NZ$465 Cheap Flights Cairns to Darwin (CNS-DRW)

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Cheap Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Darwin (DRW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Qantas Airways
Sun, 22 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$863 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$863
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, 22 Mar from Cairns to Darwin, returning Sun, 29 Mar, priced at NZ$863 found 2 days ago
Airnorth Regional
Thu, 18 June - Tue, 23 June
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$919 Return, found 16 hours ago
NZ$919
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Airnorth Regional flight, departing Thu, 18 June from Cairns to Darwin, returning Tue, 23 June, priced at NZ$919 found 16 hours ago
Airnorth Regional
Sat, 13 June - Tue, 16 June
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$932 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$932
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Airnorth Regional flight, departing Sat, 13 June from Cairns to Darwin, returning Tue, 16 June, priced at NZ$932 found 5 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 18 June - Tue, 23 June
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$964 Return, found 16 hours ago
NZ$964
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 18 June from Cairns to Darwin, returning Tue, 23 June, priced at NZ$964 found 16 hours ago
Airnorth Regional
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$974 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$974
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Airnorth Regional flight, departing Sat, 1 Aug from Cairns to Darwin, returning Sat, 8 Aug, priced at NZ$974 found 5 days ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 18 June - Tue, 23 June
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$992 Return, found 16 hours ago
NZ$992
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 18 June from Cairns to Darwin, returning Tue, 23 June, priced at NZ$992 found 16 hours ago
Airnorth Regional
Thu, 18 June - Tue, 23 June
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$1,019 Return, found 16 hours ago
NZ$1,019
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Airnorth Regional flight, departing Thu, 18 June from Cairns to Darwin, returning Tue, 23 June, priced at NZ$1,019 found 16 hours ago
Virgin Australia
Thu, 18 June - Tue, 23 June
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$1,022 Return, found 16 hours ago
NZ$1,022
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Thu, 18 June from Cairns to Darwin, returning Tue, 23 June, priced at NZ$1,022 found 16 hours ago
Airnorth Regional
Sat, 13 June - Tue, 16 June
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$1,041 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,041
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Airnorth Regional flight, departing Sat, 13 June from Cairns to Darwin, returning Tue, 16 June, priced at NZ$1,041 found 5 days ago
Qantas Airways
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
CNS
Cairns
DRW
Darwin
NZ$1,058 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,058
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sat, 1 Aug from Cairns to Darwin, returning Sat, 8 Aug, priced at NZ$1,058 found 5 days ago
Flight from Cairns to Darwin route information
Origin airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport
Darwin Intl.
Airlines serving
Airnorth Regional, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia
Return price
NZ$863
Distance
1665 km
Average flight time
2 hours 32 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Cairns Airport to DRW?
Based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) start from NZ$863. Book now to score the best price for your next 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 Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW)?
We get that circumstances change unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from CNS to Darwin Intl. Airport 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 Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to DRW flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cairns Airport to DRW?
The flight distance from Cairns Airport to DRW is 1 700 kilometres. Bring along a drink, some snacks and a laptop filled with movies. Keep yourself entertained and the hours will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from CNS to Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW)?
Jetstar (JQ) will get you from CNS to Darwin Intl. Airport comfortably and safely. You can choose from 17 flights each month along this route.
Are Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Darwin Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so it's no sure thing. While last-minute deals between Cairns Airport and Darwin Intl. Airport (DRW) are of course possible, it's also a good idea to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers publicize their prices up to 12 months ahead of the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to book when the price dips.

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