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Cheap flights from Cairns to Darwin from $278

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14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$599Qantas Airways
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Fri, 13 Dec - Mon, 16 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$600Qantas Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 13 Jan
09:45 - 00:20CNS-DRW
15h 05m1 stop
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
Fri, 13 Dec - Wed, 18 Dec
09:10 - 23:20CNS-DRW
14h 40m1 stop
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
Tue, 17 Dec - Tue, 31 Dec
13:00 - 16:00CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
07:30 - 11:30DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
$757Airnorth
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 13 Jan
13:00 - 16:00CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
07:30 - 11:30DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
$760Airnorth
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 13 Jan
09:10 - 23:20CNS-DRW
14h 40m1 stop
00:25 - 09:30DRW-CNS
8h 35m1 stop
$799Jetstar
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Tue, 17 Dec - Mon, 30 Dec
06:40 - 23:20CNS-DRW
17h 10m1 stop
00:10 - 17:35DRW-CNS
16h 55m1 stop
$918Jetstar
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Fri, 13 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
06:00 - 12:35CNS-DRW
7h 05m1 stop
00:40 - 14:00DRW-CNS
12h 50m2 stops
$1,107Virgin Australia
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Fri, 13 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
17:35 - 12:35CNS-DRW
19h 30m2 stops
13:20 - 23:15DRW-CNS
9h 25m1 stop
$1,222Virgin Australia
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Fri, 13 Dec - Wed, 18 Dec
06:00 - 23:30CNS-DRW
18h 00m1 stop
$278Jetstar
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Wed, 4 Dec
06:00 - 23:30CNS-DRW
18h 00m1 stop
$281Jetstar
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Wed, 4 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
$298Qantas Airways
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Wed, 1 Jan
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
$299Qantas Airways
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Fri, 27 Dec
13:00 - 16:00CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
$310Airnorth
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Fri, 7 Feb
11:40 - 23:20CNS-DRW
12h 10m2 stops
Fri, 7 Feb
13:00 - 16:00CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
$432Airnorth
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Wed, 1 Jan
09:15 - 23:20CNS-DRW
14h 35m2 stops
Wed, 4 Dec
17:35 - 12:35CNS-DRW
19h 30m2 stops
$465Virgin Australia
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Wed, 4 Dec
09:15 - 23:50CNS-DRW
15h 05m3 stops
$528Virgin Australia
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Wed, 4 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$599Qantas Airways
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Fri, 13 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$600Qantas Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 13 Jan
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$610Qantas Airways
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Thu, 5 Dec - Sun, 8 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$680Qantas Airways
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Tue, 17 Dec - Tue, 31 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$815Qantas Airways
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Thu, 12 Dec - Thu, 19 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$849Qantas Airways
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Sat, 4 Jan - Sat, 11 Jan
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$1,602Qantas Airways
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Sat, 11 Jan - Mon, 13 Jan
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$2,062Qantas Airways
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Wed, 11 Dec - Fri, 20 Dec
14:50 - 16:55CNS-DRW
2h 35mdirect
18:00 - 20:55DRW-CNS
2h 25mdirect
$2,523Qantas Airways
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Wed, 11 Dec - Mon, 16 Dec

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Darwin

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Darwin flight tickets
Qantas Airways
13 Dec
CNS14:50Cairns
2h 35m
DRW16:55Darwin
16 Dec
DRW18:00Darwin
2h 25m
CNS20:55Cairns
Qantas Airways
11 Jan
CNS14:50Cairns
2h 35m
DRW16:55Darwin
13 Jan
DRW18:00Darwin
2h 25m
CNS20:55Cairns
Qantas Airways
17 Dec
CNS14:50Cairns
2h 35m
DRW16:55Darwin
31 Dec
DRW18:00Darwin
2h 25m
CNS20:55Cairns

Airnorth flights from Cairns to Darwin

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Airnorth
11 Jan
CNS13:00Cairns
3h 30m
1 stop
DRW16:00Darwin
13 Jan
DRW07:30Darwin
3h 30m
1 stop
CNS11:30Cairns
Airnorth
11 Jan
CNS13:00Cairns
3h 30m
1 stop
DRW16:00Darwin
13 Jan
DRW07:30Darwin
3h 30m
1 stop
CNS11:30Cairns
Airnorth
4 Jan
CNS13:00Cairns
28h 35m
2 stops
DRW17:05Darwin
11 Jan
DRW07:30Darwin
3h 30m
1 stop
CNS11:30Cairns

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

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Darwin from Cairns is February. The most expensive is July.

What is the cheapest day to depart Cairns for Darwin?

Friday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Friday. The most expensive is usually Monday.

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

In the afternoon. Cairns to Darwin flights are approximately 37% more expensive at midday than in the afternoon

What is the cheapest Cairns to Darwin flight route?

Cairns - Darwin. Fly from Cairns to Darwin for the best Cairns - Darwin flight prices

How far in advance should you book Cairns to Darwin flights?

60 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Cairns to Darwin is approximately 60 days to departure

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Darwin flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to Darwin flight.

How have Cairns to Darwin flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for Cairns to Darwin flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cairns and Darwin?


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Best price found

$278

Fastest flight time

2h 35m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Darwin

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Darwin from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $278. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Darwin found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $599.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Darwin takes 2h 35m
Direct flights go from Cairns to Darwin on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Qantas Airways..
There is 1 airport near Darwin: Darwin (DRW)

  • How far is Cairns to Darwin by plane?

    There are 1678.3 km between Cairns and Darwin. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 35m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Darwin Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Darwin Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Darwin Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cairns to Darwin?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cairns to Darwin?


Best airlines flying from Cairns to Darwin

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JetstarPriceFrom $287Free cancellationRating
6.6
508 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $304Free cancellationRating
7.6
820 reviews
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AirnorthPriceFrom $474Free cancellationRating
7.0
2 reviews
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  • Qantas Airways Flights From Cairns to Darwin

    The lowest priced Qantas Airways flight from Cairns to Darwin from the last 72 hours was $198. Generally, Qantas Airways has 10 flights on this route every week with an average price of $447. Qantas Airways is rated 7.6/10 by our users.

  • Airnorth Flights From Cairns to Darwin

    $309 is the best Airnorth flight deal from Cairns to Darwin found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Airnorth ticket price found was closer to $509, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Airnorth (7.0/10 from 2 user reviews) flies into Darwin from Cairns 5 times in an average week so prices can vary.


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