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Cheap flights from Cairns to Darwin from $273

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cairns to Darwin departing on 10/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Airnorth Logo
16:00 - 19:00CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
Airnorth Logo
07:20 - 11:20DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
$597Airnorth
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Fri, 2 Jan - Thu, 15 Jan
Logo
16:05 - 19:05CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
Logo
01:30 - 11:15DRW-CNS
9h 15m1 stop
$631
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Sun, 5 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
Jetstar Logo
15:35 - 00:35CNS-DRW
9h 30m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
01:30 - 20:55DRW-CNS
18h 55m1 stop
$639Jetstar
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Fri, 10 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
Logo
16:05 - 19:05CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
Logo
01:30 - 11:15DRW-CNS
9h 15m1 stop
$677
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Sun, 5 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 00:45CNS-DRW
19h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
01:30 - 20:20DRW-CNS
18h 20m1 stop
$680Virgin Australia
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Thu, 4 Sep - Fri, 5 Sep
Logo
16:05 - 19:05CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
Logo
14:05 - 23:20DRW-CNS
8h 45m1 stop
$685
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Sun, 5 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 00:45CNS-DRW
19h 15m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
01:30 - 20:20DRW-CNS
18h 20m1 stop
$694Virgin Australia
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Thu, 4 Sep - Fri, 5 Sep
Jetstar Logo
21:30 - 01:25CNS-DRW
28h 25m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
18:30 - 09:30DRW-CNS
14h 30m1 stop
$710Jetstar
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Fri, 5 Sep - Mon, 8 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 19:55CNS-DRW
2h 40mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
13:15 - 16:15DRW-CNS
2h 30mdirect
$784Qantas Airways
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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 19:55CNS-DRW
2h 40mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
12:55 - 20:55DRW-CNS
7h 30m1 stop
$815Qantas Airways
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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 13 Oct

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Darwin

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Darwin flight tickets
Jetstar
10 Oct
CNS15:35Cairns
9h 30m
1 stop
DRW00:35Darwin
12 Oct
DRW01:30Darwin
18h 55m
1 stop
CNS20:55Cairns
$639
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Jetstar
5 Sept
CNS21:30Cairns
28h 25m
1 stop
DRW01:25Darwin
8 Sept
DRW18:30Darwin
14h 30m
1 stop
CNS09:30Cairns
$710
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Jetstar
20 Sept
CNS19:00Cairns
30h 00m
1 stop
DRW00:30Darwin
26 Sept
DRW01:30Darwin
30h 25m
1 stop
CNS08:25Cairns
$714
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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Darwin

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Darwin flight tickets
Virgin Australia
4 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
19h 15m
1 stop
DRW00:45Darwin
5 Sept
DRW01:30Darwin
18h 20m
1 stop
CNS20:20Cairns
$680
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Virgin Australia
4 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
19h 15m
1 stop
DRW00:45Darwin
5 Sept
DRW01:30Darwin
18h 20m
1 stop
CNS20:20Cairns
$694
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Virgin Australia
4 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
19h 15m
1 stop
DRW00:45Darwin
5 Sept
DRW01:30Darwin
13h 55m
2 stops
CNS15:55Cairns
$845
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Darwin that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 23 August 2025.
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Return

Price

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 2/1

16:00-19:00

1 stop3h 30m

Darwin

Thu 15/1

07:20-11:20

1 stop3h 30m

$597

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Sun 5/10

16:05-19:05

1 stop3h 30m

Darwin

Sat 11/10

01:30-11:15

1 stop9h 15m

$631

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 10/10

15:35-00:35

1 stop9h 30m

Darwin

Sun 12/10

01:30-20:55

1 stop18h 55m

$639

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Sun 5/10

16:05-19:05

1 stop3h 30m

Darwin

Sat 11/10

01:30-11:15

1 stop9h 15m

$677

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Thu 4/9

06:00-00:45

1 stop19h 15m

Darwin

Fri 5/9

01:30-20:20

1 stop18h 20m

$680

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Sun 5/10

16:05-19:05

1 stop3h 30m

Darwin

Sun 12/10

14:05-23:20

1 stop8h 45m

$685

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Thu 4/9

06:00-00:45

1 stop19h 15m

Darwin

Fri 5/9

01:30-20:20

1 stop18h 20m

$694

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 5/9

21:30-01:25

1 stop28h 25m

Darwin

Mon 8/9

18:30-09:30

1 stop14h 30m

$710

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Mon 6/10

17:45-19:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Darwin

Mon 13/10

13:15-16:15

Nonstop2h 30m

$784

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Mon 6/10

17:45-19:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Darwin

Mon 13/10

12:55-20:55

1 stop7h 30m

$815

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Darwin?

If you aren’t able to travel to Darwin during the month of October, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $637.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Darwin?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Darwin is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $769. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Cairns because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,176.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Darwin?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Darwin is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Cairns to Darwin at midday for as low as $771. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Darwin, so prices are often more expensive at around $950 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Darwin flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Darwin?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Darwin from Cairns when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Darwin for around $774 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Darwin from Cairns for as low as $527 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cairns to Darwin flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Cairns to Darwin flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cairns to Darwin flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Cairns to Darwin flights are approximately 125% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cairns to Darwin

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cairns to Darwin according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cairns to Darwin (CNS to DRW) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cairns to Darwin

Best price found

$492

Fastest flight time

2h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Darwin

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Darwin from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $492. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Darwin found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $847.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Darwin takes 2h 40m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Darwin every day.
There is 1 airport near Darwin: Darwin (DRW)
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  • How far is Cairns to Darwin by plane?

    There are 1678.3 km between Cairns and Darwin. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 35m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Darwin Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Darwin Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Darwin Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Darwin?

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Best airlines flying from Cairns to Darwin

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
JetstarPriceFrom $315Free cancellationRating
6.5
466 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $328Free cancellationRating
7.5
415 reviews
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AirnorthPriceFrom $365Free cancellationRating
8.0
1 review
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $414Free cancellationRating
7.5
898 reviews
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  • Airnorth Flights From Cairns to Darwin

    The lowest priced Airnorth flight from Cairns to Darwin from the last 72 hours was $235. Generally, Airnorth has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $499. Airnorth is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • Qantas Airways Flights From Cairns to Darwin

    $267 is the best Qantas Airways flight deal from Cairns to Darwin found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Qantas Airways ticket price found was closer to $519, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Qantas Airways (7.5/10 from 898 user reviews) flies into Darwin from Cairns 16 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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