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Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport flight

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 SAR 723 and round-trip from SAR 1,494. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        DRW 17:35
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 20:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Tue, Oct 27 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 14:40
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 16:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Sat, Oct 31 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,494 SAR 2,120
        30% off
        30% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,494
      • DRW 17:35
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 20:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Oct 24 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Thu, Oct 29 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,494 SAR 2,120
        30% off
        30% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,494
      • DRW 07:05
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Tue, Oct 27 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,494 SAR 2,120
        30% off
        30% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,494
      • DRW 17:35
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 20:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Tue, Oct 20 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Sun, Oct 25 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,494
        30% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,494
      • DRW 17:35
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 20:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Fri, Oct 23 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,686
        20% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,686
      • DRW 07:05
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Oct 15 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 14:40
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 16:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Tue, Oct 20 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,686
        20% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,686
      • DRW 07:05
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 10:05
        Darwin - Cairns | Wed, Oct 14 | Qantas Airways
        CNS 14:40
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 16:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Tue, Oct 20 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,686
        20% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,686
      • DRW 14:05
        8h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Wed, Oct 21 | Virgin Australia
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Sun, Oct 25 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,657
        22% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,657
      • DRW 14:05
        8h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Virgin Australia
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Tue, Oct 27 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,657
        22% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,657
      • DRW 14:05
        8h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Oct 15 | Virgin Australia
        CNS 14:40
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 16:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Tue, Oct 20 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,678
        21% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,678
      • DRW 14:05
        18h 5m
        1 stop
        CNS 08:40
        Darwin - Cairns | Tue, Oct 20 | Virgin Australia
        CNS 10:45
        2h 40m
        Direct
        DRW 12:55
        Cairns - Darwin | Sun, Oct 25 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,678
        21% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,678
      • DRW 14:05
        8h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Wed, Oct 28 | Virgin Australia
        CNS 10:45
        2h 35m
        Direct
        DRW 12:50
        Cairns - Darwin | Wed, Nov 4 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 1,696
        20% off
        SAR 2,120 SAR 1,696
      • DRW 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 14:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Sep 5 | Normal Airline
        CNS 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        DRW 16:00
        Cairns - Darwin | Mon, Sep 7 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        DRW 17:35
        2h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 20:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Sun, Oct 4 | Qantas Airways
        SAR 723 SAR 1,068
        32% off
        32% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 723
      • DRW 08:35
        3h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 12:35
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Sep 21 | Airnorth
        SAR 817 SAR 1,068
        24% off
        24% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 817
      • DRW 08:00
        3h 30m
        Direct
        CNS 12:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Tue, Sep 22 | Airnorth
        SAR 837 SAR 1,068
        22% off
        22% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 837
      • DRW 19:05
        15h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 11:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 794
        26% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 794
      • DRW 01:15
        21h 35m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 815
        24% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 815
      • DRW 01:15
        15h
        1 stop
        CNS 16:45
        Darwin - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 815
        24% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 815
      • DRW 01:15
        21h 35m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 815
        24% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 815
      • DRW 17:00
        26h 20m
        1 stop
        CNS 19:50
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Oct 12 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 824
        23% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 824
      • DRW 17:00
        29h 10m
        1 stop
        CNS 22:40
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Oct 26 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 826
        23% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 826
      • DRW 01:15
        21h 35m
        1 stop
        CNS 23:20
        Darwin - Cairns | Mon, Sep 7 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 833
        22% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 833
      • DRW 05:45
        5h 45m
        1 stop
        CNS 12:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Thu, Oct 1 | Airnorth
        SAR 838
        22% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 838
      • DRW 01:15
        19h 15m
        1 stop
        CNS 21:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Fri, Oct 16 | Jetstar Airways
        SAR 854
        20% off
        SAR 1,068 SAR 854
      • DRW 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 14:00
        Darwin - Cairns | Sat, Sep 5 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport are based on the average fares across airlines for the next three months, based on Trip.com’s latest 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, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport, the best time to buy is in January, with an average price of SAR 969. You’ll want to avoid June, when the average price can reach as high as SAR 1,741.

SAR 1,741
SAR 1,355
SAR 969
SAR 583
    Cheapest
  • SAR 1,129
    Aug
  • SAR 1,515
    Sep
  • SAR 1,310
    Oct
  • SAR 1,162
    Nov
  • SAR 1,505
    Dec
  • SAR 969
    Jan
  • SAR 1,204
    Feb
  • SAR 1,164
    Mar
  • SAR 1,403
    Apr
  • SAR 1,339
    May
  • SAR 1,741
    Jun
  • SAR 1,256
    Jul

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 day to depart from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport is Wednesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Thursday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

SAR 1,478
SAR 1,343
SAR 1,208
SAR 1,073
    Cheapest
  • SAR 1,418
    Mon
  • SAR 1,296
    Tue
  • SAR 1,208
    Wed
  • SAR 1,478
    Thu
  • SAR 1,341
    Fri
  • SAR 1,345
    Sat
  • SAR 1,351
    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 Qantas Airways (from SAR 691) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Qantas Airways
From SAR 691
Jetstar Airways
From SAR 815
Airnorth
From SAR 817
Virgin Australia
From SAR 941

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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. QF1853

    Darwin International Airport

    17:35

    DRW

    2h 30m

    20:35

    CNS

    S - - - - - -
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  2. TL162

    Darwin International Airport

    08:00

    DRW

    3h 30m

    12:00

    CNS

    S - T - T - -
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  3. TL414

    Darwin International Airport

    05:45

    DRW

    1h 45m

    Direct

    07:30

    GTE

    - - - - T - -
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  4. TL414

    Groote Eylandt Airport

    08:00

    GTE

    40m

    Direct

    08:40

    GOV

    - - - - T - -

  5. TL162

    Gove Airport

    09:45

    GOV

    1h 45m

    Direct

    12:00

    CNS

    S - T - T - -

  6. VA454

    Darwin International Airport

    14:35

    DRW

    3h 50m

    Direct

    18:55

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  7. VA799

    Brisbane Airport

    20:40

    BNE

    2h 25m

    Direct

    23:05

    CNS

    S M T W T - S

  8. VA454

    Darwin International Airport

    14:35

    DRW

    3h 50m

    Direct

    18:55

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  9. VA771

    Brisbane Airport

    06:10

    BNE

    2h 30m

    Direct

    08:40

    CNS

    S M T W T - -

  10. VA454

    Darwin International Airport

    14:35

    DRW

    3h 50m

    Direct

    18:55

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  11. JQ928

    Brisbane Airport

    06:00

    BNE

    2h 30m

    Direct

    08:30

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  12. JQ673

    Darwin International Airport

    01:15

    DRW

    3h 40m

    Direct

    05:25

    BNE

    S M T - T F -
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  13. JQ934

    Brisbane Airport

    17:55

    BNE

    2h 25m

    Direct

    20:20

    CNS

    - - T W - F S

  14. VA454

    Darwin International Airport

    14:35

    DRW

    3h 50m

    Direct

    18:55

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  15. VA775

    Brisbane Airport

    08:35

    BNE

    2h 25m

    Direct

    11:00

    CNS

    S M T W T F S

  16. VA454

    Darwin International Airport

    14:35

    DRW

    3h 50m

    Direct

    18:55

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  17. JQ930

    Brisbane Airport

    08:45

    BNE

    2h 30m

    Direct

    11:15

    CNS

    S M - W T F S

  18. JQ673

    Darwin International Airport

    01:15

    DRW

    3h 40m

    Direct

    05:25

    BNE

    S M T - T F -
    Search

  19. VA799

    Brisbane Airport

    20:40

    BNE

    2h 25m

    Direct

    23:05

    CNS

    S M T W T - 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 SAR 723
Cheapest return ticket price SAR 1,494

FAQs for Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport Flights

  • How long is the flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns Airport (CNS)?

    It takes around 2 hours 55 minutes to fly from Darwin International Airport (drw) to Cairns Airport(cns).
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • Tickets cost around SAR 1,070 in October, making it the cheapest month to book. Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is a popular route, so don't forget to book your tickets in advance.
  • The route from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cairns Airport (CNS) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around SAR 1,518 in September, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Darwin International Airport (DRW) at 06:00 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 09:05.
  • The latest flight departs from Darwin International Airport (DRW) at 18:00 and arrives in Cairns Airport (CNS) at 20:55.
    • 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.
  • The earliest flight from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport departs at 07:05, and the last departs at 17:35, with about 6 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport operates around 11 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways and Airnorth. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport takes about 3 hours 19 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • 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 SAR 1,375. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways and Airnorth operate direct flights from Darwin International Airport to Cairns Airport, with an average flight time of 3 hours 20 minutes, and around 5 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
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