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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Darwin Starting at NZD 261

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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS02:50 pm
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        DRW04:55 pm
        Wed, Mar 12|Cairns - Darwin|Qantas Airways
        NZD 307NZD 416
        26% OFF
        26% OFF
        NZD 416NZD 307

        Choose Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way direct flight with Qantas Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Wed, Mar 12, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 307 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS02:50 pm
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        DRW04:55 pm
        Tue, Mar 4|Cairns - Darwin|Qantas Airways
        NZD 308NZD 416
        26% OFF
        26% OFF
        NZD 416NZD 308

        Choose Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way direct flight with Qantas Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Tue, Mar 4, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 308 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS06:00 am
        19h 5m
        1 stop
        DRW12:35 am
        Thu, Apr 3|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 261NZD 416
        37% OFF
        37% OFF
        NZD 416NZD 261

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Thu, Apr 3, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 261 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS11:50 am
        13h 15m
        1 stop
        DRW12:35 am
        Thu, Apr 24|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 262
        NZD 262

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Thu, Apr 24, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 262 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS03:35 pm
        9h 30m
        1 stop
        DRW12:35 am
        Wed, Apr 2|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 267
        NZD 267

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Wed, Apr 2, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 267 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS06:00 am
        19h 5m
        1 stop
        DRW12:35 am
        Mon, Apr 14|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 269
        NZD 269

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Mon, Apr 14, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 269 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS06:00 am
        18h
        1 stop
        DRW11:30 pm
        Wed, Mar 5|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 274
        NZD 274

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Wed, Mar 5, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 274 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS06:40 am
        17h 10m
        1 stop
        DRW11:20 pm
        Fri, Feb 28|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 275
        NZD 275

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Fri, Feb 28, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 275 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS06:00 am
        19h 5m
        1 stop
        DRW12:35 am
        Tue, Apr 1|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 279
        NZD 279

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Tue, Apr 1, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 279 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS03:35 pm
        9h 30m
        1 stop
        DRW12:35 am
        Mon, Mar 31|Cairns - Darwin|Jetstar Airways
        NZD 279
        NZD 279

        Choose Jetstar Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin. The one-way connecting flight with Jetstar Airways departs from Cairns Airport on Mon, Mar 31, arriving at Darwin International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 279 including taxes and charges.

      • CNS01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        DRW02:00 pm
        Fri, Feb 28|Cairns - Darwin|Qantas Airways
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Cairns to Darwin Flight Time

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  1. VA784

    Virgin Australia

    02:40 pm

    CNS

    2.3h

    05:00 pm

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  2. JQ674

    Jetstar Airways

    08:35 pm

    BNE

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    DRW

    S-T-T-S

  3. QF1888

    Qantas Airways

    02:50 pm

    CNS

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    04:55 pm

    DRW

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  4. JQ935

    Jetstar Airways

    04:05 pm

    CNS

    2.2h

    06:15 pm

    BNE

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  5. JQ674

    Jetstar Airways

    08:35 pm

    BNE

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    DRW

    S-T-T-S

  6. VA770

    Virgin Australia

    06:00 am

    CNS

    2.3h

    08:15 am

    BNE

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  7. JQ674

    Jetstar Airways

    08:35 pm

    BNE

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    DRW

    S-T-T-S

  8. JQ929

    Jetstar Airways

    06:00 am

    CNS

    2.3h

    08:15 am

    BNE

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  9. JQ674

    Jetstar Airways

    08:35 pm

    BNE

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    DRW

    S-T-T-S

  10. JQ951

    Jetstar Airways

    06:40 am

    CNS

    3.0h

    10:40 am

    SYD

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  11. JQ672

    Jetstar Airways

    08:20 pm

    SYD

    4.5h

    11:20 pm

    DRW

    -MT-T-S

  12. JQ943

    Jetstar Airways

    07:30 pm

    CNS

    3.4h

    11:55 pm

    MEL

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  13. JQ678

    Jetstar Airways

    10:15 pm

    MEL

    4.3h

    01:05 am

    DRW

    S-TW-FS

  14. VA776

    Virgin Australia

    09:15 am

    CNS

    2.3h

    11:35 am

    BNE

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  15. JQ674

    Jetstar Airways

    08:35 pm

    BNE

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    DRW

    S-T-T-S

  16. JQ931

    Jetstar Airways

    09:55 am

    CNS

    2.2h

    12:05 pm

    BNE

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  17. JQ674

    Jetstar Airways

    08:35 pm

    BNE

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    DRW

    S-T-T-S

  18. JQ933

    Jetstar Airways

    12:05 pm

    CNS

    2.3h

    02:20 pm

    BNE

    SMTWTFS
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  19. JQ674

    Jetstar Airways

    08:35 pm

    BNE

    4.1h

    12:10 am

    DRW

    S-T-T-S
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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 departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that 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 NZD 654.

  • How long does it take to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 3 hours 11 minutes to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW).

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

    • The distance from Darwin International Airport to downtown is about 6 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

  • 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.

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Flight Info | Cairns to Darwin

Cheapest nonstop flight priceNZD 260
Cheapest round-trip ticket priceNZD 589
Off-season for travelFebruary
Peak season for travelNovember
Flight distance1,690.3 km
Average flight time3 hours 11 minutes
Popular airlineJetstar Airways

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