Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Cairns, Virgin Australia or Jetstar?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Cairns are Virgin Australia and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $342 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $215 and an overall rating of 6.5.

Question 2

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 1,436 miles.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 7 and 9 nonstop flights that take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Cairns, with an average flight time of 3h 23m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 59 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 7 and 9 nonstop flights that take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Cairns, with an average flight time of 3h 23m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 59 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns was $91 for a one-way ticket and $172 for a round-trip.

Question 6

Do I need a passport to fly between Melbourne and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

Question 7

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 (32 flights per week), Virgin Australia (18 flights per week), and Qantas Airways (9 flights per week).

Question 8

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 (32 flights per week), Virgin Australia (18 flights per week), and Qantas Airways (9 flights per week).

Question 9

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Melbourne to Cairns, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Cairns, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

Question 10

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Melbourne to Cairns, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Cairns, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 6:25 am and will be landing in Cairns at 9:50 am.

Question 12

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 7:15 pm and lands at 10:40 pm.

Question 13

Which airlines fly non-stop between Melbourne Airport and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Melbourne Airport to Cairns. They are Jetstar and Virgin Australia. The cheapest airline for this route is Virgin Australia, with the best round-trip deal found costing $93. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 14

Which airlines fly non-stop between Melbourne Airport and Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Melbourne Airport to Cairns. They are Jetstar and Virgin Australia. The cheapest airline for this route is Virgin Australia, with the best round-trip deal found costing $93. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 15

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 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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 18

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 19

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 20

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 21

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 February, where tickets cost $178 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $307 and $267 respectively.

Question 22

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 February, where tickets cost $178 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $307 and $267 respectively.

Question 23

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.

Question 24

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 travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 25

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. Booking your flights between Melbourne and CNS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

Question 26

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.

Question 27

How often are flights from Melbourne to Cairns delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Melbourne and Cairns historically see delays in approximately 18% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 106 minutes.

Question 28

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Cairns flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Qantas Airways have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 12% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 29

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Wednesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 30

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Cairns flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 33

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Cairns were found on Jetstar ($172) and Virgin Australia ($265).

Question 34

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Cairns were found on Jetstar ($172) and Virgin Australia ($265).

Question 35

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 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Question 36

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 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Question 37

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $287 on average.

Question 38

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $287 on average.

Question 39

How much is a round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Cairns from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $197 and $385 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $172 on Jetstar (Sep 29-Oct 6).

Question 40

What are the most popular airlines flying to Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Cairns is Jetstar, followed by Virgin Australia.

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