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Cheap Flights from Darwin to Cairns

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Prices are from searches made in the last 24 hours and current prices may differ.

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Cheapest Darwin to Cairns Return Prices

These are the cheapest prices for Darwin to Cairns return airfares.

July 2026
$599
August 2026
$502
September 2026
$644
October 2026
$674
November 2026
$640
December 2026
$817
February 2027
$658
March 2027
$722

Average Darwin to Cairns Return Prices

These are the average prices for Darwin to Cairns return airfares.

July 2026
$1,182
August 2026
$1,013
November 2026
$942

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The cheapest month to travel is typically August.

How much do return flights from Darwin to Cairns cost?

The best price we found for a return flight from Darwin to Cairns is $522.

What is the cheapest date to fly from Darwin to Cairns?

Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Darwin to Cairns is 14 October 2026.

What is the cheapest airline that flys from Darwin to Cairns?

Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Darwin to Cairns is Qantas.

Which airlines fly direct from Darwin to Cairns?

Qantas, Alliance Air Pty and Airnorth Regional fly direct.

How long does a direct flight from Darwin to Cairns take?

The shortest direct flight usually takes 2 hours and 30 minutes.

What is the IATA airport code for Cairns?

The IATA code for Cairns is CNS. It is located in Australia at coordinates -16.87469, 145.7537.

When should you book flights to Cairns?

From our data, you should book flights to Cairns 30 days out.

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