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

Based on current 6-month forward fare data, November 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS), with fares starting from $252.

What is the lowest current fare from DRW to CNS?

The lowest currently-listed fare from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) is $252 on 2026-11-01.

How long is the flight from Darwin to Cairns?

Direct flights from DRW to CNS cover approximately 1,675 km (1,041 miles), with an estimated flight time of 1h 58m. Operating airlines: QF.

Cheap flights from Darwin to Cairns

Cheapest current fares: $252 in November 2026, 1,675 km direct flight in ~1h 58m.

Last updated August 7, 2026 · By Flightmaps Editorial

Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS). Refreshed daily.

Darwin (DRW) → Cairns (CNS)

November 2026 $252
December 2026 $263

Frequently asked questions

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

Based on current 6-month forward fare data, November 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS), with fares starting from $252.
What is the lowest current fare from DRW to CNS?

The lowest currently-listed fare from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) is $252 on 2026-11-01.
How long is the flight from Darwin to Cairns?

Direct flights from DRW to CNS cover approximately 1,675 km (1,041 miles), with an estimated flight time of 1h 58m. Operating airlines: QF.

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