How long is the flight from New Zealand to Darwin?

For as low as $1,146, Qantas Airways can have you in Darwin from New Zealand in 19h 25m. The distance between New Zealand and Darwin is about 5142 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Darwin ranges from 0.0 - 400.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 400.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Darwin when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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).

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to Darwin as you normally would.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Darwin from New Zealand?

If you book a flight to Darwin from New Zealand, you will be flying to Darwin, which is the city’s only airport. Darwin (DRW) is located 6.4 km from the centre of Darwin.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Darwin?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 October 2026.

Tue 3/1120:35 -

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Deal found 20/10$1,137

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Deal found 20/10$1,146

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Deal found 20/10$1,148

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Deal found 19/10$1,301

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Deal found 19/10$1,322

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Deal found 18/10$1,334

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Deal found 20/10$1,403

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Deal found 17/10$1,414

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Deal found 20/10$1,468

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Deal found 20/10$1,472

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Deal found 18/10$1,537

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Deal found 17/10$1,547

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Fri 4/1220:35 -

1 stop19h 25m

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1 stop22h 25m

Deal found 20/10$1,146

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Deal found 20/10$1,403

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Deal found 20/10$1,468

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Deal found 19/10$1,551

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Deal found 20/10$1,148

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Deal found 18/10$2,406

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Deal found 19/10$1,283

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Deal found 19/10$1,433

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Deal found 20/10$1,510

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Deal found 20/10$1,472

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Deal found 17/10$1,414

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Deal found 17/10$1,547

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Deal found 19/10$1,510

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Deal found 18/10$1,700

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Deal found 19/10$1,959

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Deal found 17/10$2,214

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2 stops32h 55m

Deal found 17/10$2,302

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Round-trip from	$1,137
One-way from	$491
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$1,394

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3/11-6/11
2 total stops
47h 35m total
New Zealand to Darwin

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20h 55m total
New Zealand to Darwin

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ChristchurchDarwin

CHC Christchurch - DRW Darwin

CHCDRW

Christchurch

Fri 5/2

15:55-18:05

1 stop29h 40m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$516

AucklandDarwin

AKL Auckland Intl - DRW Darwin

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/1

19:40-00:05

1 stop31h 55m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$533

AucklandDarwin

AKL Auckland Intl - DRW Darwin

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/11

20:35-12:30

1 stop19h 25m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$540

AucklandDarwin

AKL Auckland Intl - DRW Darwin

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sat 9/1

20:35-12:30

1 stop19h 25m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$560

ChristchurchDarwin

CHC Christchurch - DRW Darwin

CHCDRW

Christchurch

Sun 24/1

06:20-00:05

1 stop21h 15m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$567

AucklandDarwin

AKL Auckland Intl - DRW Darwin

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/11

06:10-16:30

2 stops37h 50m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$574

ChristchurchDarwin

CHC Christchurch - DRW Darwin

CHCDRW

Christchurch

Fri 5/2

07:15-23:25

2 stops19h 40m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$584

WellingtonDarwin

WLG Wellington - DRW Darwin

WLGDRW

Wellington

Mon 15/2

16:00-11:10

1 stop22h 40m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$611

ChristchurchDarwin

CHC Christchurch - DRW Darwin

CHCDRW

Christchurch

Sun 24/1

06:45-00:05

2 stops20h 50m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$634

Fastest return journey

WellingtonDarwin

WLG Wellington - DRW Darwin

WLGDRW

Wellington

Mon 15/2

11:00-23:50

2 stops16h 20m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$650

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Darwin (average of $882). Flying from New Zealand to Darwin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Darwin

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from New Zealand to Darwin. 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.

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7.5

Good

1,114 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Brian,Sept 2026

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Requested special assistance (wheelchair) for my 95yo mother, but airport staff forgot about it. When it can time to board she wasn’t able to. We had to wait until all passengers had boarded & wait for ground staff to arrive with wheelchair

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,114 reviews

Qantas Airways

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Good

1,114 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Brian,Sept 2026

HID - CNS

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

574 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,114 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Brian,Sept 2026

HID - CNS

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Darwin from New Zealand?
If you book a flight to Darwin from New Zealand, you will be flying to Darwin, which is the city’s only airport. Darwin (DRW) is located 6.4 km from the centre of Darwin.
How long is the flight from New Zealand to Darwin?
For as low as $1,146, Qantas Airways can have you in Darwin from New Zealand in 19h 25m. The distance between New Zealand and Darwin is about 5142 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Darwin that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Darwin flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Darwin?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Darwin.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Darwin?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Darwin?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Darwin (average of $882). Flying from New Zealand to Darwin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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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