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Cheap Flight Deals to Darwin

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Darwin that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals to Darwin

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly to Darwin.
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20:50 - 00:35BNE-DRW
4h 15mdirect
01:30 - 05:40DRW-BNE
3h 40mdirect
$328Jetstar
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Fri, 4 Apr - Sat, 12 Apr
21:20 - 00:20MEL-DRW
4h 30mdirect
02:15 - 06:55DRW-MEL
4h 10mdirect
$328Jetstar
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Thu, 3 Apr - Mon, 7 Apr
20:50 - 00:35BNE-DRW
4h 15mdirect
14:40 - 19:00DRW-BNE
3h 50mdirect
Fri, 4 Apr - Wed, 9 Apr
20:50 - 00:45BNE-DRW
4h 25mdirect
01:30 - 05:40DRW-BNE
3h 40mdirect
Thu, 15 May - Sat, 17 May
08:50 - 12:35BNE-DRW
4h 15mdirect
13:20 - 17:55DRW-BNE
4h 05mdirect
$455Virgin Australia
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Sat, 22 Mar - Sat, 29 Mar
20:50 - 00:45BNE-DRW
4h 25mdirect
14:40 - 19:00DRW-BNE
3h 50mdirect
$467Virgin Australia
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Wed, 7 May - Wed, 14 May
09:10 - 13:10MEL-DRW
4h 30mdirect
06:00 - 10:40DRW-MEL
4h 10mdirect
$654Qantas Airways
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Fri, 18 Apr - Sat, 26 Apr
17:45 - 19:55CNS-DRW
2h 40mdirect
14:05 - 17:05DRW-CNS
2h 30mdirect
$716Qantas Airways
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Wed, 2 Apr - Wed, 9 Apr
12:20 - 10:45CNS-DRW
22h 55m1 stop
08:00 - 12:00DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
$784Airnorth
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Thu, 7 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
16:00 - 19:00CNS-DRW
3h 30m1 stop
08:00 - 12:00DRW-CNS
3h 30m1 stop
$864Airnorth
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Flights to Darwin - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Darwin to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Darwin?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Darwin was found on the route from Sydney, at $513 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Darwin and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $328 in the last 3 days.

How much is a flight to Darwin?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Darwin from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.
A flight to Darwin costs $443 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $148 and departed from Adelaide. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Melbourne to Darwin which costs $513 on average, and Adelaide to Darwin, which costs $554 on average.
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What is the cheapest day to fly to Darwin?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Darwin clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Darwin is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $596. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $669 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Darwin?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Darwin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to Darwin is February, where tickets cost $477 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is $720 and $679 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is May with an average price of $767.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Darwin?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Darwin depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Darwin is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $557 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Darwin is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,100.

What is a good deal for flights to Darwin?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Darwin, 25% of our users found tickets to Darwin for the following prices or less: From Brisbane $349 return, from Melbourne Airport $379 return, from Adelaide $419 return.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Darwin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$213
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Darwin

When to book flights to Darwin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Darwin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs - booking Darwin flights

  • Is there anywhere I can get access to water?

    When you arrive at Darwin Airport, you might be thirsty after your flight, so it’s always a good idea to hydrate. If you have your own reusable water bottle, then you can access drinking water via one of the airport’s water fountains. Located on the ground floor of the terminal building, you’ll be refreshed and all set for your onward journey.

  • Is there disabled parking at Darwin Airport?

    If you are being picked up at the airport, the person collecting you can utilise the disabled parking spots available. The parking bays are clearly marked and reserved for those that have a valid disability permit. These are located within the short-stay car park, which is closest to the terminal, so you won’t have to travel too far. Alternatively, you can also be collected from the kerbside pick-up areas at the front of the airport, which have designated disabled parking areas.

  • Are there any family facilities at Darwin Airport?

    If you’re planning on taking the entire family on a flight to Darwin, parents of infants will be pleased to know that Darwin Airport has baby changing facilities located on the ground floor (opposite Gate 9) and the first floor (near Green Bean café), as well as in the International Departures lounge.

  • How can I get to Darwin city centre from Darwin Airport?

    Since it’s only five kilometres away from the airport, Darwin City is easily accessible by the Darwin City Airport Shuttle Service, which operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, or by the Buslink bus service. In addition to a variety of private coaches and cars, taxi and car rental are other convenient methods of transport to Darwin City.

  • Are there any places to relax at Darwin Airport?

    The Qantas Lounge boasts seating for over 300 guests, a business centre and a dedicated family zone, while the Virgin Lounge seats 130 people and features a multi-purpose meeting room and shower facilities. The Catalina Lounge, holding up to 70 people, is a premium facility with catering services that is open to all passengers regardless of their airline.

  • Are there any on-site hotels at Darwin Airport?

    No, there are no hotels located on the airport grounds, but a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport is one of the guest services offered by a few of the hotels in Darwin. Some of these include the Mercure Darwin Airport Resort, Novotel Darwin Airport and Quality Hotel Darwin Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Darwin?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Darwin was found on the route from Sydney, at $513 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Darwin and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as $328 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Darwin Airport from central Darwin?

    The city centre of Darwin is 6 km from Darwin.

  • What is the name of Darwin’s airport?

    When flying to Darwin, you'll arrive at Darwin Airport (DRW). The airport is also known as Darwin.

  • How much is a flight to Darwin?

    On average, a flight to Darwin costs $443. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $148 and departed from Adelaide Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Darwin?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Darwin.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Darwin?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Darwin is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Darwin?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Darwin with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Darwin?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Darwin up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Darwin

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Darwin? 25% of our users found return tickets to Darwin for the following prices or less: From Kununurra $422, from Melbourne $816, from Canberra $852
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be July and August. The cheapest month to fly from Australia is May.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Darwin flight deals.
  • If you have a disability or reduced mobility, then you can get assistance at Darwin International Airport (DRW) upon arrival. You must make a request for assistance, such as the provision of a wheelchair, with your airline a minimum of 48h prior to your flight, though, so that suitable arrangements can be made. All the facilities in the terminal are also wheelchair accessible.
  • If you’ve got any luggage at Darwin Airport that is too heavy to carry, then you can collect it from the baggage carousel using one of the free-of-charge luggage trolleys. These are available at baggage collection areas as well as throughout the terminal.
  • If you are transferring at Darwin Airport, or you just don’t want to carry your luggage around with you for the entire day, then you can utilise the luggage lockers that are available at the airport. Located in the walkway shelter of the short-stay car park, you can pay via credit card on arrival and enjoy a day without lugging your bags around.
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) is the main airport in Darwin and serves as the gateway to the Northern Territory of Australia. If it’s your first flight to Darwin, TravelNT has a website where you can get information and discover many of the sights and attractions in the city and surrounding areas.
  • Looking for a souvenir or gift shop at Darwin Airport? If you are, stop by Australia Way and pick up a few authentic aboriginal handicrafts that would be perfect for any occasion. If you require any travel aids, books or magazines, News Travel Domestic/International is there to serve you, while JR Duty Free offers perfumes, confectionery and alcohol.
  • If you’re looking for places to eat at Darwin Airport, there are several food and beverage outlets located around the terminal building. Giancarlo and Dome are two eateries that are open 24 hours a day, or you can visit Hungry Jack’s if you’d prefer something to go. Additionally, Hector’s Bar is a great location to enjoy a drink and Green Bean is the place to go for coffee.
  • International visitors on flights to Darwin can visit Travel Money Oz at Darwin Airport if they require currency exchange or cash advances, walking away without paying any fees or commission. Travel Money Oz is located on the ground floor of the Arrivals hall and the first floor of the Departures hall.
  • For passengers being collected by car or looking for parking options for their rental car at Darwin Airport, there is short stay parking in front of the terminal to allow for drop offs and pick ups. There are two other locations for long stay parking, which connect to the terminal building by shuttle bus.
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Top 4 airlines flying to Darwin

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Darwin. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Darwin. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Darwin? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 417 reviews
7.6Boarding
6.3Entertainment
7.4Comfort
8.1Crew
6.4Food
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Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Feb 2025SYD - MEL
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Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Checked Baggage line up was long but moved quickly, rest of the process, boarding, crew was excellent

Virgin has always provided a smooth and comfortable flight. This one was no different. Seats are comfortable. Staff are great. This is my favourite airline.

Virgin changed the flight to an Alliance flight. Smaller plane, tea coffee and water the only refreshments available and not sure what happened to the extra money I paid to sit in a selected seat with extra leg room. This is obviously a regular switch as it happened on our flight there and back. Do not recommend.

Late boarding, late departure due to weather and slow boarding, packed 5+hour flight, only 2 toilets for main cabin, tight leg room, no free food except tea, coffee, and water, arrived 75 minutes late.

Cramped, crowded flight, with no complimentary food except coffee, tea, or water.

Check-in was good and efficient, Boarding was quick and easy. Didn't like the entertainment side of things requiring your phone to connect for a screen, my eyes are bad enough to use my phone more than I already do. Trip was comfortable and baggage claim was good. If coffee and tea were free, then why not a soda or juice as well, its not like its an alcoholic drink.

Check-in was good and efficient, Boarding was quick and easy. Didn't like the entertainment side of things requiring your phone to connect for a screen, my eyes are bad enough to use my phone more than I already do. Trip was comfortable and baggage claim was good.

The flight was delayed by 45 minutes, but boarding, actual flight, and crew were great. However, there was Zero free food and only water, tea, or coffee to drink. Everything else was for sale. No onboard entertainment but it was a short flight.

It’s a two prop flight so I had problems with my ears on re- entering ! But otherwise fine

I love flying with Qantas. There was no onscreen entertaining on this flight, and only a snack provided (not a meal) but still better than Jetstar or Virgin (in my opinion) so still happy.

The food was terrible. And the flight attendants were very rude. One flight attendant wouldn’t help a passenger lift their carry-on. Another flight attendant wouldn’t give a man an extra blanket. And they walked by not even looking at the passengers to see if they needed a glass of water.

Wheelchair assistance to move through the terminals and to/from the plane door was excellent. No vegan snack on the flight, only something with salami and cheese in it.

I have flown Qantas multiple times in the past it seemed this flight the plane had less seat room or the seats were way less comfortable than before. Everything else was about the same. Thanks

The old Plane had not been cleaned properly in a long time.

I got upgraded from economy to business, and the experience was outstanding

Boarding was over 3 hrs late and we didn’t land until almost 1:30am

I disliked the fact that they forced people to put up their seats during meal service

Headphone jacks worked poorly, seat recline was broken. Planes were rundown.

Cons: "In this time of Covid-19 the few passengers on the plane were all sat in the same area. There was plenty of room to put at least one seat between passengers"

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

Not very good, no food and not drink ( caffe or tea). Never ever fly with jet star.

Fabulous I have no issues with JetStar great service always use them to fly

Flight was as expected - we got what we paid for which was a base fare

Hardly we had overweight and we were asked to pay $75. We were checked by a female and weight was alright

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I got what I paid for - flight was clean, staff were friendly

I like that fare is cheap but because there's no amenities whatsoever. You get what you paid for.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

It is what it is - nothing more, nothing less. No entertainment onboard but one kinda knows that when buying a ticket on a no frills airline. I choose Jetstar only because of price.

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Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Darwin found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
4/4Fri
directJetstar
4h 15mBNE-DRW
12/4Sat
directJetstar
3h 40mDRW-BNE
$328
3/4Thu
directJetstar
4h 30mMEL-DRW
7/4Mon
directJetstar
4h 10mDRW-MEL
$328
4/4Fri
direct
4h 15mBNE-DRW
9/4Wed
direct
3h 50mDRW-BNE
$395
15/5Thu
direct
4h 25mBNE-DRW
17/5Sat
direct
3h 40mDRW-BNE
$408
22/3Sat
directVirgin Australia
4h 15mBNE-DRW
29/3Sat
directVirgin Australia
4h 05mDRW-BNE
$455
7/5Wed
directVirgin Australia
4h 25mBNE-DRW
14/5Wed
directVirgin Australia
3h 50mDRW-BNE
$467
18/4Fri
directQantas Airways
4h 30mMEL-DRW
26/4Sat
directQantas Airways
4h 10mDRW-MEL
$654
2/4Wed
directQantas Airways
2h 40mCNS-DRW
9/4Wed
directQantas Airways
2h 30mDRW-CNS
$716
7/8Thu
1 stopAirnorth
22h 55mCNS-DRW
27/8Wed
1 stopAirnorth
3h 30mDRW-CNS
$784
15/8Fri
1 stopAirnorth
3h 30mCNS-DRW
27/8Wed
1 stopAirnorth
3h 30mDRW-CNS
$864

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Darwin found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/3Wed
directJetstar
4h 30mSYD-DRW
$213
7/4Mon
directJetstar
4h 30mMEL-DRW
$215
12/3Wed
1 stopVirgin Australia
7h 05mSYD-DRW
$259
15/3Sat
1 stopVirgin Australia
6h 35mSYD-DRW
$260
30/3Sun
1 stop
12h 55mPER-DRW
$287
21/5Wed
1 stop
18h 45mPER-DRW
$298
19/3Wed
directQantas Airways
4h 35mMEL-DRW
$326
5/3Wed
directQantas Airways
2h 35mCNS-DRW
$354
1/3Sat
1 stopAirnorth
3h 30mCNS-DRW
$378
21/7Mon
1 stopAirnorth
3h 30mCNS-DRW
$379

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Last minute flights to Darwin

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Darwin that are departing in the next 10 days.
21/2Fri
direct
4h 15mBNE-DRW
23/2Sun
direct
3h 50mDRW-BNE
$644
25/2Tue
directJetstar
4h 30mSYD-DRW
3/3Mon
multi-stopJetstar
8h 15mDRW-SYD
$648
21/2Fri
directVirgin Australia
4h 15mBNE-DRW
24/2Mon
multi-stopVirgin Australia
16h 10mDRW-BNE
$662
21/2Fri
directVirgin Australia
4h 15mBNE-DRW
24/2Mon
directVirgin Australia
4h 05mDRW-BNE
$666
25/2Tue
direct
4h 30mSYD-DRW
4/3Tue
multi-stop
7h 35mDRW-SYD
$691
25/2Tue
multi-stop
40h 20mSYD-DRW
3/3Mon
multi-stop
8h 15mDRW-SYD
$724
25/2Tue
multi-stop
27h 30mSYD-DRW
3/3Mon
multi-stop
6h 55mDRW-SYD
$732
21/2Fri
multi-stop
6h 45mBNE-DRW
23/2Sun
direct
3h 50mDRW-BNE
$751
23/2Sun
directQantas Airways
2h 35mCNS-DRW
29/3Sat
directQantas Airways
2h 25mDRW-CNS
$820
24/2Mon
multi-stopQantas Airways
28h 05mBNE-DRW
25/2Tue
multi-stopQantas Airways
15h 10mDRW-BNE
$952

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Everything you need to know for your flight to Darwin

Flights with popular airlines flying to Darwin

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