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$622+ Cheap flights to Darwin

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DRW
10 Feb — 17 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Darwin in 2026

Find the latest flights to Darwin in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 11 January 2026.

Return from

$1,043

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$874
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Auckland to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Darwin. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 11 January 2026.

Thu 12/319:30AKL - DRW
1 stop23h 15mJetstar
Fri 20/315:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Deal found 10/1$1,043
Wed 4/208:05AKL - DRW
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Sun 8/215:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Deal found 9/1$1,069
Thu 12/320:55AKL - DRW
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/315:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,158
Wed 6/506:10AKL - DRW
1 stop20h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 20/512:45DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/1$1,238
Wed 6/506:10AKL - DRW
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/512:45DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,266
Fri 22/506:10AKL - DRW
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 26/506:10DRW - AKL
1 stop15h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,283
Thu 28/515:55AKL - DRW
1 stop22h 30mEmirates
Mon 9/1106:15DRW - AKL
2 stops14h 20mEmirates
Deal found 11/1$1,388

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

19:30-15:15

1 stop23h 15m

Darwin

Fri 20/3

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

$1,043

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/2

08:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Sun 8/2

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

$1,069

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

20:55-15:15

2 stops21h 50m

Darwin

Fri 20/3

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

$1,158

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/2

20:35-10:40

2 stops17h 35m

Darwin

Sun 8/2

06:15-00:05

2 stops14h 20m

$1,451

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

15:05-10:40

2 stops23h 05m

Darwin

Fri 20/3

11:30-12:20

2 stops21h 20m

$1,466

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/2

15:05-10:40

2 stops23h 05m

Darwin

Tue 3/3

12:50-14:40

1 stop22h 20m

$1,473

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

15:55-11:55

1 stop22h 30m

$622

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Deals found on 11/1

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight to Darwin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 23 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Darwin

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Darwin. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Darwin. Reviews last updated 11 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar to Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
968 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
502 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
569 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

FAQs about flying to Darwin

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Darwin?

    For a flight to Darwin, you will be flying into Darwin. Darwin (DRW) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Darwin if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Darwin on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Darwin?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Darwin.

  • Does Darwin have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Darwin can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Darwin?

    Yes. Darwin has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Darwin Airport is the closest property to Darwin (0.0 km away from Darwin).

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