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Cheap flights from Darwin to New Zealand from $450

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — AKL
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Fri 10/401:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Fri 17/416:00
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/2$748
Thu 9/401:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop19h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 24/417:25
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop27h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/2$826
Sun 22/315:55
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop9h 40m
Jetstar
Sun 29/316:00
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop12h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/2$833
Fri 15/519:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 22/506:20
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/2$843
Sun 3/501:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 11/506:15
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop20h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/2$847
Sun 29/315:30
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop10h 05m
Jetstar
Sun 5/416:00
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop11h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/2$851
Sun 26/419:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/506:20
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2$865
Sun 26/401:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/517:25
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$868
Fri 24/401:15
DRW
-
ZQN
1 stop31h 25m
Jetstar
Sun 3/520:50
ZQN
-
DRW
1 stop30h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/2$872
Thu 9/401:15
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/417:25
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$881
Sun 7/619:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/617:25
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2$882
Sun 3/519:20
DRW
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Jetstar
Sun 10/512:40
AKL
-
DRW
1 stop14h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/2$891

Find flight deals from Darwin to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Darwin to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$748

One-way from

$450

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$985
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/4-17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • Darwin to New Zealand
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 40m total
  • Darwin to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($137 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Fri 15/5

19:20-16:10

1 stop18h 20m

Auckland Intl

Fri 22/5

06:20-18:35

1 stop14h 45m

$843

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 9/5

19:20-16:10

1 stop18h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

06:20-18:35

1 stop14h 45m

$847

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 3/5

01:15-14:10

1 stop10h 25m

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

06:15-00:30

1 stop20h 45m

$847

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 29/3

15:30-05:05

1 stop10h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/4

16:00-00:50

1 stop11h 20m

$851

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 3/5

19:20-16:10

1 stop18h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/5

12:40-00:30

1 stop14h 20m

$891

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 25/4

01:15-23:35

2 stops19h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

06:20-00:45

1 stop20h 55m

$894

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 10/5

19:20-16:10

1 stop18h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

12:40-00:30

1 stop14h 20m

$899

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 25/4

01:15-14:35

2 stops10h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/4

20:40-17:15

1 stop23h 05m

$901

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Fri 1/5

14:35-05:05

1 stop12h 00m

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/5

17:25-13:45

1 stop22h 50m

$902

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 7/3

14:20-05:05

1 stop11h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

06:15-13:35

1 stop10h 50m

$909

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Deals found on 12/2

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand (average of $370). Flying from Darwin to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,046). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 14 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, andJetstar from Darwin to New Zealand. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
439 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
519 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
989 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

Related info for your journey

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

    Darwin (DRW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand. It is only a 6.4 km journey to Darwin (DRW) from Darwin’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to New Zealand?

    Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways can get you from Darwin to New Zealand in just under 13h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 45m. The distance between Darwin and New Zealand is about 5090 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Darwin to New Zealand?

    When deciding which route to take from Darwin to New Zealand, consider Darwin - Queenstown Intl, Darwin - Auckland Intl or Darwin - Wellington, as they are the most popular.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand (average of $370). Flying from Darwin to New Zealand in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,046). 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 New Zealand

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$463Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$620Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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JetstarCheapest$637Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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