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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Darwin from $430

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — DRW
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Darwin

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Darwin
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 11 March 2026.

Sun 19/416:40
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop10h 40m
Jetstar
Wed 22/401:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/3$969
Fri 14/816:40
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop10h 40m
Jetstar
Sun 23/801:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$1,008
Sun 17/506:20
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 45m
Jetstar
Sun 24/519:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/3$1,013
Sun 9/806:20
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop20h 45m
Jetstar
Fri 21/801:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$1,042
Sun 9/817:25
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop9h 40m
Jetstar
Sun 23/801:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$1,048
Wed 12/816:40
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop10h 40m
Jetstar
Sun 23/801:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$1,057
Mon 10/817:25
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop9h 40m
Jetstar
Fri 21/801:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$1,064
Mon 10/817:25
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop9h 40m
Jetstar
Sun 23/801:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$1,070
Thu 23/406:20
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 45m
Jetstar
Wed 29/401:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/3$1,075
Wed 12/816:40
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop10h 40m
Jetstar
Mon 24/801:15
DRW
-
AKL
2 stops20h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/3$1,086
Tue 21/406:20
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 45m
Jetstar
Tue 28/419:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/3$1,094

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Darwin

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Darwin flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$969

One-way from

$430

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,301
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 19/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Darwin
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 11 March 2026.
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

06:20-18:35

1 stop14h 45m

Darwin

Sun 24/5

19:20-16:10

1 stop18h 20m

$1,013

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

06:20-18:35

1 stop14h 45m

Darwin

Tue 28/4

19:20-16:10

1 stop18h 20m

$1,094

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/4

16:40-00:50

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Sat 25/4

01:15-00:30

1 stop20h 45m

$1,143

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

16:40-00:50

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Wed 29/4

18:00-16:05

2 stops19h 35m

$1,151

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

17:25-18:35

1 stop27h 40m

Darwin

Tue 28/4

00:40-14:10

2 stops11h 00m

$1,163

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/5

13:40-00:50

1 stop13h 40m

Darwin

Tue 19/5

01:50-15:05

1 stop10h 45m

$1,375

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/7

11:05-00:10

1 stop15h 35m

Darwin

Sat 1/8

01:30-23:55

1 stop19h 55m

$1,409
Fastest return journey

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/8

06:10-17:15

1 stop13h 35m

Darwin

Wed 26/8

01:10-13:20

1 stop9h 40m

$1,416

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/8

06:05-00:10

1 stop20h 35m

Darwin

Tue 25/8

06:15-00:10

2 stops15h 25m

$1,507

AucklandDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

15:55-00:10

1 stop10h 45m

Darwin

Thu 27/8

15:45-15:05

2 stops20h 50m

$1,537

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Reviews of airlines servicing Darwin

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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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
529 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 $1,013, Jetstar can have you in Darwin from New Zealand in 14h 45m. The distance between New Zealand and Darwin is about 5142 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Darwin one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $362. Qantas Airways flights start at $499 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $577 one-way.

  • 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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Top 2 airlines flying from New Zealand to Darwin

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$413Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$845Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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