Route characteristics
Distance
1 680 km
Flight time
2h 29m
Time difference
+0h
Cheapest day
Tuesday
Departure airports (1)
DRW Darwin International Airport
Arrival airports (1)
CNS Cairns Airport
Airlines (2)
VA Virgin Australia
TL Airnorth
Agencies (2)
Kiwi.com
Mytrip.com
Airlines — cheapest prices 2
Virgin Australia
$304
Airnorth
$374
Where to buy tickets 2
Kiwi.com
1 tickets · 1 days
from $304
Mytrip.com
2 tickets · 2 days
from $374
Airports
From — Darwin (1)
- DRW Darwin International Airport
To — Cairns (1)
- CNS Cairns Airport
Other destinations from Darwin
Frequently asked questions about the route Darwin — Cairns
How long is the flight from Darwin to Cairns?
Approximate flight time — 2h 29m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Darwin to Cairns?
The straight-line distance — 1 680 km.
What is the time difference between Darwin and Cairns?
The difference — +0h.
From which airports does Darwin operate flights?
From Darwin: DRW (Darwin International Airport).
To which airports in Cairns do flights arrive?
To Cairns: CNS (Cairns Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 2 airlines: Virgin Australia, Airnorth.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Tuesday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Darwin — Cairns
Flights Darwin — Cairns is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 1 680 km. Flight time 2h 29m. Time difference +0h.
From Darwin (DRW) flights depart from 1 airport: DRW. To Cairns (CNS) — 1 arrival airport: CNS.
2 airlines operate on this route: Virgin Australia, Airnorth.
Cheapest day to fly — Tuesday.
Other destinations in Australia from Darwin