Melbourne to Cairns Flight Schedule — Daily Timetable & Departure Times
Melbourne to Cairns Daily Flight Schedule — Today's Timetable
| Flight | Airline | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Aircraft | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JQ-34 | JQ | 6:25 AM | 9:45 AM | 3h 20m | A321neo | Direct |
| VA-1291 | VA | 6:25 AM | 9:50 AM | 3h 25m | 73W | Direct |
| QF-702 | QF | 8:25 AM | 11:50 AM | 3h 25m | B737-800 | Direct |
| VA-1293 | VA | 9:35 AM | 1:00 PM | 3h 25m | B737 MAX 8 | Direct |
| JQ-948 | JQ | 5:25 PM | 8:50 PM | 3h 25m | A320ceo | Direct |
| JQ-946 | JQ | 7:15 PM | 10:40 PM | 3h 25m | A320ceo | Direct |
Airlines Flying Melbourne to Cairns
The following airlines operate direct flights on the Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS) route:
JQ operates 3 flights daily on this route using A320ceo, A321neo aircraft.
VA operates 2 flights daily on this route using B737 MAX 8, 73W aircraft.
QF operates 1 flight daily on this route using B737-800 aircraft.
Melbourne to Cairns Flight Time & Route Information
Flights from Melbourne to Cairns depart from Melbourne Airport (MEL) and arrive at CNS Airport (CNS). The first flight of the day departs at 6:25 AM and the last flight departs at 7:15 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Melbourne to Cairns Flight Schedule
How many flights operate from Melbourne to Cairns daily?
6 flights operate from Melbourne to Cairns daily. Airlines on this route include JQ, VA, QF.
What is the first flight from Melbourne to Cairns?
The first flight from Melbourne to Cairns is JQ-34 operated by JQ, departing at 6:25 AM.
What is the last flight from Melbourne to Cairns?
The last flight from Melbourne to Cairns is JQ-946 operated by JQ, departing at 7:15 PM.
Which airlines fly from Melbourne to Cairns?
JQ, VA, QF operate flights on the Melbourne to Cairns route. Use HappyFares to compare fares across all airlines and book the cheapest ticket.
What is the Melbourne to Cairns flight schedule today?
Today's Melbourne to Cairns flight schedule has 6 flights. Departures range from 6:25 AM (JQ JQ-34) to 7:15 PM (JQ JQ-946).
How to check Melbourne to Cairns live flight status?
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What is the cheapest Melbourne to Cairns flight ticket?
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