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Cheap flights from Cairns to Darwin from $328

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Qantas Airways Logo
10:50 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 35mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 10:10DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
2h 35mdirect
$677Qantas Airways
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
10:50 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 35mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 10:10DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
2h 35mdirect
$698Qantas Airways
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 35mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:20 - 23:05DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
8h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$743Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 35mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:20 - 09:00DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
18h 10m1 stop Brisbane
$774Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 13:35CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
8h 05m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 23:20DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
8h 15m1 stop Brisbane
$777Virgin Australia
Wed, 10 Mar - Mon, 5 Apr
Qantas Airways Logo
10:50 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 35mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 10:10DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
2h 35mdirect
$832Qantas Airways
Mon, 28 Dec - Mon, 4 Jan
Airnorth Logo
16:25 - 19:35CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
3h 40m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
Airnorth Logo
12:10 - 12:00DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
23h 20m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
$834Airnorth
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Qantas Airways Logo
10:50 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 35mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 10:10DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
2h 35mdirect
$835Qantas Airways
Sun, 27 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
Airnorth Logo
16:25 - 19:35CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
3h 40m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
Airnorth Logo
08:00 - 12:00DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
3h 30m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
$909Airnorth
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Airnorth Logo
16:10 - 19:20CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
3h 40mdirect
Airnorth Logo
08:00 - 12:00DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
3h 30mdirect
$1,108Airnorth
Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec

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Airnorth flights from Cairns to Darwin

Our best Airnorth deals on Cairns to Darwin flight tickets
Airnorth
4 Dec
CNS16:25Cairns
3h 40m
1 stop
DRW19:35Darwin
6 Dec
DRW12:10Darwin
23h 20m
1 stop
CNS12:00Cairns
$834
Airnorth
4 Dec
CNS16:25Cairns
3h 40m
1 stop
DRW19:35Darwin
6 Dec
DRW08:00Darwin
3h 30m
1 stop
CNS12:00Cairns
$909
Airnorth
14 Nov
CNS13:35Cairns
3h 40m
DRW16:45Darwin
21 Nov
DRW08:15Darwin
3h 50m
CNS12:35Cairns
$1,394

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Darwin flight tickets
Qantas Airways
4 Dec
CNS10:50Cairns
2h 35m
DRW12:55Darwin
6 Dec
DRW07:05Darwin
2h 35m
CNS10:10Cairns
$677
Qantas Airways
4 Dec
CNS10:50Cairns
2h 35m
DRW12:55Darwin
6 Dec
DRW07:05Darwin
2h 35m
CNS10:10Cairns
$698
Qantas Airways
27 Dec
CNS10:50Cairns
2h 35m
DRW12:55Darwin
3 Jan
DRW07:05Darwin
2h 35m
CNS10:10Cairns
$838

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CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 4/12

10:50-12:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Darwin

Sun 6/12

07:05-10:10

Nonstop2h 35m

$677

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 4/12

10:50-12:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Darwin

Sun 6/12

07:05-10:10

Nonstop2h 35m

$698

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Thu 26/11

10:50-12:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Darwin

Mon 30/11

14:20-23:05

1 stop8h 15m

$743

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Thu 24/12

10:50-12:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Darwin

Thu 31/12

14:20-09:00

1 stop18h 10m

$774

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Wed 10/3

06:00-13:35

1 stop8h 05m

Darwin

Mon 5/4

14:35-23:20

1 stop8h 15m

$777

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Mon 28/12

10:50-12:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Darwin

Mon 4/1

07:05-10:10

Nonstop2h 35m

$832

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 4/12

16:25-19:35

1 stop3h 40m

Darwin

Sun 6/12

12:10-12:00

1 stop23h 20m

$834

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Sun 27/12

10:50-12:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Darwin

Sun 3/1

07:05-10:10

Nonstop2h 35m

$835

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 4/12

16:25-19:35

1 stop3h 40m

Darwin

Sun 6/12

08:00-12:00

1 stop3h 30m

$909

CairnsDarwin

CNS Cairns - DRW Darwin

CNSDRW

Cairns

Sun 13/12

16:10-19:20

Nonstop3h 40m

Darwin

Sun 20/12

08:00-12:00

Nonstop3h 30m

$1,108

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Darwin?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $743 to $1,002.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $677.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Darwin?

If you aren’t able to travel to Darwin during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $799.

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 Friday when prices can be found for as low as $853. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday 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 $1,006.

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 in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Cairns to Darwin in the afternoon for as low as $853. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Darwin, so prices are often more expensive at around $973 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Darwin flight route?

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

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Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Darwin flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to Darwin flight.

How have Cairns to Darwin flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2026, prices for Cairns to Darwin flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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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Best price found

$328

Fastest flight time

2h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Darwin

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Darwin from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $328. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Darwin found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $677.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Darwin takes 2h 35m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Darwin every day.
There is 1 airport in Darwin. From Cairns there are direct flights to Darwin (DRW).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Darwin

  • 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
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $570Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,125 reviews
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AirnorthPriceFrom $729Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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  • Qantas Airways Flights From Cairns to Darwin

    The lowest priced Qantas Airways flight from Cairns to Darwin from the last 72 hours was $570. Generally, Qantas Airways has 9 flights on this route every week with an average price of $852. Qantas Airways is rated 7.5/10 by our users.

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