￥28,887 Cheap Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS)

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Cheap Flights from Darwin to Cairns (DRW-CNS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ￥28,887 for one-way flights and ￥137,530 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Australia
Fri, May 2 - Tue, May 6
DRW
Darwin
CNS
Cairns
￥137,530 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
￥137,530
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Darwin to Cairns, returning Tue, May 6, priced at ￥137,530 found 19 hours ago
Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS)
Origin airport
Darwin Intl.
Destination airport
Cairns Intl.
Airlines serving
Airnorth Regional, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Roundtrip price
￥137,530
Distance
1665 km

Darwin to Cairns Flights

Sometimes you just need to get out of town or maybe you’re looking for a change of scenery. Regardless of the reason, a flight from Darwin to will do just the trick! Go on, plan to see all the famous landmarks and eat your weight in the local cuisine. Your trip is beckoning, so answer the call by packing your suitcase and filling your travel itinerary with exploring Cairns.

Whether you’re flying for business or jet-setting on your personal time, you’ve come to the right place. Here at Expedia.com, we’ll pair you up with DRW to CNS flights that won’t make your bank account wince. Ready to temporarily leave behind Darwin for new horizons? Browse through our cheap airfare, and filter by flight times and dates until you find just what you had in mind. From flights without layovers to ones that arrive early in the morning, you’ll come across plane tickets that suit your travel preferences. You can even bundle your flight to CNS with hotels and car rentals to score even bigger savings.

All set to hit the clouds? Book your travel arrangements with us today and have left-over money to put toward your travel outings and adventures.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Darwin Intl. Airport to Cairns Airport?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Darwin Intl. Airport to Cairns Airport start from ￥137,530. Book now to get the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from DRW to Cairns Airport?
The majority of flights can be canceled online, but every airline has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from DRW to CNS?
The flight time from DRW to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) is an easy 6 hours and 55 minutes. If you’re lucky, you might just get through an entire movie before you land!
How far is the flight from DRW to CNS?
The flying distance from Darwin Intl. Airport to Cairns Airport is 1,700 kilometers. Work your way through your travel song playlist or bury your nose in a book and the journey will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) to CNS?
Jetstar (JQ) is one of the top choices for travelers jetting between Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) and Cairns Airport. Take your pick of the 21 flights it offers on this route each month. Another carrier operating on this route is Qantas (QF). You’ll have 17 flights a month to choose from.
Are DRW to CNS flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some super cheap airfares from Darwin Intl. Airport to CNS showing up a few weeks before the departure date. If you’d rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continuously — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices that far in advance.

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