Cheap flights from Darwin to Perth from $280

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DRW — PER
27 Apr — 4 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Darwin to Perth are usually found in February or May, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to Perth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to Perth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2026.

Fri 1/517:35
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Virgin Australia
Fri 8/511:35
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 23/3$469
Sun 17/519:40
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/511:35
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$595
Mon 11/517:35
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/510:45
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$614
Sat 9/517:35
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Virgin Australia
Sat 16/511:35
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 25/3$645
Fri 24/717:35
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Virgin Australia
Sun 26/710:05
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 25/3$646
Fri 1/518:45
DRW
-
PER
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/511:35
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$649
Fri 10/413:00
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Virgin Australia
Wed 15/411:35
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$669
Sat 25/417:35
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Virgin Australia
Sat 2/511:35
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 35m
Virgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$674
Sat 23/517:35
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/506:00
PER
-
DRW
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$700
Sun 12/417:35
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/420:00
PER
-
DRW
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$707
Sun 17/514:55
DRW
-
PER
Nonstop3h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 24/509:00
PER
-
DRW
Nonstop3h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$716

Find flight deals from Darwin to Perth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Perth (PER). 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 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$443

One-way from

$280

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$688

Good round-trip deal

$649 or less

Good one-way deal

$342 or less
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 23/5-31/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Darwin to Perth
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 10/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • Darwin to Perth
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Darwin to Perth.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Darwin to Perth.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Darwin to Perth that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Mon 11/5

17:35-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Perth

Mon 18/5

10:45-15:45

Nonstop3h 30m

$614

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Fri 10/4

13:00-15:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Perth

Tue 14/4

11:00-16:00

Nonstop3h 30m

$719

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Sat 25/4

17:35-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Perth

Sat 2/5

09:00-14:00

Nonstop3h 30m

$740

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Fri 1/5

17:35-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Perth

Fri 8/5

23:55-13:45

2 stops12h 20m

$752

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Wed 13/5

17:35-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Perth

Wed 20/5

11:35-16:40

Nonstop3h 35m

$800

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Wed 22/4

00:40-00:10

1 stop25h 00m

Perth

Mon 27/4

06:00-18:00

1 stop10h 30m

$801

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Sat 23/5

17:35-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Perth

Sun 31/5

23:55-13:45

2 stops12h 20m

$807

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Sun 17/5

12:45-21:55

1 stop10h 40m

Perth

Sun 24/5

11:35-16:40

Nonstop3h 35m

$838

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Fri 22/5

01:30-14:55

2 stops14h 55m

Perth

Mon 25/5

11:35-16:40

Nonstop3h 35m

$877

DarwinPerth

DRW - PER

DRWPER

Darwin

Tue 23/6

11:20-22:25

1 stop12h 35m

Perth

Thu 25/6

11:55-18:10

1 stop4h 45m

$976

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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Perth

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Darwin to Perth. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Darwin to Perth. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Perth (average of $279). Flying from Darwin to Perth in September is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 PER?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Perth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 March 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Darwin to Perth in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 77% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Perth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Perth. 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 Perth. Reviews last updated 28 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Darwin to Perth. 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.

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

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

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

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

Overall

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to Perth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Darwin to Perth?

    If you wish to fly to Perth from Darwin, then you need to book flights from Darwin to Perth. There is 1 flight from Darwin (DRW) to Perth (PER) per day to choose from. Flights to Perth from Darwin are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 3h 55m is how long a nonstop flight from Darwin to Perth typically takes.

  • How popular is this Darwin to Perth flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Darwin to Perth?

    Departing from Darwin to Perth will take you 4h. Airlines will cover a distance of 2651 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($295), Qantas Airways ($390), and Airnorth ($505) offers the cheapest pricing from Darwin to Perth. Virgin Australia is priced at 53% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $234 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Virgin Australia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Airnorth and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $296 and $349, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Perth are South African (96%), Virgin Australia (86%) and Singapore Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Darwin to Perth?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $295. While the most popular route (Darwin - Perth) can be booked for $614 on average, our data indicates $543 when flying from Darwin to Perth.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to Perth 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 Perth?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Perth (average of $279). Flying from Darwin to Perth in September is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 Perth

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$295Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$390Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirnorthCheapest$505Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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