5/30

1 stop9h 00m

$301

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 5/31

1 stop8h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 6/3

1 stop7h 45m

$363

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Tue 5/28

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 5/30

Nonstop3h 25m

$366

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 10/11

1 stop6h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 10/15

2 stops6h 50m

$416

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Fri 5/31

Nonstop3h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 6/3

1 stop7h 45m

$419

CairnsMelbourne

CNS - MEL

CNSMEL

Cairns

Thu 6/6

2 stops8h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 6/18

2 stops32h 00m

$582

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/17

When is the best time to book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cairns to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Melbourne is currently $140 while a round-trip flight costs $361. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,083). Flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,806). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,497

February

$1,156

March

$1,083

April

$1,397

May

$1,460

June

$1,576

July

$1,806

August

$1,505

September

$1,485

October

$1,555

November

$1,469

December

$1,699

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated May 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Rex from Cairns to Melbourne. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
642 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
632 reviews
Rex
9.2
Wonderful
26 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

9.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Cairns (CNS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cairns to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Cairns; the airport handles an average of 13 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Cairns airport to Melbourne. It is only a 2.8 mi journey to Cairns (CNS) from Cairns’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $229, but on average you can expect to pay $395.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is less than $389.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cairns to Melbourne Airport for under $400?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($229), Virgin Australia ($293), and Rex ($582) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Melbourne Airport. Jetstar is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $107. Users have also found prices from $139 and $196 on Virgin Australia and Rex, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cairns to Melbourne Airport on time: Alliance Airlines (100%), Cathay Pacific (100%), Air New Zealand (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Melbourne Airport?

    While on average a flight from Cairns to Melbourne Airport is generally $373, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $117. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $331 for that flight.

  • What does CNS to MEL mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while MEL stands for Melbourne Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/18.

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Top airline flying from Cairns to Melbourne

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Hourly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne

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Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Melbourne

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