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Cheap flights from Darwin to Melbourne from $289

DRW — MEL
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Darwin to Melbourne are usually found in January or April, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Melbourne

Fri 4/1200:40 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Fri 11/1213:15 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 3/11$497
Mon 30/1100:40 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Fri 11/1208:40 -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 1/11$510
Tue 1/1216:50 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Mon 14/1220:45 -
Nonstop4h 35m
Deal found 1/11$519
Wed 2/1214:20 -
1 stop8h 25m
Wed 9/1220:45 -
Nonstop4h 35m
Deal found 4/11$544
Fri 4/1200:40 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Wed 16/1209:25 -
Nonstop4h 35m
Deal found 3/11$562
Mon 30/1100:40 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Sat 5/1207:10 -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 1/11$567
Sun 29/1100:10 -
1 stop13h 55m
Mon 7/1211:40 -
1 stop13h 15m
Deal found 1/11$790
Tue 1/1200:10 -
1 stop8h 05m
Wed 9/1221:15 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 4/11$793
Fri 4/1201:10 -
1 stop7h 05m
Fri 11/1214:50 -
1 stop10h 05m
Deal found 3/11$816
Wed 30/1200:10 -
1 stop8h 05m
Fri 8/111:40 -
1 stop13h 15m
Deal found 4/11$826
Wed 2/1212:50 -
2 stops8h 55m
Wed 9/1214:50 -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 4/11$839
Wed 18/1100:10 -
1 stop8h 05m
Thu 26/1121:15 -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 4/11$846

Find flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne

Round-trip from

$383

One-way from

$289

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$520
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/1-2/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 40m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 15/2-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Fri 15/1

01:05-20:45

1 stop18h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$299
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DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Thu 11/2

07:05-16:05

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$303

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Tue 9/2

07:05-16:05

1 stop7h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$303

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 6/12

14:20-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$306

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Thu 11/2

14:20-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$309

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Thu 12/11

14:20-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$314

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Tue 15/12

14:20-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$317

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 13/12

14:20-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$317

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - AVV Melbourne Avalon

DRWAVV

Darwin

Sun 6/12

17:20-13:15

1 stop18h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$330

DarwinMelbourne

DRW Darwin - MEL Melbourne

DRWMEL

Darwin

Sun 6/12

17:20-08:05

1 stop13h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$344

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne (average of $420). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $652). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Darwin to Melbourne in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne

The most flights from DRW to ME1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Darwin to Melbourne?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Darwin to Melbourne flights typically cost between $349 and $612 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $383 on Jetstar (10 Jan–2 Feb).

How often are flights from Darwin to Melbourne delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Darwin and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Darwin to Melbourne 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Qantas Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Darwin to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Darwin to Melbourne, 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
484 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
484 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
484 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,122 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
484 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
577 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
484 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Elio,Jan 2026

MEL - ADL

Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    Located just 6.4 km from the city centre, Darwin is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Darwin. Booking flights from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to Melbourne?

    Departing from Darwin to Melbourne will take you 4h 25m. The distance between Darwin and Melbourne is about 3130 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($226), Jetstar ($231), and Qantas Airways ($349) offers the cheapest pricing from Darwin to Melbourne. You may be able to fly from Darwin to Melbourne for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $182. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Darwin to Melbourne for a low price.

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

    Consider Cathay Pacific (95%), Japan Airlines (93%) or LATAM Airlines (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Melbourne.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

    While on average a flight from Darwin to Melbourne is generally $518, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $231. When looking at the most popular route, (Darwin - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $457 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne (average of $420). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne in September is currently the most expensive (average of $652). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$226Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$231Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$349Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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