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Air distance is about 2,313 km. 2 airlines operate this route.
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| Fastest flight duration | 3h 25m · Qantas Airways |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 06:00 · Qantas Airways |
| Last departure of the day | 21:00 · Virgin Australia |
| Options in this snapshot | 70 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 3 |
| Airport codes | Cairns–CNS, Melbourne–MEL |
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Around 70 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 3 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 21:00. The fastest flight takes about 3h 25m.
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from A$793, Afternoon from A$816, Evening from A$962. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Cairns to Melbourne, Saturday shows the lowest fare at A$793. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
The direct air distance between Cairns (CNS) and Melbourne (MEL) is about 2,313 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Yes. 3 non-stop flights are showing on Cairns to Melbourne for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
The quickest non-stop Cairns to Melbourne flight currently loaded takes about 3h 25m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 3h 25m to 3h 30m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
The lowest fare showing on Cairns to Melbourne for the dates currently loaded is A$793. Fares on the same dates run up to A$2,546, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 21:00, local time at Cairns. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 2,313.19 km.
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| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare Today | A$793 | 03/10/2026 | Qantas Airways | 06:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | A$777 | 13/10/2026 | Qantas Airways | 06:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | A$753 | 12/12/2026 | Qantas Airways | 06:00 |
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The aerial distance between Cairns and Melbourne is approximately 2,313 KM. The flight duration ranges from 3H :25 M up to 26H :30 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Around 70 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Cairns at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 21:00. Flights depart from Cairns and land at Tullamarine.
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Cairns to Melbourne |
| Aerial Distance | 2,313 KM |
| Flight Duration | 3H :25 M - 26H :30 M |
| Airport Codes | Cairns - CNS, Melbourne - MEL |
| Total Flights Available | 70 flights (3 direct) |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 06:00 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 21:00 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 21 direct/indirect flights |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 21 direct/indirect flights |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 12 direct/indirect flights |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 15 direct/indirect flights |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 1 direct/indirect flights |