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Cheap flights from Darwin to Brisbane from $168

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — BNE
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Darwin to Brisbane are usually found in August or May, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Thu 23/414:35
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Virgin Australia
Sun 26/409:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 19/3$343
Sat 11/419:20
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 40m
Jetstar
Sat 18/414:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/3$355
Mon 11/519:20
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/520:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$359
Tue 5/514:35
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Virgin Australia
Tue 12/509:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 21/3$360
Tue 28/419:20
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/509:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$363
Mon 27/419:20
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/509:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$366
Tue 5/519:20
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/509:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$367
Fri 1/514:35
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/514:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$372
Thu 30/419:20
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/509:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$373
Wed 8/701:30
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Virgin Australia
Sun 12/720:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 22/3$386
Fri 7/814:35
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 50m
Virgin Australia
Sun 9/820:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$397
Fri 17/419:20
DRW
-
BNE
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/409:50
BNE
-
DRW
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$406

Find flight deals from Darwin to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$343

One-way from

$168

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$370

Good round-trip deal

$417 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 23/4-26/4
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • Darwin to Brisbane
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  • Virgin Australia
  • 6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Darwin to Brisbane
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin to Brisbane 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 23 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Darwin to Brisbane that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Sat 11/4

19:20-23:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Brisbane

Sat 18/4

14:50-18:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$355

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Wed 10/6

19:20-23:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Brisbane

Wed 17/6

14:50-18:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$494

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Thu 18/6

01:30-05:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Brisbane

Fri 26/6

14:50-18:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$497

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Sun 24/5

01:30-05:50

Nonstop3h 50m

Brisbane

Wed 27/5

07:55-23:55

1 stop16h 30m

$527

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Sat 6/6

19:20-23:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Brisbane

Mon 8/6

07:00-18:00

1 stop11h 30m

$535

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Sat 20/6

19:20-23:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Brisbane

Sat 27/6

14:50-18:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$590

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Sun 5/4

19:20-23:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Brisbane

Wed 8/4

14:50-18:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$590
Cheapest one-way

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Thu 18/6

01:30-05:50

Nonstop3h 50m

$172

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Sat 25/4

14:35-18:55

Nonstop3h 50m

$181
Fastest single journey

DarwinBrisbane

DRW - BNE

DRWBNE

Darwin

Fri 28/8

01:30-05:40

Nonstop3h 40m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Brisbane

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Brisbane from Darwin with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Darwin to Brisbane

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Darwin to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Darwin to Brisbane is 68 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 Brisbane?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Brisbane (average of $137). Flying from Darwin to Brisbane in December is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Darwin to Brisbane in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 71% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Darwin to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 23 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Darwin to Brisbane by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,009 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
532 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to Brisbane. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Darwin to Brisbane?

    You will need to book a flight from Darwin to Brisbane if you want to fly from Darwin to Brisbane. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Darwin (DRW) to Brisbane (BNE) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to Brisbane from the Darwin airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DRW to BNE to be around 3h 40m.

  • How popular is this Darwin to Brisbane flight route?

    Flights from Darwin to Brisbane have been viewed 1,968 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to Brisbane?

    There are many flights that can get you from Darwin to Brisbane in 3h 40m. Fly via Jetstar or Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2850 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Darwin to Brisbane round-trip from $178. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $179, and Qantas Airways, from $259. Jetstar is 56% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Darwin to Brisbane are Jetstar ($147), Virgin Australia ($175), and Qantas Airways ($258).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Brisbane are American Airlines (92%), Cathay Pacific (92%) and Emirates (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Brisbane?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $158. While the most popular route (Darwin - Brisbane) can be booked for $343 on average, our data indicates $499 when flying from Darwin to Brisbane.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Brisbane (average of $137). Flying from Darwin to Brisbane in December is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 Brisbane

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Darwin to Brisbane. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$178Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$179Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$259Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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