€150 Cheap Flights Melbourne to Cairns (MEL-CNS)

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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Cairns (MEL-CNS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at €150 for one-way flights and €275 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Mon, 2 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€275 Return, found 2 hours ago
€275
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 2 Feb from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, 7 Feb, priced at €275 found 2 hours ago
Jetstar
Mon, 2 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€275 Return, found 2 hours ago
€275
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 2 Feb from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, 7 Feb, priced at €275 found 2 hours ago
Jetstar
Fri, 5 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€291 Return, found 1 day ago
€291
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 7 Dec, priced at €291 found 1 day ago
Jetstar
Mon, 12 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€299 Return, found 4 days ago
€299
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, 16 Jan, priced at €299 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 12 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€299 Return, found 4 days ago
€299
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, 16 Jan, priced at €299 found 4 days ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 2 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€303 Return, found 2 hours ago
€303
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 2 Feb from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, 7 Feb, priced at €303 found 2 hours ago
Jetstar
Thu, 1 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€311 Return, found 1 day ago
€311
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 1 Jan from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Thu, 22 Jan, priced at €311 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 10 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€318 Return, found 1 day ago
€318
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 10 Dec from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, 2 Jan, priced at €318 found 1 day ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 2 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€326 Return, found 2 hours ago
€326
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 2 Feb from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, 7 Feb, priced at €326 found 2 hours ago
Jetstar
Mon, 12 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
€327 Return, found 4 days ago
€327
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, 16 Jan, priced at €327 found 4 days ago

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From €118 - €200 per traveller.

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 €275. 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.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Qantas Airways
Return price
€274
Distance
2300 km
Average flight time
3 hours 22 mins

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