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Cheapest Airline Jetstar Airways

The cheapest airline(s) flying from Melbourne to Cairns is Jetstar Airways.

  • Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways
  • Regional Express Airlines Regional Express Airlines
  • Qantas Qantas
Cheapest Month June

Travel Period: May 2024 - April 2025

The cheapest month(s) to fly from Melbourne to Cairns is June.

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Cheapest Day of the Week Tuesday

The cheapest day(s) of the week to fly from Melbourne to Cairns is Tuesday.

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Cheapest Time 6am

The cheapest time of the day to fly from Melbourne to Cairns is in the early morning.

Early Morning 12:01am - 06:00am
Morning 6:01am - 12:00pm
Afternoon 12:01pm - 6:00pm
Evening 6:01pm to 12:00am
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Flight Schedules

Last Updated: Tue, 2 Apr, 2024

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  • 11:20 - 14:40
    MEL - CNS
  • 11:20 (MEL)Melbourne Airport
  • 14:40 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Jetstar Airways (JQ 940)Airbus
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  • 14:55 - 18:15
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  • 14:55 (MEL)Melbourne Airport
  • 18:15 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Jetstar Airways (JQ 942)Airbus
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  • 16:15 - 19:35
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  • 16:15 (MEL)Melbourne Airport
  • 19:35 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Qantas (QF 704)Boeing 737 800
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  • 18:35 - 21:55
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  • 18:35 (MEL)Melbourne Airport
  • 21:55 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Jetstar Airways (JQ 946)Airbus
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  • 06:00 - 09:20
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  • 06:00 (MEL)Melbourne Airport
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  • Jetstar Airways (JQ 938)Airbus
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  • 09:45 - 13:05
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  • 09:45 (MEL)Melbourne Airport
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  • Qantas (QF 702)Boeing 737 800
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Connecting Flights

  • 12:20 - 14:30
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    17:25 - 19:50
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  • 12:20 (MEL)Melbourne Airport
    17:25 (BNE)Brisbane Airport
  • 14:30 (BNE)Brisbane Airport
    19:50 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Qantas (QF 616)Boeing 737 800
    Qantas (QF 1886)Embraer Emb E90
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  • 08:10 (BNE)Brisbane Airport
    12:05 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Qantas (QF 600)Boeing 737 800
    Qantas (QF 708)Boeing 737 800
  • 6h 05m (1h 30m)
  • BNE Brisbane 1h 30m
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    11:30 (BNE)Brisbane Airport
  • 09:10 (BNE)Brisbane Airport
    13:55 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Qantas (QF 604)Boeing 737 800
    Qantas (QF 710)Boeing 737 800
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  • 09:10 (BNE)Brisbane Airport
    13:55 (CNS)Cairns Airport
  • Qantas (QF 604)Boeing 737 800
    Qantas (QF 1882)Embraer Emb E90
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What’s the fastest flight time from Melbourne to Cairns?

The fastest flight time for direct flights from Melbourne to Cairns is 3 hours 20 minutes. Check latest flight schedules & prices on Wego.

How far is Cairns from Melbourne?

The flight distance between Melbourne and Cairns is 2325km. Check all available flights on Wego.

When is the earliest and latest flight of the day?

The earliest flight of the day departs at 06:00. The last flight of the day departs at 11:20. See the full list of flight times on Wego.

How many airlines offer direct flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

There are 2 airlines that offer direct flights from Melbourne to Cairns. Find out the list of airlines on Wego.