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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin from $279

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DRW
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Darwin are usually found in May or February, booked 26 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 7 November 2025.

Fri 12/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1214:20DRW - MEL
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$472
Thu 4/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1200:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$492
Wed 19/1120:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 21/1100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/11$496
Fri 12/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$499
Fri 12/1213:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Fri 2/116:50DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Deal found 4/11$511
Fri 28/1108:10MEL - DRW
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Sun 30/1100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 5/11$534
Fri 21/1107:10MEL - DRW
1 stop7h 55mVirgin Australia
Mon 24/1100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/11$543
Fri 28/1120:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1216:50DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$549
Fri 5/1208:45MEL - DRW
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1200:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$552
Wed 19/1120:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1116:50DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$554
Thu 20/1108:10MEL - DRW
1 stop6h 55mVirgin Australia
Sun 23/1100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/11$556
Wed 24/1220:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/100:45DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$559

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$426

One-way from

$279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$485

Good round-trip deal

$381 or less

Good one-way deal

$255 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 6/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Darwin
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Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 16/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($134 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 7 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Darwin

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Mon 2/3

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$451

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

08:35-11:20

Nonstop4h 15m

Darwin

Sat 31/1

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$489

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

06:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

Darwin

Sat 31/1

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$509

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Fri 2/1

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$511

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

Darwin

Tue 17/2

14:20-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

$516

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

22:50-13:35

1 stop16h 15m

Darwin

Sun 1/3

00:40-06:25

Nonstop4h 15m

$520

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

07:10-13:35

1 stop7h 55m

Darwin

Mon 16/2

00:40-06:25

Nonstop4h 15m

$522

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

08:10-13:35

1 stop6h 55m

Darwin

Sun 30/11

00:40-06:25

Nonstop4h 15m

$534

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

20:45-23:50

Nonstop4h 35m

Darwin

Fri 2/1

00:45-06:25

Nonstop4h 10m

$559

MelbourneDarwin

MEL - DRW

MELDRW

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

07:10-13:35

1 stop7h 55m

Darwin

Wed 10/12

00:40-06:25

Nonstop4h 15m

$571

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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 Airport to Darwin

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 31 October 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (average of $191). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 7 November 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 57% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Darwin flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings 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 7 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport 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
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

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
424 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

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
929 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

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
6.6
Okay
480 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

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?

    If you book a flight to Darwin from Melbourne, you will be flying to Darwin, which is the city’s only airport. Darwin (DRW) is located 6.4 km from the centre of Darwin. There are 6 flights from Melbourne to Darwin per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin can take about 4h 20m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $451. Melbourne Airport and Darwin are separated by a distance of 3130 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Currently priced at $263, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne Airport 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 $298 and $342, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin consider choosing China Eastern(93%), Qatar Airways(89%) or Cathay Pacific(85%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin is generally $833, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $187. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Darwin), you can expect to pay $451 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport to Darwin?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (average of $191). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Darwin on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Darwin

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$263Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$298Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$342Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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