How to Travel from

Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport

by Plane or Car

Australia Cairns Airport Melbourne Airport

Cheapest

32 h 29 min

Car

2775 km.

from $152

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Continue onto Martin Mariner Street

Martin Mariner Street, 74 м

74 м

Continue onto Martin Mariner Street

Martin Mariner Street, 22 м

22 м

Turn slight right onto Mick Borzi Drive

Mick Borzi Drive, 111 м

111 м

At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Mick Borzi Drive

Mick Borzi Drive, 435 м

435 м

At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Airport Avenue

Airport Avenue, 2 km 209 м

2 km 209 м

World Ticket

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Jetstar

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Qantas

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Virgin Australia

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Sharp Aviation

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World Ticket

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Duration 7h

Frequency Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

Estimated price $184.78–$597.83

Jetstar

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Duration 3h 27m

Frequency Every day

Estimated price $81.52–$315.22

Qantas

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Duration 3h 26m

Frequency Every day

Estimated price $81.52–$510.87

Virgin Australia

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Duration 3h 25m

Frequency Every day

Estimated price $103.26–$347.83

Sharp Aviation

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Duration 7h

Frequency Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

Estimated price $184.78–$597.83

Transport for NSW

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Firefly Express

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Greyhound Australia

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SkyBus

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Premier Motor Service

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Transport for NSW

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Duration 14h 10m

Frequency Twice daily

Estimated price $10.33–$28.26

Phone 131 500

Customer Service 131 500

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Firefly Express

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Duration 11h 15m

Frequency Once daily

Estimated price $34.78–$48.91

Phone 1300 730 740

Customer Service 1300 730 740

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Greyhound Australia

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Duration 12h

Frequency Once daily

Estimated price $70.65–$173.91

Phone 1300 473946

Customer Service 1300 473946

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SkyBus

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Duration 1h 10m

Frequency Every 3 hours

Estimated price $10.77

Phone +61 (0)3 9335 2811

Customer Service +61 (0)3 9335 2811

Email [email protected]

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Premier Motor Service

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Duration 29h 5m

Frequency Once daily

Estimated price $108.70–$163.04

Phone 13 34 10

Customer Service 13 34 10

Email [email protected]

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NSW TrainLink XPT

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V/Line

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Queensland Rail Travel

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Journey Beyond - Great Southern

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NSW TrainLink XPT

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Duration 10h 17m

Frequency Twice daily

Estimated price $39.13–$152.17

Phone 131 500

Customer Service 131 500

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V/Line

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Duration 1h 26m

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $4.46–$5.98

Phone 1800 800 007

Customer Service 1800 800 007

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Queensland Rail Travel

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Duration 25h 20m

Frequency 4 times a week

Estimated price $51.09–$3,689.22

Phone 1800 872 467

Customer Service 1800 872 467

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Journey Beyond - Great Southern

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Duration 46h 30m

Frequency Twice a week

Estimated price $2,095.54–$2,717.33

Phone 1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)

Customer Service 1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)

Email [email protected]

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What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which costs $81.52 - $260.87 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The fastest way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $81.52 - $260.87 .

How far is it from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 2314 km. The road distance is 2810.3 km.

How do I travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 2 days 5h and costs $97.83 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers and time at the airport.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $81.52 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $97.83 - $3913.04 and takes 2 days 5h, you could also bus, which costs $217.39 - $434.78 and takes 2 days 13h.

How long is the flight from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The quickest flight from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 3h 25m.

What is the time difference between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1h ahead of Cairns Airport (CNS). It is currently 18:38 in Cairns Airport (CNS) and 19:38 in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Can I drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 2810 km. It takes approximately 33h 22m to drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Which airlines fly from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport Airport?

Virgin Australia, Qantas and Jetstar offer flights from Cairns Airport to Melbourne Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 3816+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL). Prices start at $74.70 per night.

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