Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (AVV)

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Cairns to Melbourne Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (AVV)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Cairns to Melbourne flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top CNS to AVV routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Cairns Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
CNS
Traveling To
Avalon
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
AVV
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
Address:
Avalon VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
AVV
Longitude:
144.473084
Latitude:
-38.026372
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney
Address:
Cairns QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
CNS
Longitude:
145.754041
Latitude:
-16.876538
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane

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Find cheap airfares to Melbourne from Cairns 

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Great places to stay after flight from Cairns to Melbourne

Little River Bed & Breakfast

Little River Bed & Breakfast

4 out of 5
16 Flinders St Little River VIC
The price is AU$194 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$194
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Freshwater Swamp-Little River Wildlife Reserve and ...
Little River Bed & Breakfast
Lara Lodge

Lara Lodge

3.5 out of 5
325 Forest Road North Lara VIC
Stay at this cabin in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and patios. Popular attractions Serendip Sanctuary and Kevin Hoffman Walk are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
Cabin was set out very comfortable

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Lara Lodge
Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
218-230 Princes Highway Corio VIC
The price is AU$135 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$135
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Waterworld are ...
8/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)
Was put into a room, unlocked room to find it hadn’t been cleaned yet. So went back to reception and was given another room. Fan in bathroom was full of dust and cobwebs. Fridge made an annoying noise during the night. Shower had a leak. Bed was firm and pillows were uncomfortable. Didn’t feel cared ...

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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