Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Darwin to Melbourne?

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Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Saturday. Find deals

Question 2

How many flights depart from Darwin to Melbourne on average per day?

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Per day, 2 flights depart from Darwin to Melbourne on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures Find deals

Question 3

How long is the flight from Darwin to Melbourne?

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Departing from Darwin to Melbourne will take you 4h 10m. The distance between Darwin and Melbourne is about 3149 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops. Find deals

Question 4

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

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According to our current data, Jetstar ($476), and Virgin Australia ($534) offers the cheapest pricing from Darwin to Melbourne. You may be able to fly from Darwin to Melbourne for 11% less than the average price by searching for these airlines. Find deals

Question 5

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

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The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as little as $210. 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.

Question 6

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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.

January

$239

February

$207

March

$237

April

$233

May

$202

June

$214

July

$234

August

$205

September

$230

October

$225

November

$243

December

$268

Question 7

When is the best time to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Darwin to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 71 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.

Question 8

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Melbourne?

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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Darwin to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Monday at midday 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.

Question 9

How recently were the Darwin to Melbourne flight deals updated?

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The Darwin to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Darwin to Melbourne?

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Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia are the most popular airlines when flying from Darwin to Melbourne.

Question 11

What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

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While on average a flight from Darwin to Melbourne is generally $435, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $210. When looking at the most popular route, (Darwin - Melbourne), you can expect to pay $508 for that flight.

Question 12

What are the most reliable airlines from Darwin to Melbourne?

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Consider United Airlines (80%), Etihad Airways (69%) or China Eastern (60%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Melbourne.

Question 13

Can I find flights from Darwin to Melbourne for under $500 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Darwin to Melbourne for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $476, but on average you can expect to pay $554.

Question 14

Are there direct flights from Darwin to Melbourne for under $500 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 8 direct flights from Darwin to Melbourne under $500. A good price for a direct flight from Darwin to Melbourne is less than $695.

Question 15

Are there last-minute flights available from Darwin to Melbourne for under $1,000?

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There are currently 12+ open flights from Darwin to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

Question 16

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

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Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Melbourne. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

Question 17

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

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To save on the cost of your flight from Darwin to Melbourne, book at least 37 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 33% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $488 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $709.

Question 18

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

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Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne from Darwin. Users have commonly found prices around $537 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $193. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

Question 19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Melbourne (DRW - MEL)?

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It’s typically best to fly out from Darwin to Melbourne in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Question 20

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

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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 7 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

Question 21

What does DRW to MEL mean?

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DRW and MEL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DRW to MEL refers to a flight route from Darwin Airport to Melbourne Airport. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Question 22

Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your Darwin to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 23

Can I find deals on flights from Darwin to Melbourne with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Darwin to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 24

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

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

Question 25

How can I find direct flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

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

Question 26

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

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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.

Question 27

Can I find deals for flights from Darwin to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Darwin to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 28

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Darwin to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 29

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Melbourne from Darwin today with Cheapflights!

Question 30

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Darwin to Melbourne?

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It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Darwin to Melbourne.

Question 31

Can Cheapflights find flights from Darwin to Melbourne with no change fees?

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Need flexible booking options for your flight to Melbourne from Darwin? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

Question 32

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Darwin to Melbourne become cheaper?

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Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Darwin to Melbourne and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$228	Average$604	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$261	Average$553	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$356	Average$927	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights

28%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
0%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
0%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
72%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Monday	10daily flights
Tuesday	5daily flights
Wednesday	7daily flights
Thursday	3daily flights
Friday	10daily flights
Saturday	10daily flights
Sunday	10daily flights

Popular in	June
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$537
Round-trip from	$202

Cheap flights from Darwin to Melbourne from $210

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

The best prices from Darwin to Melbourne are usually found in November or October, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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When is the best time to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Darwin to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 71 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Darwin to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Darwin to Melbourne is currently $256 while a return flight costs $519. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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