How much are return flights from Cairns to Darwin?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Darwin is $257. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Cairns to Darwin?

2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Darwin.

Which airlines fly direct from Cairns to Darwin?

Qantas, Jetstar and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Cairns to Darwin.

How many flights are there a week from Cairns to Darwin?

As of May 2024, there are 14 flights per week flying from Cairns to Darwin.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Darwin?

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Darwin is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport on Friday, 5 July 2024 .

Can I get a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport ?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Darwin?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Darwin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Darwin?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Darwin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns Airport to Darwin with?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Darwin.

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Darwin.$257 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jul, returning Fri, 12 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 5 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Fri, 12 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $257, select.

Darwin.$288 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Sep, returning Sun, 8 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 6 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Sun, 8 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.

Darwin.$297 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Aug, returning Wed, 21 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sun, 18 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Wed, 21 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $297, select.

Darwin.$317 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Nov, returning Tue, 12 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Tue, 5 Nov, arriving in Darwin.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Tue, 12 Nov, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $317, select.

Darwin.$318 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Feb, returning Thu, 20 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Thu, 13 Feb, arriving in Darwin.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Thu, 20 Feb, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.

Darwin.$318 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jan, returning Thu, 30 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sun, 26 Jan, arriving in Darwin.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Thu, 30 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $318, select.

Darwin.$340 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 May, returning Sun, 2 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Fri, 31 May, arriving in Darwin.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Sun, 2 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.

Darwin.$384 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Aug, returning Wed, 21 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Cairns on Sun, 18 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Darwin on Wed, 21 Aug, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Darwin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairns to Darwin flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Cairns to Darwin: Alternative routes

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Cairns to Darwin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$257
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	14

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

: The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Darwin is $257. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: 2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Cairns to Darwin.
: Qantas, Jetstar and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Cairns to Darwin.
: As of May 2024, there are 14 flights per week flying from Cairns to Darwin.
: The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Darwin is usually July.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Darwin Airport on Friday, 5 July 2024.
: Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
: We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Darwin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
: We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Darwin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
: Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Darwin.

Which airlines fly from Cairns to Darwin?

Jetstar is the only airline running direct flights to Darwin, but AirNorth, Qantas and Virgin Australia all operate connecting routes.
Skyscanner has an advice page on the best time to book, which is really helpful for planning your travel, and saving money whilst you do it.

How easy is it to depart from Cairns?

Cairns Airport is the main hub for Cairns, and it is easy to make your way through its 2 terminals.

Domestic Terminal (T2) – all flights to Darwin will depart from T2.

There are executive lounges, cash machines, restaurants, shops, and free WiFi access all available at this airport. You can connect from the other terminal via a walkway.

Arrive at this airport at least 1 hour before your flight is due to depart.

What do I need before I depart from Cairns?

A form of photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
Please be aware, that if you are not an Australian citizen or resident, you may need to carry your passport.

What information do I need to know before arriving in Darwin?

Darwin Airport is the primary airport for the city of Darwin, with 1 modern terminal.

Main Terminal – All flights from Cairns are directed to the same terminal.

You’ll find that this airport has dining outlets, shops, showers, free WiFi, ATMs, and charging points.

What is the weather like in Darwin?

Darwin has a similar climate to Cairns, with average temperatures between 21-32°C. The wet season falls between November to April.

Is there a time difference between Cairns and Darwin?

Darwin is 30 minutes ahead of Cairns.

Is Darwin cheaper than Cairns?

Darwin is more expensive than Cairns, by about 15-50% with costs trending the highest when it comes to accommodation. Read about the best things to do in Darwin on Skyscanner.