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SYD — DRW
21 Sep — 28 Sep1
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1 adult
Economy
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin are usually found in October or April, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Darwin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Darwin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 August 2026.
Sat 10/1020:25 -
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Deal found 19/8$373
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Deal found 21/8$377
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Deal found 18/8$380
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Deal found 19/8$401
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Deal found 17/8$411
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Deal found 19/8$429
Best flights from Sydney to Darwin
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Darwin that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
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Deal found 20/8$386
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Deal found 17/8$550
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Deal found 21/8$405
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Deal found 19/8$510
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Deal found 19/8$527
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Deal found 21/8$528
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Deal found 17/8$529
Tue 6/1020:25 -
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Deal found 22/8$553
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Deal found 19/8$569
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Deal found 18/8$569
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Deal found 18/8$573
Direct flights from Sydney to Darwin
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Darwin based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
Sat 10/1020:25 -
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Deal found 19/8$373
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Sat 26/901:15 -
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Deal found 21/8$377
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Sat 26/901:15 -
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Deal found 18/8$380
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Deal found 19/8$401
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Deal found 17/8$411
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Deal found 19/8$429
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Darwin
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Darwin. Data last updated 22 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 7/920:25 -
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Deal found 20/8$457
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Deal found 18/8$465
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Deal found 17/8$462
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Deal found 21/8$377
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Deal found 19/8$401
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Deal found 18/8$380
One-way flights from Sydney to Darwin
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Darwin. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 22 August 2026.
Tue 22/920:25 -
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Deal found 22/8$198
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Deal found 20/8$214
Fri 20/1120:25 -
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Deal found 20/8$228
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Deal found 20/8$232
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Deal found 20/8$250
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Deal found 20/8$264
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Deal found 21/8$265
Fri 28/820:25 -
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Deal found 18/8$268
Find flight deals from Sydney to Darwin
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 22 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 22 August 2026.
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SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 22/9
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Sat 26/9
01:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$386
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 19/9
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Fri 25/9
01:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$405
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 13/9
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Tue 22/9
01:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$510
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 14/9
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Sat 19/9
01:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$527
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 8/9
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Mon 14/9
01:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$528
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 1/10
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Wed 7/10
00:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$529
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 8/2
06:05-12:00
1 stop7h 25m
Darwin
Mon 8/2
13:20-22:25
1 stop7h 35m
$550
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 6/10
20:25-23:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Mon 12/10
00:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$553
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 14/9
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Fri 18/9
01:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$569
SydneyDarwin
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DRW Darwin
SYDDRW
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 17/9
20:25-00:30
Nonstop4h 35m
Darwin
Wed 23/9
01:15-06:10
Nonstop4h 25m
$569
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Darwin?
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney 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 Sydney to Darwin?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Darwin (average of $474). Flying from Sydney to Darwin in May is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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 SYD to DRW?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 22 August 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Darwin as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Darwin?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Darwin flights typically cost between $384 and $634 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $373 on Jetstar (10 Oct–16 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Darwin
Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney 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 22 August 2026.
The most flights from SYD to DRW are scheduled on a Thursday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How often are flights from Sydney to Darwin delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Sydney and Darwin have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 86 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Darwin flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Darwin flights?
Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Darwin?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Darwin chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Brisbane (BNE) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 59% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Darwin on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Darwin?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to Darwin, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Coolangatta (OOL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $500.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Darwin?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Darwin, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Brisbane (BNE) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 57m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Darwin?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Darwin, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Melbourne (MEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 52m.
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 22 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Sydney 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.
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 Sydney 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 Sydney to Darwin?
To fly from Sydney to Darwin, you need to book a flight from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Darwin (DRW). Nonstop flights to Darwin from Sydney Kingsford Smith take 4h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 12 outbound flights from Kingsford Smith to Darwin offered by 3 different airlines.
How popular is this Sydney to Darwin flight route?
This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin was viewed by 1,317 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 Sydney to Darwin?
Departing from Sydney to Darwin will take you 4h 25m. Sydney and Darwin are separated by a distance of 3151 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Darwin round-trip?
Currently priced at $196, Jetstar will fly you from Sydney 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 $254 and $357, respectively. Jetstar is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Darwin one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $162. Virgin Australia flights start at $250 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $299 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Darwin?
Consider Air Niugini (83%), Qatar Airways (78%) or Virgin Australia (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Darwin.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Darwin?
On average you can expect to pay $1,114 for a flight from Sydney to Darwin. The cheapest flight overall is $184 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Darwin) is currently priced at $471.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Darwin?
Sydney to Darwin flights have a stopover in Brisbane most often.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Brisbane?
If you're on a stopover in Brisbane and looking for things to do, consider visiting Roma Street Parkland, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, or St. John's Anglican Cathedral. Roma Street Parkland, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, and St. John's Anglican Cathedral can be visited by traveling about 12.6 km, 13.5 km, and 11.9 km respectively from Brisbane. Those on a stopover in Brisbane in need of a car hire can book one at Brisbane for about $53.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Darwin flights?
Sydney to Darwin flights have a stopover in Melbourne least often.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Darwin that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Darwin flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Darwin?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Darwin.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Darwin?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Darwin?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Darwin (average of $474). Flying from Sydney to Darwin in May is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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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