Question 1

How popular is this Darwin to Cairns flight route?

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Within the past month, 432 users have taken a look at flights from Darwin to Cairns. Find deals

Question 2

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Darwin to Cairns round-trip?

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Currently priced at $565, Jetstar will fly you from Darwin to Cairns and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Airnorth - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $631 and $793, respectively. Find deals

Question 3

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Darwin to Cairns one-way?

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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $275. Qantas Airways flights start at $300 while deals on Airnorth start at $360 one-way. Find deals

Question 4

How far ahead should I book a flight from Darwin to Cairns?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Darwin to Cairns, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure. Find deals

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Darwin to Cairns?

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Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Cairns (average of $189). Flying from Darwin to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 6

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

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Darwin to Cairns flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Weekly flight availability from Darwin to Cairns

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The most flights from DRW to CNS are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Question 10

How recently were the Darwin to Cairns flight deals updated?

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The Darwin to Cairns flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 17/10.

Question 11

What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Cairns?

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Looking for the cheapest flight from Darwin to Cairns? While on average our users pay $496, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $141. The most popular route (Darwin - Cairns), is priced around $569.

Question 12

What are the most reliable airlines from Darwin to Cairns?

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Consider Airnorth (100%), Qantas Airways (69%) or Alliance Airlines (62%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Cairns.

Question 13

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Darwin to Cairns?

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Before booking your flight from Darwin to Cairns, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Airnorth.

Question 14

Are there direct flights from Darwin to Cairns for under $700 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 1 direct flight from Darwin to Cairns under $700. A good price for a direct flight from Darwin to Cairns is less than $631.

Question 15

Are there last-minute flights available from Darwin to Cairns for under $600?

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There are currently 5+ open flights from Darwin to Cairns within the next 7 days for less than $600.

Question 16

Can I find flights from Darwin to Cairns for under $600 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Darwin to Cairns for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $565, but on average you can expect to pay $699.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Darwin to Cairns?

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Departing on a Thursday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 83% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

Question 18

How far in advance should I book a flight from Darwin to Cairns?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Darwin to Cairns, book at least 61 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 137% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $339 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $566.

Question 19

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

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Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Cairns. Flights to Cairns from Darwin in February are about $521 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $278.

Question 20

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DRW to CNS?

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When flying from Darwin to Cairns, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 43% versus a flight in the morning.

Question 21

What airports do I use to fly from Darwin to Cairns?

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If you wish to fly to Cairns from Darwin, then you need to book flights from Darwin to Cairns. There are 3 flights from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS) per day to choose from. Flights to Cairns from Darwin are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from Darwin to Cairns typically takes.

Question 22

What does DRW to CNS mean?

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DRW and CNS are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DRW to CNS refers to a flight route from Darwin Airport to Cairns Airport.

Question 23

Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Darwin to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 24

How can I find direct flights from Darwin to Cairns?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Darwin to Cairns.

Question 25

Can I find deals for business class flights from Darwin to Cairns?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Darwin to Cairns?

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Deals for Darwin to Cairns flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 27

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Darwin to Cairns?

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By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to Cairns from Darwin.

Question 28

Can Cheapflights find flights from Darwin to Cairns with no change fees?

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Certainly. Search results for flights to Cairns from Darwin shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 29

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Darwin to Cairns become cheaper?

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Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

Question 30

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Darwin to Cairns?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Darwin to Cairns flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 31

Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Cairns that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Darwin to Cairns offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 32

Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Cairns that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your Darwin to Cairns flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 33

Can I find deals on flights from Darwin to Cairns with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Darwin to Cairns flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$264	Average$388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$375	Average$714	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Airnorth	Cheapest$400	Average$709	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Airnorth flights

Round-trip from	$565
One-way from	$275
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	February

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