Cairns to Melbourne flight distance & time (CNS-MEL)
How far is Cairns from Melbourne by plane? The great circle distance from Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) is 2,305 km / 1,245 nm, about 2h 59m flight time, with an initial heading of 182° (S).
| From | Cairns International Airport (CNS), Cairns, AU |
|---|---|
| To | Melbourne International Airport (MEL), Melbourne, AU |
| Distance | 2,305 km · 1,245 nm · 1,432 mi |
| Initial heading | 182° (S) |
Airlines on this route
- Jetstar Airways (JQ)
- Pacific Blue (DJ)
- Polynesian Blue (DJ)
- Qantas (QF)
- Virgin Australia (DJ)
- Virgin Blue (DJ)
Aircraft with enough range to fly CNS to MEL nonstop
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is Cairns from Melbourne?
- The great circle distance between Cairns and Melbourne is 2,305 km (1,245 nm / 1,432 mi).
- How long is the flight from Cairns to Melbourne?
- A direct flight from CNS to MEL takes about 2h 59m, based on a typical jet cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft type and wind - see the aircraft list above for type-specific estimates.
- Is there a nonstop flight from Cairns to Melbourne?
- Yes - 6 airlines currently operate this route, see the list above.