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Cheap flights from Darwin to New Zealand from $496

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — AKL
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
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 5 December 2025.

Wed 31/1215:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mJetstar
Sat 10/108:05AKL - DRW
1 stop10h 40mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$1,249
Wed 31/1215:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/119:15AKL - DRW
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,337
Sat 27/1212:00DRW - AKL
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/108:05AKL - DRW
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,441
Sat 27/1212:00DRW - AKL
1 stop31h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 8/120:35AKL - DRW
2 stops17h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$1,500
Thu 18/1201:25DRW - ZQN
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1214:00ZQN - DRW
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,511
Thu 18/1201:25DRW - ZQN
1 stop10h 40mQantas Airways
Thu 25/1215:30ZQN - DRW
2 stops24h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/12$1,701
Mon 29/1215:55DRW - AKL
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/115:05AKL - DRW
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,880
Tue 23/1212:00DRW - AKL
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/116:30AKL - DRW
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,912

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Round-trip from

$926

One-way from

$496

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,458
15/1-23/1
  • 15/1-23/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 10m total
  • Darwin to New Zealand
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  • Jetstar
  • 16/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 40m total
  • Darwin to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($199 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Darwin

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New Zealand

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 18/1

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/1

08:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

$959

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 17/1

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

08:05-13:35

1 stop9h 00m

$960

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 11/1

15:55-05:05

1 stop9h 40m

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

08:05-15:15

1 stop10h 40m

$980

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 17/1

00:10-14:45

2 stops11h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/1

08:05-13:35

1 stop9h 00m

$1,021

DarwinQueenstown

DRW - ZQN

DRWZQN

Darwin

Fri 20/3

00:40-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 25/3

17:30-13:35

1 stop23h 35m

$1,071

DarwinWellington

DRW - WLG

DRWWLG

Darwin

Fri 8/5

00:40-14:50

1 stop11h 40m

Wellington

Wed 13/5

06:00-23:55

1 stop20h 25m

$1,326

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 27/12

12:00-21:30

1 stop30h 00m

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/1

19:30-15:15

1 stop23h 15m

$1,470

DarwinWellington

DRW - WLG

DRWWLG

Darwin

Sat 9/5

07:30-23:55

2 stops13h 55m

Wellington

Wed 13/5

15:40-14:35

1 stop25h 25m

$1,494

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sun 11/1

07:20-00:45

3 stops13h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

07:15-23:20

2 stops19h 35m

$1,555

DarwinAuckland

DRW - AKL

DRWAKL

Darwin

Sat 27/12

12:00-23:00

1 stop31h 30m

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/1

06:10-10:40

2 stops32h 00m

$1,748

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Darwin to New Zealand

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand (average of $396). Flying from Darwin to New Zealand in March is currently the most expensive (average of $850). 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 NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

When flying from Darwin to New Zealand, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the evening.

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 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, 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.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
426 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
947 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
426 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

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 New Zealand. 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 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 Air New Zealand can get you from Darwin to New Zealand in just under 9h. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 45m. The distance between Darwin and New Zealand is about 5090 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Jetstar, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $385. Qantas Airways flights start at $619 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $631 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Darwin to New Zealand, consider Darwin - Auckland Intl, Darwin - Queenstown 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?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Darwin to New Zealand?

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

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

    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to New Zealand (average of $396). Flying from Darwin to New Zealand in March is currently the most expensive (average of $850). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Darwin to New Zealand. 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 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$643Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$681Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$928Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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