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Cheap flights from Cairns to Darwin from $342

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — DRW
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cairns to Darwin are usually found in October or September, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$603

One-way from

$342

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$771

Good round-trip deal

$706 or less

Good one-way deal

$318 or less
Airnorth
  • Airnorth
  • 8/8-18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 7h 00m total
  • Cairns to Darwin
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 05m total
  • Cairns to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($141 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Fri 8/816:00CNS - DRW
1 stop3h 30mAirnorth
Sun 17/807:20DRW - CNS
1 stop3h 30mAirnorth
Deal found 11/6$603
Mon 21/706:00CNS - DRW
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Sun 27/701:30DRW - CNS
1 stop30h 25mJetstar
Deal found 10/6$619
Mon 21/706:00CNS - DRW
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/701:30DRW - CNS
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$620
Fri 25/706:00CNS - DRW
1 stop19h 15mVirgin Australia
Sun 27/701:30DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/6$820
Wed 9/717:45CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 40mQantas Airways
Wed 16/713:15DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/6$821

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Cairns

Fly to

Darwin

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 8/8

16:00-19:00

1 stop3h 30m

Darwin

Mon 18/8

08:00-12:00

1 stop3h 30m

$603

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Mon 21/7

06:00-00:35

1 stop19h 05m

Darwin

Sun 27/7

01:30-08:25

1 stop30h 25m

$619

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Mon 21/7

06:00-00:35

1 stop19h 05m

Darwin

Sun 27/7

01:30-08:25

1 stop30h 25m

$620

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Fri 25/7

06:00-00:45

1 stop19h 15m

Darwin

Sun 27/7

01:30-11:10

1 stop9h 10m

$820

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Wed 9/7

17:45-19:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Darwin

Wed 16/7

13:15-16:15

Nonstop2h 30m

$821

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Mon 4/8

06:00-00:35

1 stop19h 05m

$342

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Mon 30/6

17:45-19:55

Nonstop2h 40m

$402

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Sun 27/7

16:55-00:45

1 stop8h 20m

$433

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Thu 26/6

19:00-00:45

2 stops30h 15m

$438

CairnsDarwin

CNS - DRW

CNSDRW

Cairns

Sun 27/7

12:20-17:05

2 stops5h 15m

$553

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Deals found on 11/6

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Darwin

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Darwin

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cairns to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Darwin. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Darwin?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Darwin (average of $312). Flying from Cairns to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $436). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to DRW?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Darwin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cairns to Darwin is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Cairns to Darwin

Explore weekly flight availability from Cairns to Darwin. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

The most flights from CNS to DRW are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Darwin by month

Plan your trip to Darwin by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Darwin ranges from 0.0 - 400.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 400.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Darwin when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Darwin by month

Plan your trip to Darwin by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Darwin, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Darwin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Darwin. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Darwin. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Darwin, such as Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Jetstar. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
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Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
407 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
449 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hendrik Bernardus,May 2025

SYD - PER

These economy class seats must be as cramped as they can possibly get? It's almost impossible for two adults to sit next to each other. The blonde Australian air hostess at the back was rude. Despite Qantas' bad service overall I've now had a few experiences where the attitude of the team on board just makes up for their flights always being late. This was not one of those flights. The ice cream is a nice touch!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to Darwin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cairns to Darwin?

    To fly from Cairns to Darwin, you need to book a flight from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW). Nonstop flights to Darwin from Cairns take 2h 35m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Cairns to Darwin offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Cairns to Darwin flight route?

    Within the past month, 361 users have taken a look at flights from Cairns to Darwin.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Darwin round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cairns to Darwin is Airnorth. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $603 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Jetstar and Virgin Australia, starting at $619 and $820 round-trip. Airnorth is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cairns to Darwin one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $342. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia, as they are both options that can get you from Cairns to Darwin for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Darwin?

    While on average a flight from Cairns to Darwin is generally $683, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $236. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Darwin), you can expect to pay $605 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Darwin that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Darwin flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Darwin?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Darwin.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Darwin?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Darwin by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Darwin?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Darwin (average of $312). Flying from Cairns to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $436). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cairns to Darwin

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Darwin. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$325Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$339Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$349Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$361Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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