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Cheap flights from Darwin to Melbourne from $195

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 18/4. 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.
DRW — MEL
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

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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 28 March 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$472

Round-trip from

$203
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Darwin to Melbourne

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

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Melbourne. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Darwin to Melbourne, book at least 37 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 33% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $489 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $709.

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

Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from Darwin. Users have commonly found prices around $538 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $193. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Darwin to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Darwin to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Darwin and Melbourne. 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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Jetstar flights travelling from Darwin to Melbourne. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Wed 3/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$460
Sun 22/900:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 30/920:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$498
Sat 10/800:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Fri 16/820:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$535
Thu 4/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Tue 23/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$556
Tue 7/501:20DRW - MEL
1 stop14h 25mJetstar
Sat 11/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$588
Wed 24/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Wed 1/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$595
Wed 8/518:25DRW - MEL
1 stop28h 35mJetstar
Sat 11/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$619
Thu 4/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Tue 23/415:25MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$633
Sun 22/901:30DRW - MEL
1 stop9h 25mJetstar
Mon 30/920:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$637

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Darwin to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Darwin and Melbourne. 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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights travelling from Darwin to Melbourne. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 25/401:15DRW - MEL
1 stop7h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 30/420:30MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$829
Wed 24/401:30DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 30/420:30MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$831
Thu 25/419:20DRW - MEL
1 stop21h 25mQantas Airways
Wed 1/520:20MEL - DRW
1 stop28h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,025
Sun 22/901:15DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 30/908:40MEL - DRW
2 stops16h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$1,120
Sat 10/801:25DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 16/808:40MEL - DRW
2 stops16h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$1,134
Fri 26/412:10DRW - MEL
1 stop7h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 30/420:30MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,275
Thu 4/401:15DRW - MEL
2 stops12h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 24/416:30MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,329
Wed 3/411:30DRW - MEL
2 stops19h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 22/418:00MEL - DRW
1 stop7h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,404
Fri 5/411:30DRW - MEL
2 stops18h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 24/416:15MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,436

Cheap Darwin to Melbourne flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Darwin to Melbourne specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 March 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Darwin to Melbourne in March and April 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 3/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$460
Wed 3/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$523
Mon 1/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Thu 4/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$556
Wed 24/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Wed 1/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$595
Tue 2/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$611
Tue 2/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Wed 24/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$613
Wed 3/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/414:25MEL - DRW
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$614
Tue 9/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$616
Thu 4/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Tue 23/415:25MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$633

Darwin to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Darwin and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Darwin to Melbourne in March and April 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 3/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$460
Sun 22/900:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 30/920:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$498
Wed 3/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$523
Sat 10/800:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Fri 16/820:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$535
Thu 23/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Mon 3/606:00MEL - DRW
1 stop8h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$539
Tue 7/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$541
Mon 1/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Thu 4/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$556
Fri 29/1101:05DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1214:20MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$558
Thu 28/1101:05DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 2/1221:30MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$567

Direct flights to Melbourne from Darwin

Discover direct flight options from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Darwin to Melbourne. Users can also choose from other Darwin to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Sun 22/900:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 30/920:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$498
Sat 10/800:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Fri 16/820:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$535
Tue 7/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$541
Wed 24/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Wed 1/520:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$595
Thu 23/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/620:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$599
Tue 9/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$616
Tue 18/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/720:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$637
Sat 25/500:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/619:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$639
Sun 11/811:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/820:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$677

Darwin to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Darwin to Melbourne 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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Darwin to Melbourne. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 3/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$460
Wed 3/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$523
Thu 4/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Tue 23/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$556
Tue 2/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$611
Wed 3/400:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/414:25MEL - DRW
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$614
Thu 4/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Tue 23/415:25MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$633
Fri 5/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Wed 24/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$654
Tue 2/400:20DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 05mJetstar
Mon 22/420:00MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$665
Wed 3/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Mon 22/414:25MEL - DRW
1 stop10h 35mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$673

One-way flights to Melbourne from Darwin

Search for one-way flight options from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Darwin to Melbourne can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from Darwin, there is a search form available above.
Thu 18/400:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$195
Tue 2/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$245
Tue 2/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$282
Tue 2/423:55DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$283
Thu 6/600:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$300
Thu 6/601:05DRW - MEL
1 stop22h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$311
Thu 25/401:20DRW - MEL
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$343
Thu 25/401:20DRW - AVV
1 stop21h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$349
Thu 18/401:20DRW - AVV
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$351

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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$498 - $829

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 22/9

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 30/9

Nonstop4h 35m

$498

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sat 10/8

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 16/8

Nonstop4h 35m

$535

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Thu 23/5

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 3/6

1 stop8h 15m

$539

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Tue 7/5

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 11/5

Nonstop4h 35m

$541

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Tue 7/5

1 stop14h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 11/5

Nonstop4h 35m

$588

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Thu 23/5

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 3/6

Nonstop4h 35m

$599

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Thu 23/5

1 stop16h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 3/6

1 stop17h 30m

$602

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sat 10/8

Nonstop4h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 16/8

1 stop7h 00m

$604

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Thu 25/4

1 stop7h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 30/4

Nonstop4h 30m

$829

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 26/3

When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Darwin to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 71 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 24 March 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
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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. 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 Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Darwin to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Darwin to Melbourne is currently $296 while a return flight costs $593. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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

$239

February

$207

March

$238

April

$231

May

$202

June

$215

July

$233

August

$204

September

$230

October

$225

November

$244

December

$268

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °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 28 March 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia 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.
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
685 reviews
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.9
Good
729 reviews
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.7
Good
1,060 reviews
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

6.9
Okay
720 reviews
8.3
Very Good
685 reviews

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

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 7 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Darwin to Melbourne for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Darwin to Melbourne for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $498, but on average you can expect to pay $607.

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

    Cheapflights has 16 direct flights from Darwin to Melbourne under $500. A good price for a direct flight from Darwin to Melbourne is less than $688.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Darwin to Melbourne for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Darwin to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    Per day, 9 flights depart from Darwin to Melbourne on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 22% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 78% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to Melbourne?

    Departing from Darwin to Melbourne will take you 4h 10m. The distance between Darwin and Melbourne is about 3149 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($498), and Virgin Australia ($539) offers the cheapest pricing from Darwin to Melbourne. You may be able to fly from Darwin to Melbourne for 7% 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 Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $195. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Darwin to Melbourne for a low price.

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

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

    Consider Etihad Airways (63%), Virgin Australia (63%) or United Airlines (63%) 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 $442, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $216. When looking at the most popular route, (Darwin - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $613 for that flight.

  • What does DRW to MEL mean?

    DRW and MEL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DRW to MEL refers to a flight route from Darwin Airport to Melbourne Airport. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

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

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Darwin to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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.

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

    Many airlines do 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.

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

    The Darwin to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/3.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Darwin to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2024.
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JetstarCheapest$231Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$260Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$358Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne

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 28 March 2024.
16%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
35%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
49%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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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 28 March 2024.
Monday10daily flights
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