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DRW — CNS
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Darwin to Cairns are usually found in February or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Cairns
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS). 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 22 December 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 December 2024.
Mon 23/1218:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 25/1214:50CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$1,610
Mon 23/1213:20DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 25/1206:00CNS - DRW
1 stop7h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/12$1,676
Mon 23/1218:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/1212:00CNS - DRW
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,721
Best flights from Darwin to Cairns
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Darwin to Cairns that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 December 2024.
Mon 3/200:25DRW - CNS
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/217:20CNS - DRW
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$593
Tue 4/218:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 11/214:50CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$595
Wed 5/200:25DRW - CNS
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Wed 12/206:00CNS - DRW
1 stop18h 00mJetstar
Deal found 22/12$598
Fri 10/105:45DRW - CNS
2 stops5h 15mAirnorth
Wed 22/113:00CNS - DRW
1 stop3h 30mAirnorth
Deal found 22/12$776
Mon 20/113:20DRW - CNS
2 stops18h 45mVirgin Australia
Mon 27/109:15CNS - DRW
1 stop15h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/12$1,057
Direct flights from Darwin to Cairns
Explore direct flight options from Darwin to Cairns based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 22 December 2024.
Tue 4/218:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 11/214:50CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$595
Last-minute flights from Darwin to Cairns
Discover last-minute flight deals from Darwin to Cairns. Data last updated 22 December 2024 and is based on user searches.
Fri 10/118:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 18/114:50CNS - DRW
Nonstop2h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$600
Fri 10/105:45DRW - CNS
2 stops5h 15mAirnorth
Wed 22/113:00CNS - DRW
1 stop3h 30mAirnorth
Deal found 22/12$776
Sat 11/100:10DRW - CNS
1 stop21h 50mJetstar
Sun 19/106:00CNS - DRW
1 stop18h 00mJetstar
Deal found 22/12$668
Sun 12/100:25DRW - CNS
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/106:00CNS - DRW
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$662
Mon 20/113:20DRW - CNS
2 stops18h 45mVirgin Australia
Mon 27/109:15CNS - DRW
1 stop15h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/12$1,057
One-way flights from Darwin to Cairns
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Mon 10/300:25DRW - CNS
1 stop20h 25mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$275
Tue 18/318:00DRW - CNS
Nonstop2h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12$301
Tue 11/313:20DRW - CNS
1 stop9h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/12$369
Find flights from Darwin to Cairns within your budget
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DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Mon 3/2
00:25-21:20
1 stop20h 25m
Cairns
Tue 11/2
17:20-23:30
1 stop30h 40m
$593
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Tue 4/2
18:00-20:55
Nonstop2h 25m
Cairns
Tue 11/2
14:50-16:55
Nonstop2h 35m
$595
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Wed 5/2
00:25-17:10
1 stop16h 15m
Cairns
Wed 12/2
06:00-23:30
1 stop18h 00m
$598
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Fri 10/1
05:45-11:30
2 stops5h 15m
Cairns
Wed 22/1
13:00-16:00
1 stop3h 30m
$776
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Mon 20/1
13:20-08:35
2 stops18h 45m
Cairns
Mon 27/1
09:15-23:50
1 stop15h 05m
$1,057
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Mon 10/3
00:25-21:20
1 stop20h 25m
$275
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Tue 18/3
18:00-20:55
Nonstop2h 25m
$301
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Tue 11/3
13:20-23:15
1 stop9h 25m
$369
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Fri 20/6
07:20-11:20
1 stop3h 30m
$389
DarwinCairns
DRW - CNS
DRWCNS
Darwin
Mon 16/6
01:30-12:05
1 stop10h 05m
$475
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Deals found on 21/12
Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Cairns
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Estimated return price
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Travel insights for flights from Darwin to Cairns
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Darwin to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Darwin to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Darwin to Cairns, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Darwin to Cairns?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from Darwin to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 DRW to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 December 2024.
When flying from Darwin to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight in the morning.
Rainfall in Cairns by month
Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.
Temperature in Cairns by month
Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. 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 Cairns. Reviews last updated 22 December 2024.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Darwin to Cairns?
If you wish to fly to Cairns from Darwin, then you need to book flights from Darwin to Cairns. There is 1 flight from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) per day to choose from. Flights to Cairns from Darwin are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from Darwin to Cairns typically takes.
How popular is this Darwin to Cairns flight route?
Within the past month, 407 users have taken a look at flights from Darwin to Cairns.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Darwin to Cairns round-trip?
Currently priced at $595, Qantas Airways will fly you from Darwin to Cairns and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Jetstar and Airnorth - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $598 and $776, respectively.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Darwin to Cairns one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $275. Qantas Airways flights start at $301 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $369 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Darwin to Cairns?
Consider Alliance Airlines (75%), Qantas Airways (65%) or Jetstar (60%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Cairns.
What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Cairns?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Darwin to Cairns? While on average our users pay $620, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $274. The most popular route (Darwin - Cairns), is priced around $593.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Darwin to Cairns?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to Cairns 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 Darwin to Cairns?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Cairns (average of $192). Flying from Darwin to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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