Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin from $291
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DRW
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
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1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Darwin are usually found in February or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday 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 September 2026.
Sun 11/1013:15 -
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Deal found 6/9$429
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Deal found 6/9$430
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Deal found 6/9$437
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Deal found 4/9$444
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Deal found 5/9$452
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Deal found 7/9$454
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Deal found 6/9$475
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Deal found 6/9$488
Best flights from Melbourne to Darwin
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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Deal found 3/9$427
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Deal found 6/9$559
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Deal found 2/9$631
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Deal found 5/9$452
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Deal found 6/9$465
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Deal found 2/9$659
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Deal found 6/9$669
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Deal found 3/9$609
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Deal found 5/9$677
Direct flights from Melbourne to Darwin
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Darwin based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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Deal found 4/9$370
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Deal found 3/9$427
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Deal found 6/9$429
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Deal found 6/9$430
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Deal found 6/9$437
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Deal found 4/9$444
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Deal found 5/9$452
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Deal found 7/9$454
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Deal found 3/9$461
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Deal found 6/9$475
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Darwin
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin. Data last updated 7 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 9/1013:15 -
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Sat 17/1017:00 -
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Deal found 4/9$444
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Deal found 6/9$437
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Deal found 6/9$429
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Deal found 7/9$454
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Deal found 6/9$488
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Deal found 6/9$430
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Deal found 5/9$452
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Deal found 6/9$475
One-way flights from Melbourne to Darwin
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Darwin. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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Deal found 3/9$291
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Deal found 3/9$294
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Deal found 3/9$297
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Deal found 6/9$300
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Deal found 3/9$304
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Deal found 4/9$305
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Deal found 2/9$308
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Deal found 7/9$311
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Deal found 3/9$315
Find 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 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
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Tue 8/12
21:20-16:30
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Darwin
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$294
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MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
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Fri 16/10
13:15-16:15
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
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00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$297
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MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
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Melbourne
Tue 13/10
20:15-23:30
1 stop28h 45m
Darwin
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00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$304
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MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
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Melbourne
Wed 21/10
07:05-17:00
1 stop11h 25m
Darwin
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00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$305
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Melbourne
Fri 25/9
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1 stop7h 25m
Darwin
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$315
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MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
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Melbourne
Wed 23/9
07:05-18:00
1 stop11h 25m
Darwin
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$330
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MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
MELDRW
Melbourne
Sat 3/10
13:15-17:15
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$348
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MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
MELDRW
Melbourne
Wed 30/9
13:15-17:15
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$348
MelbourneDarwin
MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
MELDRW
Melbourne
Sun 4/10
13:15-16:15
Nonstop4h 30m
Darwin
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$362
MelbourneDarwin
MEL Melbourne - DRW Darwin
MELDRW
Melbourne
Tue 15/9
07:05-18:00
1 stop11h 25m
Darwin
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$379
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?
Booking 62 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (average of $448). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $684). 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 September 2026.
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 24% versus a flight in the morning.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Darwin flights typically cost between $409 and $787 in February.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $370 on Jetstar (9 Feb–16 Feb).
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 7 September 2026.
The most flights from MEL to DRW are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Darwin delayed?
About 23% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Darwin have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Darwin flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 15% 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 7 September 2026.
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.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Related info for your journey
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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 12 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 30m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $452. 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 $226, 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 $232 and $355, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin are Jetstar ($180), Virgin Australia ($208), and Qantas Airways ($324).
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 Japan Airlines(94%), Air India(90%) or Qatar Airways(89%), 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 $894, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $221. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Darwin), you can expect to pay $370 for that flight.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (average of $448). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in June is currently the most expensive (average of $684). 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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