CNS - MQL

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Cheapest return flight
$1,026
Typical prices: $753-$983
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CNS - MQL • 1 stop
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Cheapest • Avg $753 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Mildura (CNS-MQL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Mildura

Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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14:40 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
28h 30m1 stop Melbourne
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06:30 - 22:10MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
16h 40m1 stop Melbourne
$1,026Multiple Airlines
12 hours ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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17:25 - 09:40CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
15h 15m2 stops Brisbane Melbourne
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06:30 - 23:05MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
17h 35m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane
$1,034Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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06:40 - 20:20CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
12h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:30 - 22:10MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
16h 40m1 stop Melbourne
$1,113Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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17:25 - 09:40CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
15h 15m2 stops Brisbane Melbourne
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06:30 - 10:55MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
5h 25m1 stop Melbourne
$1,134Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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11:40 - 09:40CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
21h 00m3 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith Melbourne
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06:40 - 23:05MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
17h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$1,143Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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15:00 - 09:40CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
17h 40m2 stops Townsville Melbourne
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06:30 - 22:10MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
16h 40m1 stop Melbourne
$1,188Multiple Airlines
12 hours ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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11:40 - 09:40CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
21h 00m3 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith Melbourne
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06:30 - 23:05MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
17h 35m3 stops Melbourne Sydney Kingsford Smith Brisbane
$1,202Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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06:00 - 20:20CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
13h 20m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
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06:30 - 19:15MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
13h 45m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane
$1,321Qantas Airways
12 hours ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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08:55 - 20:20CNS  Cairns-MQL Mildura
10h 25m3 stops Townsville Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
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10:05 - 19:15MQL  Mildura-CNS Cairns
10h 10m2 stops Melbourne Brisbane
$1,756Multiple Airlines
12 hours ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cairns to Mildura flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Mildura?

Qantas Airways ($1,321) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairns to Mildura in the last 5 days.

Key details for Cairns to Mildura flights

Cheapest flight

$1,026
Return flight from Cairns to Mildura

When to book flights from Cairns to Mildura

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Your Cairns to Mildura flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Mildura?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Mildura.

  • How long is a flight from Cairns to Mildura?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cairns to Mildura. Flights with 1 stopover take between 6h 32m and 6h 57m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Mildura?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Mildura changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $1,026 to $1,756. That means the highest observed fare was about 71% higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Mildura Airport (MQL)?

    Mildura Airport (MQL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Avis
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Mildura?

    Flights from Cairns to Mildura usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Mildura (MQL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Mildura pass through?

    Connecting flights from Cairns to Mildura most commonly pass through:

    • Melbourne (MEL) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 50% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Mildura?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Cairns to Mildura. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $753 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $984, a difference of $230.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cairns to Mildura?

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 32m, compared to 6h 57m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • What is the time difference between Cairns and Mildura?

    Mildura is 1 hour ahead of Cairns (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cairns to Mildura flights

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  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $753, about $230 less than Tuesday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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