$81 Cheap flights from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl. (MEL to CNS)

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Affordable Airfare Tickets from MEL to CNS Airport

The cheapest flights to Cairns Intl. found within the past 7 days were $265 round trip and $81 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 22
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$265 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $265 found 16 hours ago
Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 22
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$279 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $279 found 16 hours ago
Sat, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 31
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$285 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Sat, Dec 20 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $285 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 22
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$286 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $286 found 16 hours ago
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$298 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $298 found 2 days ago
Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 22
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$300 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $300 found 16 hours ago
Tue, May 6 - Sat, May 10
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$303 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$303
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, May 6 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, May 10, priced at $303 found 3 days ago
Thu, May 8 - Wed, May 14
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$310 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $310 found 3 days ago
Mon, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 26
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$314 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$314
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $314 found 13 hours ago
Tue, May 20 - Thu, May 22
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
$317 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $317 found 4 days ago

Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CNS?
Begin your trip in the calmest way possible and jet straight to CNS from Tullamarine Airport. Jetstar and Virgin Australia are among the airlines that offer nonstop services on this route.
How long is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to CNS?
With the flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CNS taking on average 3 hours and 21 minutes, there will be time to get lots of things done in the air. Make good use of the trip by bringing that novel you always wanted to read, exploring the in-flight entertainment or having a good snooze. You may even find you’re able to squeeze in all three before landing.
What is the flight distance from Tullamarine Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
With a flight distance of 1,450 mi separating MEL and Cairns Airport, you’re going to be in the air for a decent amount of time. It’s a great opportunity to get engrossed in a movie, catch up on your emails or just sit back with a book.
What airlines fly from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport?
There are a couple of airlines with direct flights from MEL to Cairns Airport. Jetstar (JQ) is one of the most reputable, offering roughly 121 flights every month. If that’s not enough for you, consider the deals on offer from Virgin Australia (VA). This airline has 91 flights every month. Between the two, you’re sure to find the flight that’s perfect for you.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from Melbourne to Cairns

 

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Traveling To
Cairns Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$265

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Tullamarine Airport to Cairns Airport


Origin:
MEL - Tullamarine Airport
Destination:
CNS - Cairns Airport
Distance:
1,445.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on MEL to CNS Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
Jetstar
Boeing 737-500 pax
Qantas
Airbus A320-100/200
Tigerair Australia
Canadair Regional Jet
Virgin Australia
Boeing 777-200LR

Discover our best flights from Melbourne MEL to Cairns CNS. 

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Find our best return flights from Melbourne MEL to Cairns CNS at the right price  

Airfares to Cairns CNS from Melbourne MEL currently cost between $265 and $317. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Melbourne MEL to Cairns CNS 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Melbourne MEL to Cairns CNS on Travelocity starting at $81. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Cairns CNS from Melbourne MEL quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Cairns faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to CNS from MEL to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

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Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Melbourne MEL to Cairns CNS today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, October is usually the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne MEL to Cairns CNS. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Cairns CNS from Melbourne MEL 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.