Cheap Flights from Cairns to Melbourne
Round-trip economy fares between Cairns (CNS) and Melbourne (MEL) average A$321 across the year. Book for June and typical prices fall to A$250. The 2,313 km hop takes about 3.3 hours non-stop, and the nicest window to visit Melbourne is October – April (southern summer; March for festivals).
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A$238 −5% vs. seasonal low
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Average round-trip economy fare by departure month. June is the statistical sweet spot at A$250.
| Month | Avg. round-trip | vs. yearly average |
|---|---|---|
| January | A$398 | +A$77 |
| February | A$353 | +A$32 |
| March | A$334 | +A$13 |
| April | A$302 | −A$19 |
| May | A$270 | −A$51 |
| June Cheapest | A$250 | −A$71 |
| July | A$257 | −A$64 |
| August | A$276 | −A$45 |
| September | A$302 | −A$19 |
| October | A$334 | +A$13 |
| November | A$353 | +A$32 |
| December | A$411 | +A$90 |
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Cairns to Melbourne flight FAQs
- What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Melbourne?
- June is typically cheapest, with round-trips from A$250 — about A$71 under the yearly average of A$321.
- How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne?
- Non-stop services cover the 2,313 km route in roughly 3.3 hours.
- When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
- October – April (southern summer; March for festivals). Entry requirements: ETA / eVisitor authorisation required before boarding.