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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Darwin from $256

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DRW
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Darwin are usually found in May or February, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 December 2025.

Wed 24/1208:10MEL - DRW
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/1214:20DRW - MEL
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/12$668
Fri 26/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/114:20DRW - MEL
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12$687
Tue 23/1220:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Mon 29/1200:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/12$705
Wed 24/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Sun 28/1216:50DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$717
Wed 24/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Sat 27/1216:50DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$768
Tue 23/1217:45MEL - DRW
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1200:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$828
Sat 27/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$858
Sat 27/1208:10MEL - DRW
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Fri 2/100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 22/12$878
Wed 24/1207:10MEL - DRW
1 stop7h 55mVirgin Australia
Sat 27/1214:20DRW - MEL
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 21/12$890
Tue 23/1215:00AVV - DRW
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1212:50DRW - AVV
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,307
Tue 23/1215:00AVV - DRW
1 stop9h 50mJetstar
Mon 29/1200:10DRW - AVV
1 stop8h 05mJetstar
Deal found 22/12$1,384
Wed 24/1206:00AVV - DRW
1 stop18h 50mJetstar
Sat 27/1215:55DRW - AVV
1 stop22h 25mJetstar
Deal found 21/12$1,441

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$410

One-way from

$256

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$521
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 25/3-5/4
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Darwin
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  • Jetstar
  • 17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Darwin
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

10:00-12:50

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Sun 5/4

18:00-22:40

Nonstop4h 10m

$410

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

08:10-13:35

1 stop6h 55m

Darwin

Sat 31/1

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$467

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

19:45-23:55

Nonstop4h 40m

Darwin

Wed 20/5

18:00-22:40

Nonstop4h 10m

$474

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

06:00-13:35

1 stop9h 05m

Darwin

Sat 31/1

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$482

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

10:00-12:50

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Fri 3/4

17:00-22:40

Nonstop4h 10m

$492

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Mon 2/2

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$497

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Thu 29/1

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$515

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Tue 10/2

16:25-22:10

Nonstop4h 15m

$524

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

09:10-16:30

1 stop8h 50m

Darwin

Sun 8/3

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$540

MelbourneDarwin

AVV - DRW

AVVDRW

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 23/1

16:25-15:15

1 stop24h 20m

Darwin

Mon 26/1

00:10-23:15

1 stop21h 35m

$613

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Darwin

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Darwin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 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 Melbourne to Darwin?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Darwin (average of $184). Flying from Melbourne to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 MEL to DRW?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 23 December 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Darwin, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 62% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin. 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 23 December 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to DRW are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Darwin delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Darwin have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 93 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Darwin flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Darwin flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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 23 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to Darwin. 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
429 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

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
429 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
429 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

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
949 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
429 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

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
494 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
429 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Food

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Darwin. 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 into for flights to Darwin from Melbourne?

    Darwin (DRW), located 6.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Darwin. 3 airlines have flights to Darwin from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Darwin should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Darwin?

    For as low as $410, Jetstar can have you in Darwin from Melbourne in 4h 20m. The distance from Melbourne to Darwin is about 3130 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Currently priced at $211, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Darwin and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $250 and $313, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $170. Users have also found prices from $208 and $318 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Darwin from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (89%), Virgin Australia (85%), Cathay Pacific( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Darwin?

    The cheapest flight price from Melbourne to Darwin is $191. On average you can expect to pay $839. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Darwin), can usually be booked for $410.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Darwin (average of $184). Flying from Melbourne to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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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JetstarCheapest$257Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$302Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$333Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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