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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from €175 and round-trip from €435. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Nov 23 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Sun, Nov 29 | Qantas Airways
        €435 €565
        23% off
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Fri, Nov 20 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Fri, Nov 27 | Qantas Airways
        €435 €565
        23% off
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Nov 21 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Sat, Nov 28 | Qantas Airways
        €435 €565
        23% off
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 17:35
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 20:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Oct 19 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Sat, Oct 24 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 17:35
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 20:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Oct 12 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Fri, Oct 16 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Sun, Nov 8 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Fri, Nov 13 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Nov 7 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Thu, Nov 12 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Wed, Nov 4 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Mon, Nov 9 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Nov 5 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Mon, Nov 9 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Nov 2 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Mon, Nov 9 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Tue, Nov 3 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Sat, Nov 7 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Nov 19 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Thu, Nov 26 | Qantas Airways
        €435
        23% off
        €565 €435
      • DRW 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 14:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Sun, Sep 27 | Normal Airline
        CNS 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        DRW 16:00
        Cairns - Darwin | Tue, Sep 29 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        DRW 07:00
        2h 35m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Tue, Nov 3 | Qantas Airways
        €201 €264
        24% off
        24% off
        €264 €201
      • DRW 19:05
        13h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 09:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Fri, Nov 13 | Jetstar Airways
        €175 €264
        34% off
        34% off
        €264 €175
      • DRW 19:05
        25h 40m
        1 stop
        CNS 21:15
        Darwin - Cairns | Fri, Nov 20 | Jetstar Airways
        €177 €264
        33% off
        33% off
        €264 €177
      • DRW 19:05
        15h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 11:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Sun, Nov 15 | Jetstar Airways
        €191
        28% off
        €264 €191
      • DRW 19:05
        21h 40m
        1 stop
        CNS 17:15
        Darwin - Cairns | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
        €192
        27% off
        €264 €192
      • DRW 19:05
        15h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 11:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Wed, Nov 18 | Jetstar Airways
        €194
        27% off
        €264 €194
      • DRW 14:20
        18h 10m
        1 stop
        CNS 09:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Fri, Nov 13 | Virgin Australia
        €195
        26% off
        €264 €195
      • DRW 05:45
        5h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 12:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Oct 1 | Airnorth
        €197
        25% off
        €264 €197
      • DRW 01:15
        19h 15m
        1 stop
        CNS 21:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Fri, Oct 23 | Jetstar Airways
        €197
        25% off
        €264 €197
      • DRW 19:05
        27h 30m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Nov 14 | Jetstar Airways
        €197
        25% off
        €264 €197
      • DRW 14:20
        18h 10m
        1 stop
        CNS 09:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Tue, Nov 3 | Virgin Australia
        €201
        24% off
        €264 €201
      • DRW 19:05
        13h
        1 stop
        CNS 08:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Nov 21 | Jetstar Airways
        €203
        23% off
        €264 €203
      • DRW 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 14:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Sun, Sep 27 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months according to the latest Trip.com data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport are usually in January, with an average price of €227. It is best to avoid June, when the average price can reach €408.

€408
€318
€227
€137
    Cheapest
  • €334
    Sep
  • €307
    Oct
  • €273
    Nov
  • €353
    Dec
  • €227
    Jan
  • €283
    Feb
  • €273
    Mar
  • €329
    Apr
  • €314
    May
  • €408
    Jun
  • €295
    Jul
  • €328
    Aug

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport is Wednesday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Thursday as prices are typically highest on that day.

€347
€316
€284
€253
    Cheapest
  • €331
    Mon
  • €310
    Tue
  • €284
    Wed
  • €347
    Thu
  • €303
    Fri
  • €310
    Sat
  • €316
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport is Jetstar Airways (from €175) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From €175
Virgin Australia
From €195
Airnorth
From €197
Qantas Airways
From €201

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What is the flight schedule from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Darwin to Cairns and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ673

    Darwin International Airport

    01:15

    DRW

    3h 40m

    Direct

    05:25

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  2. JQ936

    Brisbane Airport

    18:55

    BNE

    2h 20m

    Direct

    21:15

    CNS

    S - T - T - -

  3. JQ689

    Darwin International Airport

    18:45

    DRW

    3h 35m

    Direct

    22:20

    ADL

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  4. JQ966

    Adelaide Airport

    07:15

    ADL

    2h 50m

    Direct

    09:35

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  5. JQ671

    Darwin International Airport

    01:15

    DRW

    4h 25m

    Direct

    06:10

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  6. JQ954

    Kingsford Smith Airport

    15:15

    SYD

    3h 10m

    Direct

    18:25

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  7. JQ673

    Darwin International Airport

    01:15

    DRW

    3h 40m

    Direct

    05:25

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  8. VA799

    Brisbane Airport

    20:40

    BNE

    2h 30m

    Direct

    23:10

    CNS

    S M T W T - S

  9. VA454

    Darwin International Airport

    14:20

    DRW

    4h 5m

    Direct

    18:55

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  10. VA785

    Brisbane Airport

    13:40

    BNE

    2h 30m

    Direct

    16:10

    CNS

    S M T W T F S
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About Darwin International Airport and Cairns Airport

Learn about Darwin International Airport (DRW) and Cairns Airport (CNS) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 1,676.97km
Cheapest one-way ticket price €175
Cheapest return ticket price €435

FAQs for Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport takes about 2 hours 45 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • The earliest flight from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 07:00, and the last departs at 17:35, with about 4 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around €291 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Cairns Airport to downtown is about 5km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Cairns Airport (CNS) is Mareeba Airport. The distance is around 36km.
  • Qantas Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 410 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport currently start from €175, and round-trip fares start from €435. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Fri, Nov 13; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways and Airnorth operate direct flights from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 32 minutes, and around 16 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport is €338. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Airnorth are the most popular budget airlines flying from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport, with one-way fares starting from €175. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 16 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways and Airnorth. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Darwin International Airport and Cairns Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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