> > > > > >
Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport flight
174K verified reviews | Excellent 4.4/5 rating on Trustpilot
Earn Trip Coins and airline miles, all in one booking
All-inclusive prices (incl. taxes, fuel, luggage) without hidden fees
Support 24/7, in 24+ languages

Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport Flights Info

Cheapest one-way
TWD 5,116
Qantas Airways Qantas Airways 2h 35m · Nonstop Fri, Jan 8
Select flight
Cheapest round-trip
TWD 15,299
Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways 17h 15m · 1 stop Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Select flight
When to travel
February
Cheapest

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from TWD 5,116 and round-trip from TWD 15,299. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Book flights to China and enjoy exclusive perks!View details

Displayed flight fares from Cairns to Darwin are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

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

The cheapest airline flying from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport is Qantas Airways (from TWD 5,116) among 1 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport, the best time to buy is in February, with an average price of TWD 9,782. You’ll want to avoid March, when the average price can reach as high as TWD 13,312.

TWD 13,312
TWD 11,547
TWD 9,782
TWD 8,017
    Cheapest
  • TWD 10,789
    Nov
  • TWD 10,060
    Dec
  • TWD 10,580
    Jan
  • TWD 9,782
    Feb
  • TWD 13,312
    Mar
  • TWD 11,528
    Apr
  • TWD 13,100
    May
  • TWD 12,687
    Jun
  • TWD 11,310
    Jul
  • TWD 11,145
    Aug
  • TWD 12,531
    Sep
  • TWD 10,231
    Oct

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International 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 Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport is Friday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Monday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

TWD 12,343
TWD 11,578
TWD 10,812
TWD 10,047
    Cheapest
  • TWD 12,343
    Mon
  • TWD 11,291
    Tue
  • TWD 11,417
    Wed
  • TWD 11,159
    Thu
  • TWD 10,812
    Fri
  • TWD 12,120
    Sat
  • TWD 12,342
    Sun

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

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

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. QF1894

    10:50 AM

    CNS

    2h 35m

    12:55 PM

    DRW

    S M T W T F S
    Search
  2. TL161

    1:35 PM

    CNS

    3h 40m

    4:45 PM

    DRW

    - M - W - F S
    Search
  3. TL163

    4:25 PM

    CNS

    3h 40m

    7:35 PM

    DRW

    S - T - T - -
    Search
  4. JQ929

    6:00 AM

    CNS

    2h 10m

    Nonstop

    8:10 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search
  5. JQ676

    2:30 PM

    BNE

    4h 5m

    Nonstop

    6:05 PM

    DRW

    S - - W - F S
  6. VA770

    6:00 AM

    CNS

    2h 20m

    Nonstop

    8:20 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search
  7. JQ676

    2:30 PM

    BNE

    4h 5m

    Nonstop

    6:05 PM

    DRW

    S - - W - F S
  8. JQ931

    9:10 AM

    CNS

    2h 10m

    Nonstop

    11:20 AM

    BNE

    S - - W - F S
    Search
  9. JQ674

    8:50 PM

    BNE

    4h 15m

    Nonstop

    12:35 AM

    DRW

    - - T - T - S
  10. VA776

    9:15 AM

    CNS

    2h 20m

    Nonstop

    11:35 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F -
    Search
  11. JQ674

    8:50 PM

    BNE

    4h 15m

    Nonstop

    12:35 AM

    DRW

    - - T - T - S
  12. JQ951

    6:40 AM

    CNS

    3h

    Nonstop

    10:40 AM

    SYD

    S M T - T F S
    Search
  13. JQ672

    8:25 PM

    SYD

    4h 35m

    Nonstop

    11:30 PM

    DRW

    - M T - T - S
  14. JQ929

    6:00 AM

    CNS

    2h 10m

    Nonstop

    8:10 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search
  15. JQ674

    8:50 PM

    BNE

    4h 15m

    Nonstop

    12:35 AM

    DRW

    - - T - T - S
  16. TL163

    4:25 PM

    CNS

    3h 40m

    7:35 PM

    DRW

    S - T - T - -
    Search
Find more flights and airlines

FAQs for Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport Flights

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

    Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport takes about 2 hours 54 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Darwin International Airport (DRW).
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport departs at 10:50, and the last departs at 16:25, with about 3 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around TWD 11,921 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at 09:45 and arrives in Darwin International Airport (DRW) at 11:50.
  • The latest flight departs from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at 17:45 and arrives in Darwin International Airport (DRW) at 19:55.
    • The distance from Darwin International Airport to downtown is about 6 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • Qantas Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 516 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport currently start from TWD 5,116, and round-trip fares start from TWD 15,299. The current lowest fare is a Qantas Airways flight departing on Fri, Jan 8; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways and Airnorth operate direct flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 38 minutes, and around 13 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 Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport is TWD 11,370. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Airnorth are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport, with one-way fares starting from TWD 5,116. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Cairns Intl. Airport to Darwin International Airport operates around 13 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways and Airnorth. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Cairns Intl. Airport and Darwin International 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.

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

Book with no extra fees

Prices displayed in this page are all-inclusive prices (incl. taxes, fuel surcharge, civil aviation development fund, etc) with all fees confirmed before payment. Fees for luggage, meals, WLAN, or other additional services are also included as shown in the flight cards.

Real-time pricing updates

Prices, availability, and travel information on this page were updated within last 24 hours—even in real-time. The more popular the route, the more precise the data.

Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com displays flight cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.