Cheap flights from Darwin to Auckland from $487

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — AKL
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Darwin to Auckland Intl are usually found in July or May, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Auckland (AKL). 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 22 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$892

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$981
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 24/10-2/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Darwin to Auckland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($218 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 August 2025.

Fri 24/1001:30DRW - AKL
1 stop24h 05mJetstar
Sun 2/1105:45AKL - DRW
1 stop20h 55mJetstar
Deal found 21/8$892
Fri 24/1001:30DRW - AKL
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1119:20AKL - DRW
1 stop33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$907
Fri 24/1001:30DRW - AKL
1 stop24h 05mJetstar
Sat 1/1120:45AKL - DRW
1 stop31h 50mJetstar
Deal found 21/8$926
Sat 25/1014:05DRW - AKL
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1120:45AKL - DRW
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8$991

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Darwin to Auckland that are best for you.

Fly from

Darwin

Fly to

Auckland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Fri 24/10

01:30-05:05

1 stop24h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/11

05:45-23:10

1 stop20h 55m

$892

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Fri 24/10

01:30-05:05

1 stop24h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/11

20:45-01:05

1 stop31h 50m

$900

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Fri 24/10

01:30-05:05

1 stop24h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/11

19:20-01:05

1 stop33h 15m

$907

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 25/10

14:05-05:05

1 stop11h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/11

20:45-01:05

1 stop31h 50m

$988

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 17/1

01:05-17:55

1 stop13h 20m

$487

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Mon 1/12

01:05-05:10

1 stop24h 35m

$500

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Tue 2/12

14:20-05:10

1 stop11h 20m

$554

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Wed 7/1

00:10-14:10

1 stop10h 30m

$588

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 8/2

01:10-00:30

1 stop19h 50m

$591

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 8/2

01:05-05:10

1 stop24h 35m

$595

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Auckland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Darwin to Auckland

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Darwin to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Darwin to Auckland is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Auckland (average of $250). Flying from Darwin to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Darwin to Auckland in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated 22 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Darwin to Auckland. 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to Auckland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Darwin to Auckland?

    Jetstar can get you from Darwin to Auckland in just under 24h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Darwin and Auckland is about 5142 km.

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

    Currently priced at $757, Jetstar will fly you from Darwin to Auckland and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $959 and $1,044, respectively. Jetstar is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Auckland (average of $250). Flying from Darwin to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 Auckland

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JetstarCheapest$757Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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