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Cheap flights from Auckland to Darwin from $545

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — DRW
15 Nov — 22 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 October 2025.

Mon 17/1108:05AKL - DRW
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Mon 24/1115:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Deal found 14/10$960
Sun 30/1108:05AKL - DRW
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Sun 7/1215:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 45mJetstar
Deal found 16/10$1,084
Fri 28/1108:05AKL - DRW
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Fri 5/1215:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 45mJetstar
Deal found 14/10$1,136
Fri 28/1108:05AKL - DRW
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1217:20DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,154
Mon 17/1120:45AKL - DRW
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1115:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,169
Sun 30/1119:30AKL - DRW
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1217:20DRW - AKL
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$1,192
Sat 29/1108:05AKL - DRW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1200:10DRW - AKL
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,202

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Darwin (DRW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$960

One-way from

$545

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,297
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 20m total
  • Auckland to Darwin
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29/11
  • 29/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 00m total
  • Auckland to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($159 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Darwin that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 October 2025.
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Darwin

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/11

08:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Mon 24/11

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

$960

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sun 30/11

08:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Sun 7/12

15:55-05:10

1 stop9h 45m

$1,084

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 28/11

08:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Fri 5/12

15:55-05:10

1 stop9h 45m

$1,136

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/3

06:20-14:35

1 stop11h 45m

Darwin

Tue 31/3

01:45-23:35

1 stop18h 20m

$1,152

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 28/11

08:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Fri 5/12

17:20-14:55

2 stops18h 05m

$1,154

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/11

20:45-11:15

2 stops42h 00m

Darwin

Mon 24/11

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

$1,169

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sun 30/11

19:30-15:15

1 stop23h 15m

Darwin

Sun 7/12

17:20-12:20

2 stops39h 30m

$1,192

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/11

08:05-13:35

1 stop9h 00m

Darwin

Fri 5/12

00:10-00:15

2 stops20h 35m

$1,202

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/11

08:05-13:35

1 stop9h 00m

$545

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 19/12

15:50-23:20

1 stop11h 00m

$552

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Darwin

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Darwin

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Darwin is 15 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Darwin (average of $799). Flying from Auckland to Darwin in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,265). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Darwin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 October 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Auckland to Darwin is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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 16 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Auckland to Darwin have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
916 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
475 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
514 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Darwin. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Darwin?

    A quick flight from Auckland to Darwin can take about 10h 40m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $960. The distance from Auckland to Darwin is about 5142 km.

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

    Currently priced at $855, Jetstar will fly you from Auckland to Darwin and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,110 and $1,291, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Darwin?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Darwin (average of $799). Flying from Auckland to Darwin in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,265). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Auckland to Darwin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Darwin. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$855Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,110Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,291Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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