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Lowest fare₹27,636Qantas Airways
Fastest2h 35mgate to gate
Options found45flights on this route
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Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1894
10:50
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
2H :35 M
Non Stop
12:55
2026-11-14
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 Pieces
Airnorth Reg
Airnorth Reg
TL-161
13:35
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
3H :40 M
Non Stop
16:45
2026-11-14
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 20 KG
Airnorth Reg
Airnorth Reg
TL-161
13:35
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
28H :05 M
2 Stops
GOV · 23h 20m Gove (GOV), Australia
GTE · 0h 30m Groote Eylandt (GTE), Australia
17:10
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 15 KG
Airnorth Reg
Airnorth Reg
TL-161
13:35
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
44H :55 M
2 Stops
GOV · 23h 20m Gove (GOV), Australia
GTE · 17h 35m Groote Eylandt (GTE), Australia
10:00
2026-11-16
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 15 KG
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
VA-770
06:00
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
8H :05 M
1 Stop
BNE · 1h 30m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
13:35
2026-11-14
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1583
11:15
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
37H :25 M
2 Stops
BNE · 5h 20m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 23h 45m Sydney (SYD), Australia
00:10
2026-11-16
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 1 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1891
06:00
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
42H :40 M
2 Stops
BNE · 20h 40m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 13h 40m Sydney (SYD), Australia
00:10
2026-11-16
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1887
13:50
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
34H :50 M
2 Stops
BNE · 15h 30m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 10h 55m Sydney (SYD), Australia
00:10
2026-11-16
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 6 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1881
09:15
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
39H :25 M
2 Stops
BNE · 17h 25m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 13h 40m Sydney (SYD), Australia
00:10
2026-11-16
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1583
11:15
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
25H :15 M
1 Stop
BNE · 18h 50m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
12:00
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1887
13:50
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
22H :40 M
1 Stop
BNE · 16h 15m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
12:00
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 6 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1885
15:40
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
33H :00 M
2 Stops
BNE · 14h 30m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 10h 10m Sydney (SYD), Australia
00:10
2026-11-16
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1881
09:15
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
27H :15 M
1 Stop
BNE · 20h 50m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
12:00
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
VA-784
14:40
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
23H :25 M
1 Stop
BNE · 16h 50m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
13:35
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1891
06:00
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
29H :40 M
2 Stops
BNE · 5h 10m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 16h 05m Sydney (SYD), Australia
11:10
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1819
06:50
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
29H :40 M
2 Stops
SYD · 19h 15m Sydney (SYD), Australia
BNE · 1h 45m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
12:00
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 8 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1885
15:40
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
20H :50 M
1 Stop
BNE · 14h 25m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
12:00
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
VA-780
11:40
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
26H :25 M
1 Stop
BNE · 19h 50m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
13:35
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1887
13:50
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
21H :50 M
2 Stops
BNE · 12h 50m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 0h 40m Sydney (SYD), Australia
11:10
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1819
06:50
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
28H :50 M
1 Stop
SYD · 21h 25m Sydney (SYD), Australia
11:10
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 8 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1885
15:40
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
20H :00 M
2 Stops
BNE · 11h 00m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 0h 40m Sydney (SYD), Australia
11:10
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-703
11:40
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
37H :00 M
2 Stops
MEL · 14h 55m Melbourne (MEL), Australia
SYD · 12h 40m Sydney (SYD), Australia
00:10
2026-11-16
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces

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Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1891
06:00
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
31H :00 M
2 Stops
BNE · 0h 45m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
MEL · 20h 50m Melbourne (MEL), Australia
12:30
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1881
09:15
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
26H :25 M
2 Stops
BNE · 4h 40m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 13h 20m Sydney (SYD), Australia
11:10
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 2 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
QF-1583
11:15
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
24H :25 M
2 Stops
BNE · 2h 40m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
SYD · 13h 20m Sydney (SYD), Australia
11:10
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
VA-776
09:15
2026-11-14
Cairns (CNS)Australia flagCairns
28H :50 M
1 Stop
BNE · 22h 15m Brisbane (BNE), Australia
13:35
2026-11-15
Darwin (DRW)Australia flagDarwin
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Sat, 14 Nov 2026.

Lowest fare ₹27,636 Qantas Airways 10:50
Earliest departure ₹62,588 Virgin Australia 06:00
Shortest duration ₹27,636 Qantas Airways 10:50
Night 00:00-05:59 No option Open full search for more
Morning 06:00-11:59 ₹27,636 Qantas Airways at 10:50
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 ₹32,169 Airnorth Reg at 13:35
Evening 18:00-23:59 No option Open full search for more

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Cairns (CNS)

Cairns

Australia

GMT 10

Latitude: -16.885799408

Longitude: 145.755004883

Darwin (DRW)

Darwin

Australia

GMT 9.5

Latitude: -12.41469955444336

Longitude: 130.8769989013672

Distance: Cairns (CNS), Australia to Darwin (DRW), Australia - 1,675.26 km
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Route forecast

Weather in Cairns and Darwin

Live forecast for both cities, 03 Nov to 06 Nov.

Departure city

Cairns

Fri, 06 Nov
31°CCloudyLow 25°
67% humidity 11 km/h wind 0.1 mm rain
  • Tue29° / 24°
  • Wed29° / 22°
  • Thu30° / 22°
Arrival city

Darwin

Fri, 06 Nov
32°CPartly cloudyLow 30°
63% humidity 9 km/h wind 1.9 mm rain
  • Tue30° / 28°
  • Wed32° / 29°
  • Thu32° / 27°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for Darwin

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.

  • 03NovMelbourne CupTuesday
  • 25DecChristmas DayFriday
  • 28DecBoxing DayMonday
  • 01JanNew Year's DayFriday
  • 26JanAustralia DayTuesday

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How to travel Cairns to Darwin

Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹27,6362h 35m2 flights
Connecting flight₹49,439Longer, includes a stop43 options

Air distance is about 1,675 km. 3 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Cairns to Darwin

Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.

Qantas Airways Flights

from ₹27,63637 flights
Fares from
₹27,636
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
37 in the list above

Virgin Australia Flights

from ₹62,5885 flights
Fares from
₹62,588
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
5 in the list above

Airnorth Reg Flights

from ₹32,1693 flights
Fares from
₹32,169
Non-stop
1 in these results
Departures
3 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration2h 35m · Qantas Airways
First departure of the day06:00 · Virgin Australia
Last departure of the day15:45 · Virgin Australia
Flight options found45
Direct / non-stop options2
Airport codesCairns–CNS, Darwin–DRW

Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.

Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Sat, 14 Nov found 45 flight options, 2 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 15:45. The fastest flight takes about 2h 35m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from ₹27,636, Afternoon from ₹32,169. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Cairns to Darwin flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Cairns to Darwin dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Saturday at ₹27,636. This can change from week to week.

How far is Cairns from Darwin by air?

The direct air distance between Cairns (CNS) and Darwin (DRW) is about 1,675 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Is there a direct flight from Cairns to Darwin?

Yes. 2 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Cairns to Darwin, operated by Qantas Airways and Airnorth Reg. Use the Stops filter to see only those.

Which airlines fly Cairns to Darwin?

Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia and Airnorth Reg are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from Cairns to Darwin?

The quickest non-stop Cairns to Darwin flight on this page takes about 2h 35m. Non-stop flights here take between 2h 35m and 3h 40m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.

What is the baggage allowance on Cairns to Darwin flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 1 Pieces, 20 KG and 15 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest Cairns to Darwin flight fare?

The lowest Cairns to Darwin fare on this page is ₹27,636. Fares on the same dates run up to ₹99,458, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

Which is the cheapest airline for Cairns to Darwin flight?

On this page, Qantas Airways has the lowest Cairns to Darwin fare, starting from ₹27,636. Airnorth Reg is next, from ₹32,169. The cheapest airline can change with the date, so compare a few days around your trip.

What time do Cairns to Darwin flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 06:00 and the last around 15:45, local time at Cairns. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

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Before you book this route

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Where these fares come from

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What to Expect When Booking Your Flight

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Approx route distance: 1,675.26 km.

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Lowest Cairns to Darwin airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare ₹27,636 14/11/2026 Qantas Airways 10:50
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days ₹27,083 27/11/2026 Qantas Airways 10:50
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days ₹26,254 26/01/2027 Qantas Airways 10:50

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Cairns to Darwin Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between Cairns and Darwin is about 1,675 KM. In these results, journey times range from 2h 35m to 44h 55m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.

Cairns to Darwin flight duration is approximately 2 hours 35 minutes non-stop. There are 2 non-stop Cairns to Darwin direct flights on the departure date shown on this page. Cairns to Darwin flight distance is around 1,675 KM.

Cairns to Darwin Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 45 flight options, 2 of them non-stop. The first departure from Cairns is at 06:00 and the last is at 15:45. Flights leave from Cairns and land at Darwin.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteCairns to Darwin
Aerial Distance1,675 KM
Flight Duration2h 35m - 44h 55m
Airport CodesCairns - CNS, Darwin - DRW
Total Flights Available45 flights2 direct43 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 06:00
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 15:45
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)9 flights0 direct9 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)17 flights1 direct16 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)19 flights1 direct18 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)No flights in this time slot
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)No flights in this time slot

Airport Information & Terminals

CNS: Cairns airport. Cairns airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.

DRW: Darwin airport. Darwin airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
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