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Cheap flights from Auckland to Darwin from $557

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
AKL — DRW
15 May — 22 May1
1 adult
Wed 15/5
Wed 22/5

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Darwin are usually found in January or October, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 10 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,269

Round-trip from

$461
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Auckland Intl to Darwin

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Auckland to Darwin?

Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 4% on the overall cost on flights from Auckland to Darwin.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 61% by booking at least 57 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Auckland to Darwin within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,293.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Darwin?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Darwin from Auckland. Users have commonly found prices around $1,181 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $843. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Darwin (AKL - DRW)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Darwin at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Auckland to Darwin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Auckland and Darwin. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 10 May 2024.
Consider these cheap Qantas Airways flights we've found departing from Auckland to Darwin. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Fri 7/615:30AKL - DRW
1 stop11h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 13/601:15DRW - AKL
1 stop19h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,081
Thu 16/506:00AKL - DRW
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 20/500:55DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,357
Thu 16/507:30AKL - DRW
2 stops19h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 20/500:55DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,657

Cheap Jetstar flights from Auckland to Darwin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Auckland and Darwin. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 10 May 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Jetstar flights travelling from Auckland to Darwin. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Fri 7/620:40AKL - DRW
1 stop29h 55mJetstar
Fri 14/614:45DRW - AKL
2 stops42h 40mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$1,128
Fri 7/622:30AKL - DRW
2 stops28h 05mJetstar
Fri 14/614:45DRW - AKL
2 stops20h 55mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$1,347

Cheap Auckland to Darwin flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Auckland to Darwin specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Prices were last updated on 10 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Auckland to Darwin in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 7/615:30AKL - DRW
1 stop11h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 13/601:15DRW - AKL
1 stop19h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,081
Fri 7/620:40AKL - DRW
1 stop29h 55mJetstar
Fri 14/614:45DRW - AKL
2 stops42h 40mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$1,128
Thu 16/507:30AKL - DRW
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/500:55DRW - AKL
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,169
Fri 7/607:30AKL - DRW
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/600:35DRW - AKL
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,174
Fri 7/620:40AKL - DRW
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/614:30DRW - AKL
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,218
Thu 16/506:00AKL - DRW
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/518:25DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,269
Fri 7/622:30AKL - DRW
2 stops28h 05mJetstar
Fri 14/614:45DRW - AKL
2 stops20h 55mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$1,347
Thu 16/506:00AKL - DRW
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 20/500:55DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,357
Fri 7/609:25AKL - DRW
3 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/614:45DRW - AKL
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,372

Auckland to Darwin 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Auckland and Darwin in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 10 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Auckland to Darwin in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 9/807:30AKL - DRW
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/801:30DRW - AKL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$969
Fri 9/815:55AKL - DRW
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/813:35DRW - AKL
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,031
Thu 31/1015:35AKL - DRW
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Sat 30/1101:05DRW - AKL
1 stop19h 35mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$1,071
Fri 7/615:30AKL - DRW
1 stop11h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 13/601:15DRW - AKL
1 stop19h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,081
Thu 31/1006:00AKL - DRW
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 1/1212:40DRW - AKL
1 stop20h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/5$1,090
Fri 7/620:40AKL - DRW
1 stop29h 55mJetstar
Fri 14/614:45DRW - AKL
2 stops42h 40mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$1,128
Fri 9/807:00AKL - DRW
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/801:30DRW - AKL
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,145
Mon 25/1113:55AKL - DRW
1 stop13h 05mJetstar
Thu 28/1101:05DRW - AKL
1 stop24h 55mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$1,149
Thu 31/1006:20AKL - DRW
2 stops21h 25mJetstar
Sat 30/1101:05DRW - AKL
1 stop19h 35mJetstar
Deal found 9/5$1,163

Auckland to Darwin flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Auckland to Darwin for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 10 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Auckland to Darwin departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Thu 16/507:30AKL - DRW
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/500:55DRW - AKL
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,169
Thu 16/506:00AKL - DRW
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/518:25DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,269
Thu 16/506:00AKL - DRW
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 20/500:55DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,357
Thu 16/506:15AKL - DRW
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/518:25DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,545
Thu 16/507:30AKL - DRW
2 stops19h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 20/500:55DRW - AKL
2 stops18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/5$1,657
Thu 16/515:15AKL - DRW
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/518:45DRW - AKL
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,798

One-way flights to Darwin from Auckland

Search for one-way flight options from Auckland to Darwin. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 538,793 searches. Data last updated 10 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Auckland to Darwin. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Auckland to Darwin instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 6/613:05AKL - DRW
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$557
Thu 6/613:05AKL - DRW
2 stops14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$616
Thu 6/619:30AKL - DRW
3 stops31h 05mJetstar
Deal found 8/5$743

Find flights from Auckland to Darwin within your budget

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 538,793 searches. Data last updated 10 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,081 - $1,565

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Auckland IntlDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/6

1 stop11h 25m

Darwin

Thu 13/6

1 stop19h 40m

$1,081

Auckland IntlDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/6

1 stop29h 55m

Darwin

Fri 14/6

2 stops42h 40m

$1,128

Auckland IntlDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/6

2 stops18h 50m

Darwin

Thu 13/6

1 stop26h 25m

$1,174

Auckland IntlDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/6

1 stop29h 55m

Darwin

Fri 14/6

1 stop18h 55m

$1,218

Auckland IntlDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/6

2 stops28h 05m

Darwin

Fri 14/6

2 stops20h 55m

$1,347

Auckland IntlDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/6

3 stops41h 10m

Darwin

Fri 14/6

2 stops20h 55m

$1,372

Auckland IntlDarwin

AKL - DRW

AKLDRW

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/6

2 stops17h 20m

Darwin

Thu 13/6

2 stops20h 20m

$1,565

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 9/5

When is the best time to 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 3 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Darwin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Darwin flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Darwin by month

Plan your trip from Auckland to Darwin by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Auckland to Darwin is currently $638 while a return flight costs $1,269. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Darwin (average of $304). Flying from Auckland to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $457). 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.

January

$503

February

$537

March

$538

April

$475

May

$522

June

$693

July

$631

August

$547

September

$522

October

$461

November

$484

December

$511

Temperature and rainfall in Darwin by month

Plan your trip to Darwin by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DRW

Temperature

25 - 29 °C

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 10 May 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Auckland to Darwin by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.7
Good
973 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

7.7
Good
973 reviews
7.7
Good
973 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

6.8
Okay
648 reviews
7.7
Good
973 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Auckland to Darwin for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Auckland to Darwin for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qantas Airways for just $1,081, but on average you can expect to pay $1,269.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Auckland to Darwin for under $1,200?

    There are currently 6+ open flights from Auckland to Darwin within the next 7 days for less than $1,200.

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

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Darwin, with prices starting at $1,081. Another option worth looking into is Jetstar, starting at $1,128 round trip. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 8% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does AKL to DRW mean?

    Great question - AKL to DRW just means Auckland Intl Airport to Darwin Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Darwin that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Auckland to Darwin flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Auckland to Darwin with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Auckland to Darwin flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Darwin that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Auckland to Darwin offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Auckland to Darwin?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Auckland to Darwin flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Auckland to Darwin flight deals updated?

    The Auckland to Darwin flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/5.

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JetstarCheapest$695Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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