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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around ₹ 16,054, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Cairns in February, then you should wait until April to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of ₹ 19,282.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was ₹ 0. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Cairns for around ₹ 26,890.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cairns?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Cairns is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as ₹ 0. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around ₹ 27,269 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport when booking 52 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cairns for around ₹ 21,901 when searching 52 days out. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Cairns at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as ₹ 1,587,418 in the past 72 hours.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Cairns flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Cairns flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for Melbourne Airport to Cairns flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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  • How far is Melbourne to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Cairns is 2307.1 km.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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  • Jetstar Flights From Melbourne Airport to Cairns

    Jetstar operates around 27 flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been ₹ 317, but momondo users have found Jetstar deals from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from as low as ₹ 153 round-trip. Jetstar has been scored 6.6/10 in 483 reviews.


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