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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (MEL - DRW)

MEL — DRW
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

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

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Darwin in 2025

Find detailed information about Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Darwin. Explore the options provided by Qantas Airways to plan your journey from Melbourne to Darwin. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

One-way from

$427

Return from

$831

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price (all airlines)

$708
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 25/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Darwin
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  • Qantas Airways
  • 30/9-10/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Darwin
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Highest demand for flights from Melbourne to Darwin; 16% potential price increase.
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Average price for all Melbourne to Darwin flights (one-way and round-trip).
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  • Can I get a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin on Qantas Airways for under $500?

    Qantas Airways offers 1 flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin for under $500. Prices vary by date and time. To see all prices and select your dates, click here.

  • How do most travelers feel about Qantas Airways?

    The general consensus from 458 Cheapflights users is that Qantas Airways is a 6.5/10. Select your travel dates above for updated prices on flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (MEL-DRW).

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Cheapest Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Darwin
Explore the most affordable Qantas Airways flight options available from Melbourne to Darwin. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Sat 30/814:45MEL - DRW
2 stops10h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 12/901:15DRW - MEL
1 stop8h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/7$1,041

Travel insights for Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Darwin

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin with Qantas Airways?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

Booking with Qantas Airways 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin. 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 Melbourne Airport to Darwin with Qantas Airways?

Currently, the most affordable month to book a Qantas Airways flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in May, with an average price of $264. Conversely, traveling with Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in October will be the most expensive, with an average cost of $454. Various factors influence flight prices, so comparing airlines, departure airports, and times can help reduce costs.

Weekly Qantas Airways flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Darwin

The most Qantas Airways flights from MEL to DRW are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer Qantas Airways flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Darwin by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Darwin ranges from 0.0 - 400.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 400.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Darwin when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Darwin by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Darwin, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Darwin

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See what others are saying about Qantas Airways

Read reviews and see what other travellers are saying about their experiences with Qantas Airways. Get insights from real passengers regarding the airline's services, customer satisfaction, and overall travel experience. Use these reviews to inform your decision when choosing Qantas Airways for your next flight. Reviews last updated 18 July 2025.
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