How often are MEL to CNS flights on time?

Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS) arrive on time 74% of the time across 11,576 flights of official data.

Route reliability

MEL to CNS flights

Flights from Melbourne to Cairns arrive on time 74% of the time across 11,576 flights. Here’s how each airline really performs.

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On-time rate

11,576 flights

On-time = arrived within 15 minutes of schedule, per BITRE. Compare the reverse leg CNS → MEL.

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