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Airlines Flying from Darwin to Cairns

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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Darwin to Cairns based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 675.

  • How long does it take to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 3 hours to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cairns?

    • The distance from Cairns Intl. Airport to downtown is about 5 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS)?

    Airlines with flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS): Airnorth and Qantas Airways.

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Flight Information from Darwin to Cairns

Cheapest one-way flight price NZD 248
Cheapest round-trip ticket price NZD 593
Off-season for travel April
Peak season for travel January
Flight distance 1,690.3 km
Average flight time 3 hours
Popular airline Jetstar Airways

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