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Cheap flights from Darwin to Melbourne from $213

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — MEL
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$387

One-way from

$213

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$600
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 2/2-6/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 35m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 16/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Thu 19/1213:20DRW - MEL
1 stop22h 25mVirgin Australia
Thu 26/1220:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$748
Thu 19/1213:20DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/1213:55MEL - DRW
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$889
Fri 27/1200:10DRW - AVV
1 stop8h 05mJetstar
Mon 30/1214:55AVV - DRW
1 stop9h 55mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$1,195
Sat 28/1218:00DRW - MEL
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 4/106:20MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,313
Fri 27/1200:10DRW - MEL
1 stop17h 30mJetstar
Mon 30/1221:00MEL - DRW
2 stops27h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$1,370
Thu 19/1212:00DRW - AVV
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/1208:10AVV - DRW
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,584

Find flights from Darwin to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin to Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 2/2

01:00-06:45

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

21:30-00:20

Nonstop4h 20m

$387

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Fri 7/3

18:40-00:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

21:30-00:20

Nonstop4h 20m

$400

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Tue 4/3

13:20-22:15

1 stop7h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

14:50-17:55

Nonstop4h 35m

$541

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - AVV

DRWAVV

Darwin

Fri 31/1

00:25-15:45

1 stop13h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 8/2

20:55-23:20

1 stop27h 55m

$608

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - AVV

DRWAVV

Darwin

Sat 1/2

13:20-15:45

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 8/2

20:55-23:20

1 stop27h 55m

$708

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Mon 5/5

02:20-07:00

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 22/5

18:15-00:40

1 stop6h 55m

$897

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 2/2

00:30-20:40

2 stops18h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

18:25-12:30

2 stops19h 35m

$2,097

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 9/2

15:55-08:15

1 stop14h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

00:35-15:00

1 stop15h 55m

$11,054

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 16/3

18:40-00:25

Nonstop4h 15m

$213

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Mon 27/1

01:00-06:45

Nonstop4h 15m

$241

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Darwin to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Darwin to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Darwin to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DRW to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Darwin to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Darwin to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 20 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Darwin to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from DRW to ME1 are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Darwin to Melbourne. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
459 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    Located just 6.4 km from the city centre, Darwin is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Darwin. Booking flights from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 9 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($387), Virgin Australia ($541), and Qantas Airways ($1,170) offers the cheapest pricing from Darwin to Melbourne. You may be able to fly from Darwin to Melbourne for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Virgin Australia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $213. However, be on the lookout for offers from Jetstar and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Darwin to Melbourne for a low price.

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

    Consider Cathay Pacific (94%), China Eastern (90%) or Air New Zealand (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Melbourne.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Darwin to Melbourne is generally $557, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $218. When looking at the most popular route, (Darwin - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $400 for that flight.

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

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

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

    Brisbane travellers tend to visit Roma Street Parkland, Treasury Casino, and St. John's Anglican Cathedral more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover Brisbane can visit Roma Street Parkland, Treasury Casino, and St. John's Anglican Cathedral, by traveling 12.6 km, 13.0 km, and 11.9 km, respectively after landing at Brisbane. Travellers can book a car hire at Brisbane for about $58 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Darwin to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Adelaide the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Darwin to Melbourne

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JetstarCheapest$261Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$278Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$373Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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