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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin from $155

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — DRW
10 May — 17 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Adelaide to Darwin are usually found in March or November, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Sat 9/514:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 13/518:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/4$320
Sat 2/514:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 6/518:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/4$322
Thu 23/414:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Sat 2/518:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/4$323
Tue 21/414:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Sat 25/418:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/4$326
Thu 23/414:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Mon 27/418:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/4$337
Mon 27/714:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Mon 3/818:40
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/4$339
Sat 25/414:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 26/418:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/4$343
Wed 6/514:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Wed 13/518:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/4$349
Sun 3/514:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Sun 10/518:45
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/4$354
Sun 16/814:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Sat 22/818:40
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/4$360
Mon 10/814:10
ADL
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 50m
Jetstar
Tue 18/818:40
DRW
-
ADL
Nonstop3h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 7/4$363

Find flight deals from Adelaide to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) 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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$320

One-way from

$155

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$441

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$162 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/5-13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Adelaide to Darwin
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  • Jetstar
  • 22/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Adelaide to Darwin
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 10 April 2026.
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Depart

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Price

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AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Tue 21/4

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Sat 25/4

18:45-22:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$326

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Mon 27/7

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Mon 3/8

18:40-22:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$339

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Mon 11/5

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Sat 16/5

18:45-22:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$380

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Fri 22/5

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Mon 25/5

18:45-22:20

Nonstop3h 35m

$380

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Tue 1/9

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Tue 15/9

18:40-22:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$412

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Mon 1/6

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Wed 3/6

18:40-22:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$462

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Fri 19/6

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Thu 25/6

18:40-22:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$468

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Sat 20/6

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Sat 11/7

18:40-22:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$488

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Fri 5/6

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Sun 14/6

18:40-22:20

Nonstop3h 40m

$489

AdelaideDarwin

ADL - DRW

ADLDRW

Adelaide

Wed 16/9

14:10-18:00

Nonstop3h 50m

Darwin

Sun 20/9

01:15-11:15

1 stop10h 00m

$512

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Darwin

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Adelaide to Darwin. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Darwin (average of $179). Flying from Adelaide to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 ADL to DRW?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide 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 10 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Adelaide to Darwin at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Adelaide to Darwin?

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 10 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Adelaide to Darwin have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

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
453 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

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
1,018 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

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
536 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
453 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

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 Adelaide to Darwin. 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 Adelaide to Darwin?

    Darwin is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Darwin from Adelaide. Booking flights from Adelaide (ADL) to Darwin (DRW) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily flights to Darwin from 3 different airlines. 3h 50m is how long a flight from Adelaide to Darwin will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Adelaide to Darwin flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,787 users have taken a look at flights from Adelaide to Darwin.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Departing from Adelaide to Darwin will take you 3h 50m. The distance between Adelaide and Darwin is about 2620 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($263), Virgin Australia ($341), and Qantas Airways ($464) offers the cheapest pricing from Adelaide to Darwin. Jetstar is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Adelaide to Darwin are Jetstar ($143), Virgin Australia ($327), and Qantas Airways ($352).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Adelaide to Darwin are Alliance Airlines (96%), Air New Zealand (96%) and Emirates (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Adelaide to Darwin?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $158. While the most popular route (Adelaide - Darwin) can be booked for $322 on average, our data indicates $312 when flying from Adelaide to Darwin.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Darwin (average of $179). Flying from Adelaide to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Adelaide to Darwin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Adelaide to Darwin. 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 10 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$263Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$341Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$464Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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