Question 1

How long does a flight from Melbourne to Cairns take?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Melbourne generally make it to Cairns in 3h 20m. The flying distance between the two cities is 3,719 km. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Cairns per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 7 and 8 nonstop flights that take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Cairns, with an average flight time of 3h 22m. The most common departure time is 6:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 53 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns was C$ 77 for a one-way ticket and C$ 154 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

Which airlines fly most frequently between Melbourne and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne and Cairns are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Jetstar (28 flights per week), Virgin Australia (18 flights per week), and Qantas Airways (7 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What’s the earliest departure time from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 6:15 am and will be landing in Cairns at 9:40 am.

Question 6

What’s the latest departure time from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns jets off at 7:45 pm and lands at 11:05 pm.

Question 7

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Cairns flight route.

Question 8

Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Cairns, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 9

On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Melbourne to Cairns on a daily basis.

Question 10

Is there a hotel near the airport in Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Yes – if you are considering booking a hotel close to the airport, check out The Lakes Cairns Resort & Spa or the Comfort Inn Discovery Cairns. Both of them are located a few minutes’ drive from the airport and provide transfers for an additional fee. For those who are travelling on a budget, Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort near the terminal building might be a better option.

Question 11

Can I hire a car at Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can choose from six car rental companies with counters in the Arrivals Hall at Cairns Airport. It is possible to check the full list of companies on the airport website and contact them to make all the necessary arrangements before your flight from Melbourne to Cairns.

Question 12

Are there any shops at the airport in Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are a number of shops operating at the airport in Cairns, which between them sell a wide range of products. You will easily find snacks, travel accessories, cosmetics, reading material, souvenirs, electronics and some items of clothing.

Question 13

What are the transportation options available at the Cairns Airport?

Accepted Answer

The most convenient option for getting to your final destination from the airport is to book a hotel that offers airport transfers, but if this is not possible you can use the Sun Palm shuttle, which will drop you off in front of your hotel. To book the shuttle, simply look for the Sun Palm welcome desks at the airport. Passengers who prefer public transportation can catch the Airport Connect bus (a ticket costs $6) and then connect to a Translink bus costing around $2.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is March, where tickets cost C$ 223 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 420 and C$ 402 respectively.

Question 15

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Cairns. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Cairns-CNS'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 20

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Cairns were found on Jetstar (C$ 211) and Virgin Australia (C$ 320).

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns, you should book around 7 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns is March, where tickets cost C$ 223 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 420 and C$ 402 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns, you should book around 7 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Cairns were found on Jetstar (C$ 211) and Virgin Australia (C$ 320).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Melbourne and Cairns?

Melbourne and Cairns are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Jetstar (28 flights per week), Virgin Australia (18 flights per week), and Qantas Airways (7 flights per week).

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Cairns?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Cairns per day?

How long does a flight from Melbourne to Cairns take?

Nonstop flights from Melbourne generally make it to Cairns in 3h 20m. The flying distance between the two cities is 3,719 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Melbourne to Cairns?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 6:15 am and will be landing in Cairns at 9:40 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Melbourne to Cairns?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns jets off at 7:45 pm and lands at 11:05 pm.

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Is there a hotel near the airport in Cairns?

Can I hire a car at Cairns Airport?

Yes, you can choose from six car rental companies with counters in the Arrivals Hall at Cairns Airport. It is possible to check the full list of companies on the airport website and contact them to make all the necessary arrangements before your flight from Melbourne to Cairns.

Are there any shops at the airport in Cairns?

Yes, there are a number of shops operating at the airport in Cairns, which between them sell a wide range of products. You will easily find snacks, travel accessories, cosmetics, reading material, souvenirs, electronics and some items of clothing.

What are the transportation options available at the Cairns Airport?

What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns was C$ 77 for a one-way ticket and C$ 154 for a round-trip.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Cairns?

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Cairns flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Cairns, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Cairns?

There are direct flights from Melbourne to Cairns on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Cairns.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Cairns?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Cairns?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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