£61 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 £61 for one-way flights and £142 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Fri, 3 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£142 Return, found 9 hours ago
£142
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 3 Oct from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 5 Oct, priced at £142 found 9 hours ago
Jetstar
Thu, 13 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£146 Return, found 3 days ago
£146
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 13 Nov from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, 14 Nov, priced at £146 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Thu, 13 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£156 Return, found 3 days ago
£156
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 13 Nov from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, 14 Nov, priced at £156 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 14 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£161 Return, found 21 hours ago
£161
Return
found 21 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 14 Nov from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, 15 Nov, priced at £161 found 21 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 13 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£163 Return, found 3 days ago
£163
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 13 Nov from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Fri, 14 Nov, priced at £163 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Fri, 3 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£171 Return, found 9 hours ago
£171
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 3 Oct from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 5 Oct, priced at £171 found 9 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 3 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£178 Return, found 9 hours ago
£178
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 3 Oct from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 5 Oct, priced at £178 found 9 hours ago
Jetstar
Fri, 8 Aug - Sat, 9 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£180 Return, found 3 days ago
£180
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 8 Aug from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sat, 9 Aug, priced at £180 found 3 days ago
Virgin Australia
Fri, 3 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£183 Return, found 9 hours ago
£183
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, 3 Oct from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Sun, 5 Oct, priced at £183 found 9 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Wed, 7 May - Wed, 14 May
MEL
Melbourne
CNS
Cairns
£324 Return, found 1 day ago
£324
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 7 May from Melbourne to Cairns, returning Wed, 14 May, priced at £324 found 1 day ago
Flight from Melbourne to Cairns route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Jetstar, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
£141
Distance
2300 km

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For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Melbourne to Cairns. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Cairns Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Tullamarine (MEL) to Cairns Intl. (CNS) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Cairns today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl. start at just £142 and range up to £324.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Melbourne and Cairns
  • booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Melbourne to Cairns flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Tullamarine to Cairns Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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 £142. 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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