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Flight Info | Cairns to Darwin

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 622
Cheapest return ticket price AED 1,305
Off-season for travel April
Peak season for travel March
Flight distance 1,690.3 km
Average flight time 3 hours 5 minutes
Popular airline Qantas Airways

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Cairns to Darwin based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 1,383.

  • How long does it take to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW)?

    It takes about 3 hours 5 minutes to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW)?

    Airlines with flights from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW): Qantas Airways and Airnorth.

  • How many airports are there in Darwin (DRW)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Darwin (DRW): Darwin International Airport.

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