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WAS — DRW
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

Flights to Darwin in 2024

Find the latest flights to Darwin in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 122,226 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,400
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024

Average price of flights to Darwin by month

Plan your trip to Darwin by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Darwin is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Darwin by month

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DRW

Temperature

25 - 29 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Darwin, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
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 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Darwin should consider flying on Sunday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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  • How long is the flight to Darwin?

    You can find Darwin flight deals from the major cities in New Zealand. From Auckland International Airport (AKL), it can take from around 16h 35min to almost 43h to reach Darwin International Airport (DRW). If you are departing from Christchurch Airport (CHC) or Wellington International Airport (WLG), your travel time could be between about 20h and approximately 56h to arrive in Darwin. These times will depend on how many stops you take, where these stops are, and how long you have to wait between flights.

  • Are there nonstop flights to Darwin?

    Unfortunately, there are currently no direct flights from New Zealand to Darwin. If you are flying out of Auckland, you can choose from one-stop flights with layovers in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, or Sydney. There are also two-stop options through Brisbane and Melbourne, Sydney, or Adelaide. From Christchurch or Wellington, there are mainly two-stop routes where you would most likely be flying to Auckland first then through Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, or Sydney.

  • How do you get from the Darwin airport to the city centre?

    There is a public bus stop at Charles Eaton Drive, about an 8min walk from Darwin International Airport, Darwin, where you can catch the 5 or 22 Bus for an approximately 1h ride to central Darwin. You can also take the Darwin City shuttle that runs from the airport to various locations around Darwin for around A$ 14.50 (NZ$ 15) per person. The drive from Darwin International Airport, Darwin, to the city centre takes around 15-20min. From the airport, you can rent a car to drive yourself, take a taxi from the rank in front of the terminal, or hail a rideshare through a service like Uber to pick you up at the rideshare pick-up point in the short-stay car park.

  • What are some things to do in Darwin?

    Darwin offers a range of activities and destinations with something for everyone. You could also head to one of the sailing clubs to watch the many water sports in action or join in fun. Or you can learn more about the legendary saltwater crocodiles that rule the waters at Crocosaurus Cove. Street food connoisseurs may not want to miss a visit to Parap Markets for the many stalls featuring Southeast Asia specialities. For a more local flair, visit Aboriginal Bush Traders where you can support Indigenous communities as you try bushfood and browse and buy local art and handicrafts. If you are travelling to Darwin from the end of April to the end of October, there’s the Mindil Beach Sunset Market where you can witness and experience Darwin’s multicultural heritage at stalls of foods, crafts, and entertainment from all over. And in August, you can also spend time at the Darwin Festival where local and regional artists show off their talents all day and into the night.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Darwin?

    New Zealand citizens travelling to Darwin, Australia, automatically qualify for a Special Category Visa (SCV) upon entering Australia. You will need to present a valid passport for an arrival stamp or processing through the automated SmartGate system. The SCV allows you to stay and work indefinitely in Australia as long as you keep your New Zealand citizenship, maintain a good standing, and do not become a serious health risk.

  • What does DRW mean?

    Great question - DRW just means Darwin Airport. Now you’ll know what this unique code and ones like it mean when you look for flights!

  • 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.

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