How long is the flight from New Zealand to Darwin?

For as low as $1,258, Jetstar can have you in Darwin from New Zealand in 13h 35m. 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 3 October 2026.

Thu 19/1108:00 -

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Deal found 1/10$1,235

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Deal found 28/9$1,240

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Deal found 1/10$1,261

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Deal found 2/10$1,343

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Deal found 30/9$1,391

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Thu 19/1108:00 -

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Deal found 27/9$1,258

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Deal found 1/10$1,261

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Deal found 28/9$1,418

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Deal found 28/9$1,509

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Deal found 1/10$1,545

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Deal found 30/9$1,568

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Deal found 27/9$1,491

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Deal found 30/9$1,493

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Deal found 30/9$1,527

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Deal found 28/9$1,521

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Deal found 1/10$1,676

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Deal found 28/9$1,552

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Deal found 1/10$1,737

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Round-trip from	$1,144
One-way from	$565
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$1,545

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19/11-24/11
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26h 00m total
New Zealand to Darwin

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20h 40m total
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ChristchurchDarwin

CHC Christchurch - DRW Darwin

CHCDRW

Christchurch

Fri 12/2

07:15-23:25

2 stops19h 40m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$575

WellingtonDarwin

WLG Wellington - DRW Darwin

WLGDRW

Wellington

Fri 27/11

20:10-18:05

2 stops25h 25m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$636

ChristchurchDarwin

CHC Christchurch - DRW Darwin

CHCDRW

Christchurch

Fri 12/2

06:10-23:25

1 stop20h 45m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$652

WellingtonDarwin

WLG Wellington - DRW Darwin

WLGDRW

Wellington

Sat 28/11

16:30-12:00

1 stop23h 00m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$670

WellingtonDarwin

WLG Wellington - DRW Darwin

WLGDRW

Wellington

Wed 18/11

20:10-18:05

2 stops25h 25m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$673

Fastest return journey

WellingtonDarwin

WLG Wellington - DRW Darwin

WLGDRW

Wellington

Sun 25/10

16:00-00:10

1 stop11h 40m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$698

AucklandDarwin

AKL Auckland Intl - DRW Darwin

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/11

06:15-16:30

2 stops13h 45m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$702

WellingtonDarwin

WLG Wellington - DRW Darwin

WLGDRW

Wellington

Wed 18/11

16:00-00:10

1 stop11h 40m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$707

AucklandDarwin

AKL Auckland Intl - DRW Darwin

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Tue 20/10

15:15-00:50

1 stop13h 05m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$711

AucklandDarwin

AKL Auckland Intl - DRW Darwin

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Tue 20/10

07:15-00:20

1 stop20h 35m

Darwin

Wed 31/12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$716

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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 $893). Flying from New Zealand to Darwin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). 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.

Qantas Airways

7.5

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1,101 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

1,101 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,101 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Brian,Sept 2026

HID - CNS

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

570 reviews

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,101 reviews

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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 $1,258, Jetstar can have you in Darwin from New Zealand in 13h 35m. 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 $893). Flying from New Zealand to Darwin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). 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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