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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin from $228

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 20/5. 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.
MEL — DRW
11 May — 18 May1
1 adult
Sat 11/5
Sat 18/5

The best prices from Melbourne to Darwin are usually found in October or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 6 May 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$575

Round-trip from

$460
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Darwin.

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

To save up to 37% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 50 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Melbourne Airport to Darwin from $604 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $660 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Darwin. Flights to Darwin from Melbourne Airport in October are about $561 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $213.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (MEL - DRW)?

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Melbourne to Darwin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Melbourne 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 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Jetstar flights we've detected travelling from Melbourne to Darwin. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 21/806:00MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 35mJetstar
Tue 27/800:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$387
Sun 2/620:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 8/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$428
Thu 22/820:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 1/900:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$470
Fri 31/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$476
Wed 21/806:00MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 35mJetstar
Tue 27/801:30DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$501
Mon 20/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Mon 27/500:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$514
Mon 20/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Tue 28/518:25DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$520
Thu 22/815:05MEL - DRW
1 stop10h 00mJetstar
Sun 1/900:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$534
Fri 26/720:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Mon 19/801:30DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$535

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Darwin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Melbourne 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 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Virgin Australia flights travelling from Melbourne to Darwin. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 13/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 20/806:05DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$457
Fri 14/615:10MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 27/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$538
Fri 14/619:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 27/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$542
Tue 13/819:10MEL - DRW
1 stop29h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 20/806:05DRW - MEL
1 stop5h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$578
Fri 25/1020:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 31/1018:05DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$599
Fri 25/1020:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 31/1013:15DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$607
Thu 18/719:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 22/700:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$619
Thu 30/519:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 5/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$632
Thu 30/507:10MEL - DRW
1 stop17h 00mVirgin Australia
Wed 5/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$641

Cheap Melbourne to Darwin flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne 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 537,230 searches. Prices were last updated on 6 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to Darwin in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 2/620:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 8/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$428
Fri 31/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$476
Sun 2/615:10MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$487
Mon 20/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Mon 27/500:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$514
Mon 20/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Tue 28/518:25DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$520
Mon 20/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/501:05DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$525
Fri 14/615:10MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 27/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$538
Fri 14/619:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 27/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$542
Sun 2/620:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 9/618:25DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$573

Melbourne to Darwin 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Darwin in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Melbourne to Darwin in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 21/806:00MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 35mJetstar
Tue 27/800:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$387
Sun 2/620:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 8/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$428
Tue 13/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 20/806:05DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$457
Thu 22/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/900:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$466
Wed 21/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/800:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$467
Thu 22/820:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 1/900:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$470
Fri 31/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$476
Sun 2/615:10MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$487
Wed 21/806:00MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 35mJetstar
Tue 27/801:30DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$501

Direct flights to Darwin from Melbourne

Discover direct flight options from Melbourne to Darwin. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Melbourne to Darwin. Users can also choose from other Melbourne to Darwin flights by using the search form above.
Sun 2/620:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 8/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$428
Fri 31/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Wed 5/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$476
Mon 20/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Mon 27/500:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$514
Fri 26/720:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Mon 19/800:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$535
Fri 14/619:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 27/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$542
Wed 22/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Fri 24/500:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$575
Thu 18/719:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 22/700:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$619
Sat 11/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 2/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$623
Thu 30/519:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 5/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$632

Melbourne to Darwin flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne 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 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Darwin. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 11/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 2/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$623
Sat 11/506:05MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/600:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$719
Sat 11/506:05MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 2/601:05DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$740
Sun 12/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 19/518:25DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$821
Sun 12/512:10MEL - DRW
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/518:25DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$827
Sun 12/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 18/500:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$843
Sat 11/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Mon 3/618:25DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$844
Sun 12/512:10MEL - DRW
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/500:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$849
Sat 11/506:05MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/618:25DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$906

One-way flights to Darwin from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne 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 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Melbourne to Darwin, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users can also find round-trip Melbourne to Darwin flights by using the search form above.
Mon 20/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$228
Tue 4/606:05MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$268
Tue 4/619:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$269
Fri 14/619:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$271
Wed 15/519:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/5$336
Fri 10/519:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/5$340
Sun 12/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 4/5$372
Mon 20/520:15MEL - DRW
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$375
Tue 4/606:35MEL - DRW
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Deal found 5/5$401

Find flights from Melbourne to Darwin within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$387 - $930

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop8h 35m

Darwin

Tue 27/8

Nonstop4h 10m

$387

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Sat 8/6

Nonstop4h 10m

$428

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Tue 13/8

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Tue 20/8

1 stop9h 55m

$457

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 22/8

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Sun 1/9

Nonstop4h 10m

$466

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Sat 24/8

Nonstop4h 10m

$467

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 22/8

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Sun 1/9

Nonstop4h 10m

$470

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sun 2/6

1 stop9h 00m

Darwin

Sat 8/6

Nonstop4h 10m

$487

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Fri 14/6

1 stop9h 00m

Darwin

Thu 27/6

Nonstop4h 15m

$538

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sun 7/7

1 stop16h 50m

Darwin

Wed 10/7

1 stop14h 35m

$930

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Darwin flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 Melbourne to Darwin by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Darwin is currently $318 while a return flight costs $515. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (average of $304). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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

$502

February

$538

March

$537

April

$472

May

$528

June

$693

July

$635

August

$542

September

$519

October

$460

November

$486

December

$510

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 6 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Darwin to help guide your decision. 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.
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
665 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
665 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
665 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
976 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
665 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Jetstar
6.8
Okay
654 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
665 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Darwin from Melbourne, 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. There are 7 flights from Melbourne to Darwin per day from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $387, but on average you can expect to pay $501.

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin under $500. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin is less than $650.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne Airport to Darwin for under $700?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • What days are direct flights available from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    Direct flights can be found on the following days: Thursday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Darwin on average per day?

    Travellers can expect 10 flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin on average per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 40% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 40% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 20% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin can take about 4h 35m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $387. Melbourne Airport and Darwin are separated by a distance of 3149 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $387, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Darwin and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Virgin Australia for as low as $457. Jetstar is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin are Jetstar ($228), Virgin Australia ($268), and Qantas Airways ($495).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin, you may want to consider flying on Jetstar, Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin consider choosing Qatar Airways(86%), Jetstar(75%) or United Airlines(73%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin is generally $948, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $202. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Darwin), you can expect to pay $463 for that flight.

  • What does MEL to DRW mean?

    This is defined as Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Darwin Airport (DRW). Codes like Darwin Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    Of the flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin that have stopovers, most of them stop in Adelaide.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Adelaide?

    Adelaide travellers tend to visit Adelaide Central Market, Westpac House, and Adelaide Zoo more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover Adelaide can visit Adelaide Central Market, Westpac House, and Adelaide Zoo, by traveling 6.4 km, 6.6 km, and 7.8 km, respectively after landing at Adelaide. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Adelaide can hire a car from Adelaide for about $69 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Darwin flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin is Brisbane.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Darwin with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Darwin that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Darwin?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Darwin that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Darwin?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Darwin flight deals updated?

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

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Darwin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Darwin. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 537,230 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
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JetstarCheapest$247Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$260Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$333Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin

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Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
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