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Cheap flights from Canberra to Darwin from $319

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — DRW
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Canberra to Darwin are usually found in March or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Canberra to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Canberra (CBR) 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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$639

One-way from

$328

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$928
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 17/10-23/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 15m total
  • Canberra to Darwin
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 35m total
  • Canberra to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($117 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Fri 17/1014:20CBR - DRW
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1001:50DRW - CBR
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$639
Mon 6/1006:25CBR - DRW
1 stop19h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 9/1000:40DRW - CBR
1 stop11h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/9$755
Fri 31/1006:30CBR - DRW
1 stop8h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/1114:20DRW - CBR
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$806
Mon 6/1010:45CBR - DRW
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1001:50DRW - CBR
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$824
Fri 17/1016:05CBR - DRW
3 stops26h 10mJetstar
Thu 23/1001:50DRW - CBR
1 stop12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$958
Sat 20/914:15CBR - DRW
1 stop6h 50mVirgin Australia
Tue 23/900:35DRW - CBR
1 stop17h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$980
Fri 31/1006:30CBR - DRW
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1101:40DRW - CBR
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$995
Fri 17/1008:00CBR - DRW
1 stop17h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 24/1014:05DRW - CBR
1 stop7h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$1,006
Fri 31/1019:15CBR - DRW
1 stop6h 25mQantas Airways
Thu 6/1101:10DRW - CBR
2 stops10h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$1,147

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra 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 18 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Canberra to Darwin that are best for you.

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Canberra

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Darwin

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Mon 6/10

06:25-23:55

1 stop19h 00m

Darwin

Thu 9/10

00:40-13:35

1 stop11h 25m

$755

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Thu 30/10

12:20-13:35

1 stop26h 45m

Darwin

Thu 6/11

14:20-23:15

1 stop7h 25m

$755

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Fri 31/10

06:30-13:35

1 stop8h 35m

Darwin

Fri 7/11

14:20-23:15

1 stop7h 25m

$806

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Mon 6/10

10:45-00:50

1 stop15h 35m

Darwin

Thu 9/10

01:50-21:35

2 stops18h 15m

$824

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Fri 17/10

06:05-16:45

2 stops12h 10m

Darwin

Thu 23/10

01:50-15:30

1 stop12h 10m

$835

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Fri 17/10

16:05-16:45

3 stops26h 10m

Darwin

Thu 23/10

01:50-15:30

1 stop12h 10m

$958

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Fri 31/10

06:30-13:35

1 stop8h 35m

Darwin

Thu 6/11

01:40-13:00

1 stop9h 50m

$995

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Thu 30/10

06:35-16:30

2 stops35h 25m

Darwin

Wed 5/11

00:10-08:25

1 stop6h 45m

$1,000

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Fri 17/10

08:00-23:55

1 stop17h 25m

Darwin

Fri 24/10

14:05-23:15

1 stop7h 40m

$1,006

CanberraDarwin

CBR - DRW

CBRDRW

Canberra

Thu 29/1

12:20-13:35

1 stop26h 45m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Darwin

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Canberra to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Canberra to Darwin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Darwin (average of $312). Flying from Canberra to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 CBR to DRW?

Find hourly flight availability from Canberra 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 18 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Canberra to Darwin at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Canberra to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 18 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Canberra to Darwin, such as Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Canberra to Darwin flight route?

    The Canberra to Darwin flight path was viewed by 17 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Canberra to Darwin?

    For as low as $755, Virgin Australia can have you in Darwin from Canberra in 19h. The distance from Canberra to Darwin is about 3140 km.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($380), Virgin Australia ($584), and Qantas Airways ($804) offers the cheapest pricing from Canberra to Darwin. Jetstar is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Darwin (average of $312). Flying from Canberra to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 Canberra to Darwin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Canberra 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 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$380Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$584Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$804Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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