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Cheapest flights to Cairns

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Flying from Melbourne to Cairns: things to know

The most popular route is from Melbourne Airport in Melbourne to Cairns Airport in Cairns. On average this flight takes 3 hours 28 minutes one way and costs US$738 for the round trip.

Most popular route
Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Average flight time
3 hours 28 minutes
Average round-trip price
US$738
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Airlines that fly from Melbourne to Cairns

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  • Jetstar Airways
  • Virgin Australia
  • Qantas Airways
  • Singapore Airlines
  • Emirates
  • Air Berlin
  • Regional Express

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