CNS to MEL: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 2,314 km (1,438 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 3h 25m, heading south. The distance is the same in either direction (MEL to CNS).
How far is it from Cairns to Melbourne?
The great-circle distance between Cairns International Airport (CNS) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 2,314 km (1,438 mi, 1,249 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from CNS to MEL?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 3h 25m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. MEL is roughly south of CNS.
Airlines flying CNS to MEL
4 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cairns from Melbourne?
Cairns International Airport (CNS) and Melbourne Airport (MEL) are 2,314 km (1,438 mi, 1,249 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from CNS to MEL?
A typical nonstop flight between CNS and MEL takes about 3h 25m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is MEL from CNS?
Melbourne Airport (MEL) lies roughly south of Cairns International Airport (CNS).
Which airlines fly CNS to MEL?
4 airlines appear on the CNS-MEL route in the open dataset, including Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Tiger Airways Australia.
Related routes
Other routes from Cairns (CNS):
Other routes from Melbourne (MEL):
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