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Cheap flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport from $259

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — MEL
8 Nov — 15 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Darwin to Melbourne are usually found in March or May, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 9 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$546

One-way from

$259

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$484 or less

Good one-way deal

$305 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 15/1-24/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 10m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 October 2025.

Sat 22/1116:50DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Sat 29/1113:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 8/10$465
Sat 8/1117:05DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Sat 15/1113:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 8/10$519
Sat 8/1117:05DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1120:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10$522
Sat 8/1117:05DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1107:10MEL - DRW
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10$528
Fri 21/1100:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1113:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10$532
Fri 21/1114:20DRW - MEL
1 stop7h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 28/1120:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/10$575
Mon 17/1116:50DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mJetstar
Sun 23/1113:15MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 20mJetstar
Deal found 8/10$584
Wed 5/1114:20DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 25mVirgin Australia
Fri 7/1120:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/10$586
Mon 27/1000:40DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1014:55MEL - DRW
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$592
Mon 13/1014:05DRW - MEL
1 stop6h 45mVirgin Australia
Fri 17/1020:45MEL - DRW
Nonstop4h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 8/10$595

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Darwin to Melbourne 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 9 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Darwin

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 7/12

00:40-06:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

$411

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 23/11

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 26/11

20:45-23:50

Nonstop4h 35m

$444

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 23/11

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 30/11

20:45-23:50

Nonstop4h 35m

$453

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Mon 8/12

16:50-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

$467

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sat 8/11

17:05-22:50

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

$519

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sat 8/11

17:05-22:50

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

13:15-16:05

Nonstop4h 20m

$519

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sat 8/11

17:05-22:50

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

20:45-23:50

Nonstop4h 35m

$522

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sat 8/11

17:05-22:50

Nonstop4h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

07:10-13:35

1 stop7h 55m

$528

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Mon 27/10

01:05-11:35

1 stop9h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

14:55-16:30

1 stop27h 05m

$625

DarwinMelbourne

DRW - MEL

DRWMEL

Darwin

Tue 4/11

00:10-09:45

1 stop8h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

08:10-13:35

1 stop6h 55m

$636

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 3 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport is 75 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport (average of $176). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 DRW to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Darwin to Melbourne Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 5 October 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 9 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Darwin to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
418 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
418 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
418 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
915 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
418 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
475 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
418 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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 Darwin to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Darwin to Melbourne, you will be flying from Darwin. Darwin (DRW) is just 6.4 km from the centre of the city. Darwin is the only Darwin airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Darwin on a regular basis.

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

    Jetstar can get you from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in just under 4h 15m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 3130 km between Darwin and Melbourne Airport. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $249. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Australia, from $278, and Qantas Airways, from $316. Jetstar is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Cathay Pacific (94%), Air New Zealand (94%) or LATAM Airlines (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport.

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

    While on average a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport is generally $1,145, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $238. When looking at the most popular route, (Darwin - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $444 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport (average of $176). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 Darwin to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 9 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$249Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$278Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$316Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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