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Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport (DRW - MEL)

DRW — MEL
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights users flying from Darwin to Melbourne on Virgin Australia typically fly into Melbourne and depart from Darwin. Select your dates above for pricing.

Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Melbourne in 2025

Find detailed information about Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Melbourne. Explore the options provided by Virgin Australia to plan your journey from Darwin to Melbourne. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

One-way from

$242

Return from

$582

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price (all airlines)

$498
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 10m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 7/5-11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Darwin to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights from Darwin to Melbourne; 20% potential price increase.
Best time to find cheap flights from Darwin to Melbourne; 4% potential price drop.
Average price for all Darwin to Melbourne flights (one-way and round-trip).
  • Can I get a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport on Virgin Australia for under $400?

    Cheapflights users have found 1 Virgin Australia flights for under $400 on the DRW-MEL route. Prices on flights to Melbourne Airport from Darwin can vary based on many factors including dates. To look at price based on your preferred dates, click here.

  • How do most travelers feel about Virgin Australia?

    Cheapflights users who travel with Virgin Australia (a popular airline from Darwin to Melbourne Airport) have rated them a 6.6/10. This rating comes from 439 reviews. If you are looking to travel DRW-MEL, search your dates above.

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Cheapest Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable Virgin Australia flight options available from Darwin to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Wed 7/500:35DRW - MEL
Nonstop4h 10mVirgin Australia
Sun 11/507:10MEL - DRW
1 stop7h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 29/4$582

Travel insights for Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about Virgin Australia flights from Darwin to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport with Virgin Australia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking with Virgin Australia 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport. 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 Melbourne Airport with Virgin Australia?

Currently, the most affordable month to book a Virgin Australia flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in February, with an average price of $194. Conversely, traveling with Virgin Australia from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in August will be the most expensive, with an average cost of $403. Various factors influence flight prices, so comparing airlines, departure airports, and times can help reduce costs.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne

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