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Cheap flights from Darwin to Cairns from $314

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Virgin Australia Logo
14:20 - 23:05DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
8h 15m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
09:15 - 13:35CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
28h 50m1 stop Brisbane
$653Virgin Australia
Fri, 26 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:15 - 08:30DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
30h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 40mdirect
$667Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:15 - 08:30DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
30h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 40mdirect
$685Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
07:05 - 10:05DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
2h 30mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
10:45 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 40mdirect
$687Qantas Airways
Mon, 5 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 20:35DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
2h 30mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
10:45 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
2h 40mdirect
$687Qantas Airways
Fri, 9 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
14:05 - 23:20DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
8h 45m1 stop Brisbane
Virgin Australia Logo
06:00 - 13:15CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
7h 45m1 stop Brisbane
$766Virgin Australia
Mon, 5 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
Jetstar Logo
00:15 - 20:15DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
19h 30m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar Logo
06:00 - 23:30CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
18h 00m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$840Jetstar
Sun, 11 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Airnorth Logo
08:00 - 12:00DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
3h 30m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
Airnorth Logo
13:35 - 16:35CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
3h 30m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
$895Airnorth
Fri, 11 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Airnorth Logo
08:35 - 12:35DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
3h 30m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
Airnorth Logo
16:10 - 19:20CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
3h 40m1 stop Nhulunbuy Gove
$895Airnorth
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Jetstar Logo
00:15 - 20:15DRW  Darwin-CNS Cairns
19h 30m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Jetstar Logo
12:00 - 23:30CNS  Cairns-DRW Darwin
12h 00m2 stops Brisbane Sydney Kingsford Smith
$895Jetstar
Sun, 11 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

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Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Darwin to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
5 Oct
DRW07:05Darwin
2h 30m
CNS10:05Cairns
16 Oct
CNS10:45Cairns
2h 40m
DRW12:55Darwin
$687
Qantas Airways
5 Oct
DRW07:05Darwin
2h 30m
CNS10:05Cairns
16 Oct
CNS14:40Cairns
2h 40m
DRW16:50Darwin
$689
Qantas Airways
12 Oct
DRW17:35Darwin
2h 30m
CNS20:35Cairns
19 Oct
CNS14:40Cairns
2h 40m
DRW16:50Darwin
$701

Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Cairns

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Darwin to Cairns flight tickets
Virgin Australia
15 Oct
DRW14:05Darwin
18h 05m
1 stop
CNS08:40Cairns
22 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 45m
1 stop
DRW13:15Darwin
$688
Virgin Australia
5 Oct
DRW14:05Darwin
8h 45m
1 stop
CNS23:20Cairns
16 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 45m
1 stop
DRW13:15Darwin
$766
Virgin Australia
13 Oct
DRW14:05Darwin
8h 45m
1 stop
CNS23:20Cairns
20 Oct
CNS06:00Cairns
7h 45m
1 stop
DRW13:15Darwin
$769

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DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 26/2

14:20-23:05

1 stop8h 15m

Cairns

Sun 28/2

09:15-13:35

1 stop28h 50m

$653

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Sun 11/10

01:15-08:30

1 stop30h 45m

Cairns

Mon 19/10

10:45-12:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$667

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Sun 11/10

01:15-08:30

1 stop30h 45m

Cairns

Mon 19/10

10:45-12:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$685
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DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Mon 5/10

07:05-10:05

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Fri 16/10

10:45-12:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$687

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 9/10

17:35-20:35

Nonstop2h 30m

Cairns

Sun 11/10

10:45-12:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$687

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Mon 5/10

14:05-23:20

1 stop8h 45m

Cairns

Fri 16/10

06:00-13:15

1 stop7h 45m

$766

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Sun 11/10

00:15-20:15

1 stop19h 30m

Cairns

Mon 19/10

06:00-23:30

2 stops18h 00m

$840

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Fri 11/9

08:00-12:00

1 stop3h 30m

Cairns

Tue 15/9

13:35-16:35

1 stop3h 30m

$895

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Thu 10/9

08:35-12:35

1 stop3h 30m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

16:10-19:20

1 stop3h 40m

$895

DarwinCairns

DRW Darwin - CNS Cairns

DRWCNS

Darwin

Sun 11/10

00:15-20:15

1 stop19h 30m

Cairns

Mon 19/10

12:00-23:30

2 stops12h 00m

$895

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Darwin to Cairns

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $776 to $960.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $653.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

The cheapest month to fly to Cairns from Darwin is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $592, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Cairns during the month of January, then departing from Darwin during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $603.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Cairns from Darwin. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $724. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $1,518. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cairns.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Darwin to Cairns when you can find flight prices for as low as $739. Flying to Cairns in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $897 on average. Flights to Cairns from Darwin at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Darwin to Cairns flight route?

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Darwin to Cairns flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Darwin to Cairns.

How have Darwin to Cairns flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Darwin to Cairns flights are approximately 28% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Darwin to Cairns

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

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Best price found

$314

Fastest flight time

2h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Darwin in the past 72 hours is $314. The best return flight deal from Darwin to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $653.
The fastest flight from Darwin to Cairns takes 2h 30m
Direct flights go from Darwin to Cairns every day.
There is 1 airport in Cairns. From Darwin there are direct flights to Cairns (CNS).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Darwin to Cairns

  • How far is Darwin to Cairns by plane?

    Darwin and Cairns are 1678.3 km apart from one another. 2h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

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Best airlines flying from Darwin to Cairns

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $265Free cancellationRating
7.6
473 reviews
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JetstarPriceFrom $267Free cancellationRating
6.5
569 reviews
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AirnorthPriceFrom $507Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $590Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,087 reviews
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  • Qantas Airways Flights From Darwin to Cairns

    Across 15 Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns this week, the average price was $781, with the best Qantas Airways deals starting from $590 round-trip. 1,087 users have rated Qantas Airways on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

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