Cheap Flights from Darwin to Cairns

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Amazing DRW to CNS Flight Deals

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Tue, 31 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
AU$882 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$882
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, 31 Mar from Darwin to Cairns, returning Sun, 5 Apr, priced at AU$882 found 4 days ago
Mon, 6 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
AU$887 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$887
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 6 Apr from Darwin to Cairns, returning Thu, 9 Apr, priced at AU$887 found 4 days ago
Wed, 1 Apr - Sun, 5 Apr
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
AU$900 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$900
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Wed, 1 Apr from Darwin to Cairns, returning Sun, 5 Apr, priced at AU$900 found 4 days ago
Mon, 6 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
AU$904 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$904
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 6 Apr from Darwin to Cairns, returning Wed, 8 Apr, priced at AU$904 found 4 days ago
Fri, 3 Apr - Sun, 5 Apr
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
AU$923 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$923
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Fri, 3 Apr from Darwin to Cairns, returning Sun, 5 Apr, priced at AU$923 found 4 days ago
Sun, 5 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
AU$926 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$926
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 5 Apr from Darwin to Cairns, returning Thu, 9 Apr, priced at AU$926 found 4 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
It'll take around 6 hours and 37 minutes to jet from Darwin to Cairns. How many times do you think you can browse that glossy in-flight mag? Do yourself a favour and pack plenty of entertainment to make the time fly by.
Are there non-stop flights between Darwin Intl. Airport and Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Not keen on spending valuable holiday time waiting for a connecting flight in some random airport? You don't need to when jetsetting between Darwin and Cairns. There are multiple airlines offering direct flights. Have a peek at Jetstar and Airnorth as a starting point.
What airlines fly non-stop from Darwin Intl. Airport to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?
Don't want the fuss of taking more than one plane between DRW and Cairns Airport? We hear you. You'll be able to find several airlines with direct flights. One popular option is Jetstar (JQ), which has 30 flights on this route every month. Your options don't end there, though. Airnorth (TL) has 4 flights monthly. Pick one. Lock it in. Away you go!
How many flights are flown between DRW and CNS?
Approximately 11 flights service the route between Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) and CNS every day. A trip to Cairns is the kinda thing you can book right up 'til the last second.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
Looking at lastminute.com.au travel demand in 2021, Wednesdays and Sundays are often the best days to book flights, when prices are generally at their cheapest. You may be tempted to wait to finalise your booking on Saturdays, but our data tells us ticket prices are actually highest on Saturdays. Something to consider when planning your next holiday!
What is the cheapest month to fly?
Here's the lowdown on the lowest airfares: May is the cheapest month to fly. When looking at 2021 flight demand on lastminute.com.au, flights departing in May generally have the lowest ticket prices. As for the most expensive month to fly, our demand data found that on average, airfares are highest in December.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Itching to book your dream trip? We totally get it. You can start looking at flights on lastminute.com.au as early as 12 months in advance, but just keep in mind some airlines may not release all their available fares that early. But good news for last minute travellers, with 2021 lastminute.com.au data proving spontaneous travellers can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on lastminute.com.au from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Darwin Intl. to Cairns Intl. Flight
Origin airport
Darwin Intl.
Origin city name
Darwin
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination city name
Cairns
Distance
1665 km

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*Prices are "from" prices based on the lowest available fare on the sample travel dates for one adult and will be confirmed prior to any payment being made. The price is not guaranteed until paid in full by cleared funds and your tickets are issued. Fees may apply for checked baggage. There may be an additional fee based on your payment type and flight selected. Total purchase price, inclusive of any applicable fees, is displayed on the flight details page prior to booking confirmation. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Fares may be non-refundable (subject to applicable laws) and are not transferable. Name changes may not be permitted.Offers are subject to availability and may be discontinued without notice. Conditions apply.