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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Darwin from $183

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 26/4. 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
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
Sun 24/3
Sun 31/3

The best prices from Melbourne to Darwin are usually found in March or November, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday 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 (ME1) 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 19 March 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$463

One-way from

$303
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
From Melbourne to Darwin
One-way flight from Melbourne to Darwin

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

Wednesday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Melbourne 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 to Darwin?

To save up to 44% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 60 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 to Darwin from $591 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $675 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Darwin. Flights to Darwin from Melbourne in March are about $562 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $290.

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

When flying from Melbourne 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 20% versus a flight in the morning.

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Virgin Australia flights heading from Melbourne to Darwin. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$399
Fri 3/519:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 10/515:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$451
Mon 5/815:10MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$460
Sun 4/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/811:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$478
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$480
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 8/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$485
Wed 7/806:10MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 05mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/806:05DRW - MEL
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$681
Fri 28/617:10MEL - DRW
1 stop7h 30mVirgin Australia
Sat 6/706:05DRW - MEL
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$724
Wed 24/719:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/711:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$731

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Darwin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways 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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights we've found from Melbourne to Darwin. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/520:30MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 9/601:20DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$619
Tue 14/520:30MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 18/501:20DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$623
Mon 6/509:45MEL - DRW
1 stop15h 50mQantas Airways
Thu 9/501:20DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$754
Sat 20/709:20MEL - DRW
1 stop13h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 28/701:20DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/3$785
Thu 28/321:00MEL - DRW
1 stop28h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 1/400:20DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$1,091
Thu 28/321:00MEL - DRW
1 stop28h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 2/417:00DRW - MEL
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$1,140
Sun 24/306:00MEL - DRW
1 stop6h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 27/306:30DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$1,166
Thu 28/319:05MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 1/400:20DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$1,309
Sun 24/316:50MEL - DRW
3 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 31/310:45DRW - MEL
3 stops16h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$3,436

Cheap Melbourne to Darwin flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Darwin specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Darwin in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 18/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 20/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$431
Mon 15/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 21/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$437
Thu 25/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 27/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$443
Mon 15/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Thu 25/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$457
Fri 26/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$501
Fri 26/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Fri 3/514:45DRW - MEL
1 stop19h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$512
Wed 24/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 28/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$515
Mon 15/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/414:30DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$536
Sun 21/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/401:20DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$565

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Darwin in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$399
Thu 18/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 20/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$431
Mon 15/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 21/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$437
Thu 25/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 27/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$443
Fri 3/519:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 10/515:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$451
Mon 15/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Thu 25/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$457
Sat 4/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$459
Mon 5/815:10MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$460
Sun 4/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/811:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$478

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Melbourne to Darwin. Search for alternative flights from Melbourne to Darwin by utilising the search form above.
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$399
Thu 18/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 20/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$431
Mon 15/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sun 21/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$437
Thu 25/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Sat 27/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$443
Fri 3/519:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 10/515:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$451
Mon 15/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Thu 25/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$457
Sat 4/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$459
Sun 4/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/811:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$478
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Tue 13/800:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$480

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Darwin. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Sun 24/321:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Sun 31/323:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$702
Sun 24/321:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Sat 30/300:20DRW - MEL
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$811
Sun 24/306:00MEL - DRW
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Sun 31/323:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$835
Sun 24/306:00MEL - DRW
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Sun 31/323:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$838
Sun 24/321:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Sun 31/323:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$867
Sun 24/306:00MEL - DRW
1 stop13h 20mJetstar
Sat 30/300:20DRW - MEL
1 stop15h 50mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$876
Sun 24/307:10MEL - DRW
2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/323:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$887
Sun 24/321:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Sat 30/300:20DRW - MEL
1 stop16h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$911
Sun 24/306:00MEL - DRW
2 stops13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/323:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$934

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 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. Those needing a return flight from Melbourne to Darwin can use the search form above.
Fri 26/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/3$183
Sat 4/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/3$195
Wed 17/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$210
Mon 8/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/3$229
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$232
Wed 10/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$248
Tue 30/720:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$251
Sun 4/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$258
Mon 5/819:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$259

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$399 - $619

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Mon 5/8

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Tue 13/8

Nonstop4h 15m

$399

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 18/4

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Sat 20/4

Nonstop4h 10m

$431

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Mon 15/4

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Sun 21/4

Nonstop4h 10m

$437

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 25/4

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Sat 27/4

Nonstop4h 10m

$443

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Fri 3/5

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Fri 10/5

Nonstop4h 15m

$451

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sat 4/5

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Thu 9/5

Nonstop4h 15m

$459

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Mon 5/8

1 stop9h 00m

Darwin

Tue 13/8

Nonstop4h 15m

$460

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Wed 7/8

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Tue 13/8

Nonstop4h 15m

$489

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

Nonstop4h 30m

Darwin

Sun 9/6

Nonstop4h 10m

$619

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 18/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne 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 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Darwin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 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 Melbourne to Darwin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Darwin flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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 $229 while a return flight costs $465. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Darwin (average of $304). Flying from Melbourne to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $453). 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

$506

February

$538

March

$509

April

$492

May

$562

June

$690

July

$637

August

$545

September

$524

October

$463

November

$486

December

$513

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 19 March 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Melbourne to Darwin have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.0
Very Good
261 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.9
Good
744 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.8
Good
1,071 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

6.9
Okay
738 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

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?

    Darwin (DRW), located 6.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Darwin. 3 airlines have flights to Darwin from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Darwin should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Darwin for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Australia for just $399, but on average you can expect to pay $477.

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Darwin for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to Darwin under $400. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to Darwin is less than $483.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to Darwin for under $800?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to Darwin within the next 7 days for less than $800.

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

    Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday.

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

    Travellers can expect 3 flights from Melbourne to Darwin on average per day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 67% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 33% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Darwin?

    For as low as $399, Virgin Australia can have you in Darwin from Melbourne in 4h 35m. The distance from Melbourne to Darwin is about 3149 km. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $399, Virgin Australia will fly you from Melbourne to Darwin and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Jetstar for as low as $431. Virgin Australia is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $183. Users have also found prices from $232 and $355 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Darwin from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Etihad Airways (82%), Qatar Airways (78%), Jetstar( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Darwin?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Darwin is $243. On average you can expect to pay $465. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Darwin), can usually be booked for $489.

  • What does MEL to DRW mean?

    Great question - MEL to DRW just means Melbourne Airport to Darwin Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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

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

    Westpac House, Adelaide Zoo, and Lion Arts Centre are currently the most popular points of interest in Adelaide at the moment. Westpac House, Adelaide Zoo, and Lion Arts Centre can be visited by traveling about 6.6 km, 7.8 km, and 6.2 km respectively from Adelaide. Those landing in Adelaide looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $55 per day.

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

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Darwin

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JetstarCheapest$252Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$268Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
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63%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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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 19 March 2024.
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