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Cheap flights from Darwin to New Zealand from $580

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — AKL
5 Jun — 12 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 May 2026.

Fri 16/1000:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 27/1012:45
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 4/5$1,193
Thu 9/701:30
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/706:20
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,251
Mon 30/1101:05
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop13h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 11/1212:45
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 4/5$1,321
Thu 18/619:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/606:15
AKL
-
DRW
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,329
Fri 16/1014:05
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1006:45
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,350
Fri 16/1000:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1006:45
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,362
Sat 5/915:45
DRW
-
ZQN
1 stop22h 30m
Virgin Australia
Sun 13/916:35
ZQN
-
DRW
1 stop23h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/5$1,370
Tue 16/614:35
DRW
-
ZQN
1 stop22h 35m
Virgin Australia
Tue 23/614:25
ZQN
-
DRW
1 stop24h 05m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 2/5$1,375
Thu 18/619:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 15m
Jetstar
Thu 25/606:15
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop20h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 4/5$1,399
Mon 19/1000:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1006:45
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,414
Sat 5/915:45
DRW
-
ZQN
1 stop22h 30m
Virgin Australia
Mon 14/914:35
ZQN
-
DRW
1 stop25h 40m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 1/5$1,420
Sat 20/619:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/606:10
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,428

Find flight deals from Darwin to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Darwin to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 6 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,193

One-way from

$580

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,022
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 35m total
  • Darwin to New Zealand
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 20m total
  • Darwin to New Zealand
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Thu 9/7

01:30-05:05

1 stop25h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/7

06:20-18:35

1 stop14h 45m

$1,251

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Thu 18/6

19:20-05:05

1 stop31h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/6

17:20-00:45

2 stops33h 55m

$1,357

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Fri 4/9

12:45-13:30

1 stop22h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 13/9

16:35-13:45

1 stop23h 40m

$1,375

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Mon 15/6

00:40-15:40

2 stops12h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 23/6

14:25-12:00

1 stop24h 05m

$1,403

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Sat 5/9

15:45-16:45

1 stop22h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 14/9

14:35-13:45

1 stop25h 40m

$1,420

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 20/6

19:20-16:10

1 stop18h 20m

Auckland Intl

Mon 29/6

06:10-15:55

1 stop12h 15m

$1,428

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Mon 27/7

19:20-16:25

1 stop18h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/8

20:40-18:00

2 stops23h 50m

$1,442

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Fri 10/7

18:45-00:20

2 stops27h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/7

20:40-00:30

2 stops30h 20m

$1,482
Fastest return journey

DarwinWellington

DRW - WLG

DRWWLG

Darwin

Tue 2/6

01:50-13:35

1 stop9h 15m

Wellington

Tue 16/6

14:35-00:50

1 stop12h 45m

$1,508

DarwinWellington

DRW - WLG

DRWWLG

Darwin

Tue 2/6

00:40-17:10

2 stops14h 00m

Wellington

Tue 16/6

14:35-00:50

1 stop12h 45m

$1,508

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Darwin to New Zealand

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

The price you pay for your flight from Darwin to New Zealand may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand (average of $437). Flying from Darwin to New Zealand in March is currently the most expensive (average of $955). 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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Darwin to New Zealand?

    Most people fly from Darwin (DRW) if they book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand. Darwin is conveniently located just 6.4 km from Darwin’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to New Zealand?

    Departing from Darwin to New Zealand will take you 9h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5325 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Darwin to New Zealand?

    While some choose either Darwin - Wellington or Darwin - Queenstown Intl, Darwin - Auckland Intl is the most popular route from Darwin to New Zealand.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to New Zealand 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 Darwin to New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand (average of $437). Flying from Darwin to New Zealand in March is currently the most expensive (average of $955). 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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