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Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Cairns Starting at AED 498

For as little as AED 498, you can take your next adventure to Cairns without breaking the bank. Choose between one-way and return tickets from Darwin below.

  • One way
  • Round-trip
      • Cheapest nonstop
        DRW18:00
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        CNS20:55
        Sat, Mar 1|Darwin - Cairns|Qantas Airways
        AED 623AED 766
        19% OFF
        19% OFF
        AED 766AED 623

        Choose Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Qantas Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Sat, Mar 1, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 623 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW07:30
        2h 25m
        Nonstop
        CNS10:25
        Wed, Apr 2|Darwin - Cairns|Qantas Airways
        AED 628AED 766
        18% OFF
        18% OFF
        AED 766AED 628

        Choose Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way direct flight with Qantas Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Wed, Apr 2, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 628 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        15h 5m
        1 stop
        CNS17:05
        Tue, Apr 1|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 498AED 766
        35% OFF
        35% OFF
        AED 766AED 498

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Tue, Apr 1, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 498 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        9h 15m
        1 stop
        CNS11:15
        Wed, Apr 2|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 501
        AED 501

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Wed, Apr 2, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 501 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        18h 55m
        1 stop
        CNS20:55
        Mon, Mar 31|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 501
        AED 501

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Mon, Mar 31, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 501 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        21h 35m
        1 stop
        CNS23:35
        Tue, Apr 29|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 507
        AED 507

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Tue, Apr 29, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 507 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        9h 15m
        1 stop
        CNS11:15
        Wed, Apr 9|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 509
        AED 509

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Wed, Apr 9, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 509 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        18h 20m
        1 stop
        CNS20:20
        Sat, May 10|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 517
        AED 517

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Sat, May 10, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 517 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        18h 55m
        1 stop
        CNS20:55
        Sat, Apr 5|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 530
        AED 530

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Sat, Apr 5, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 530 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:30
        18h 55m
        1 stop
        CNS20:55
        Sun, May 4|Darwin - Cairns|Jetstar Airways
        AED 541
        AED 541

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Darwin to Cairns. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Darwin International Airport on Sun, May 4, arriving at Cairns Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 541 including taxes and charges.

      • DRW01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        CNS02:00 pm
        Tue, Feb 18|Darwin - Cairns|Qantas Airways
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Darwin to Cairns flight time & flight schedules

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ671

    Jetstar Airways

    00:10

    DRW

    4.5h

    06:10

    SYD

    S-TW-F-
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  2. JQ954

    Jetstar Airways

    15:25

    SYD

    3.0h

    17:25

    CNS

    S-T-TF-

  3. JQ673

    Jetstar Airways

    01:05

    DRW

    3.8h

    05:25

    BNE

    SM-W-F-
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  4. VA799

    Virgin Australia

    21:05

    BNE

    2.5h

    23:35

    CNS

    SMTWT-S

  5. JQ673

    Jetstar Airways

    01:05

    DRW

    3.8h

    05:25

    BNE

    SM-W-F-
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  6. JQ936

    Jetstar Airways

    18:40

    BNE

    2.3h

    21:00

    CNS

    -MT--F-

  7. JQ673

    Jetstar Airways

    01:05

    DRW

    3.8h

    05:25

    BNE

    SM-W-F-
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  8. VA793

    Virgin Australia

    17:40

    BNE

    2.5h

    20:10

    CNS

    -----F-

  9. JQ673

    Jetstar Airways

    01:05

    DRW

    3.8h

    05:25

    BNE

    SM-W-F-
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  10. JQ932

    Jetstar Airways

    14:50

    BNE

    2.4h

    17:15

    CNS

    SMTWTFS

  11. JQ673

    Jetstar Airways

    01:05

    DRW

    3.8h

    05:25

    BNE

    SM-W-F-
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  12. JQ930

    Jetstar Airways

    08:45

    BNE

    2.5h

    11:15

    CNS

    S-TWT-S

  13. VA454

    Virgin Australia

    14:40

    DRW

    3.8h

    19:00

    BNE

    SMTWTFS
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  14. VA799

    Virgin Australia

    21:05

    BNE

    2.5h

    23:35

    CNS

    SMTWT-S

  15. QF1889

    Qantas Airways

    18:00

    DRW

    2.4h

    Nonstop

    20:55

    CNS

    SMTWTFS
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Cairns?

Price trend charts are a great way of tracking how much your flights cost in the lead up to departure and can help you choose when to book your tickets. See how prices to Cairns from Darwin have changed and are set to move below.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Darwin to Cairns 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 Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 1,544.

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

    It takes about 3 hours 8 minutes to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cairns?

    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5 km, by taxi about 20 minutes.

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

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

  • What's the most popular airline for non-stop flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS)?

    Airnorth operates 7 non-stop flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS).

  • How many airports are there in Cairns (CNS)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Cairns (CNS): Cairns Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Darwin to Cairns

If you leave it until the last minute and forget to check some of the key information when booking tickets, prices can often end up skyrocketing. Below, you can find our top tips for getting the best value flights – from changing dates to chasing deals, there are plenty ways to keep your next trip affordable.
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Check One-way Fares
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Flight Info | Darwin to Cairns

Cheapest direct flight priceAED 497
Cheapest return ticket priceAED 1,230
Off-season for travelApril
Peak season for travelNovember
Flight distance1,690.3 km
Average flight time3 hours 8 minutes
Popular airlineJetstar Airways

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