Fly private between Cairns and Melbourne from US$31,500 for a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+). Get an instant, guaranteed quote.
Private jet charter from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL), and from Melbourne (MEL) back to Cairns (CNS).
Cairns and Melbourne lie approximately 2,314 km apart (1,438 mi / 1,249 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$31,500 – US$86,000 for a one-way charter between Cairns and Melbourne, depending on the aircraft — a light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet · rec. | 3h 22m | 3h 02m – 3h 42m | A$48,000 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 3h 18m | 2h 58m – 3h 38m | A$69,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 04m | 2h 46m – 3h 22m | A$94,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 3h 22m | A$48,000 – A$67,000 (~US$31,500 – US$44,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 3h 15m | A$53,000 – A$74,000 (~US$34,500 – US$48,500) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 3h 05m | A$58,000 – A$77,000 (~US$38,000 – US$50,000) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 18m | A$69,000 – A$96,000 (~US$45,000 – US$63,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 15m | A$76,000 – A$110,000 (~US$49,500 – US$69,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 07m | A$83,000 – A$110,000 (~US$54,000 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 04m | A$94,000 – A$130,000 (~US$61,500 – US$86,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 04m | A$100,000 – A$140,000 (~US$67,500 – US$94,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 07m | A$110,000 – A$150,000 (~US$74,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
The guide range for Cairns–Melbourne is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Cairns, Australia: Cairns International Airport.
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport and Melbourne Moorabbin Airport.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Cairns–Melbourne quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Choose your wheels-up time — Cairns–Melbourne runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Demand on Cairns–Melbourne comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$31,500 – US$86,000 one-way — from a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 3h 22m airborne across the 2,314 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Light Jet, Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Cairns–Melbourne departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Cairns–Melbourne charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
