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$1,092+ Cheap flights from Darwin (DRW) to California

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Cheap flight deals from Darwin to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Darwin to California flight deals. Data was last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,092
(Qantas Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,477
From Darwin to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($218 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Darwin to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Darwin to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/241:35 pmDRW - SFO
1 stop20h 40mQantas Airways
dom. 9/2810:00 pmSFO - DRW
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,092
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/283:50 pmDRW - SFO
1 stop33h 30mSingapore Airlines
sáb. 11/110:40 amSFO - DRW
1 stop35h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,268
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/271:40 amDRW - SFO
2 stops49h 35mCathay Pacific
sáb. 11/112:25 pmSFO - DRW
2 stops66h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/30$1,731
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/2412:55 pmDRW - SFO
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
dom. 9/287:45 pmSFO - DRW
3 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,825
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/2712:40 amDRW - SFO
1 stop24h 15mVirgin Australia
sáb. 11/111:05 pmSFO - DRW
1 stop32h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/30$1,858
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/2712:40 amDRW - SFO
2 stops23h 40mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/111:05 pmSFO - DRW
1 stop32h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,889

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

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Darwin

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

dom. 8/24

1:35 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 40m

San Francisco

dom. 9/28

10:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,092

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

mar. 10/28

3:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop33h 30m

San Francisco

sáb. 11/1

10:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop35h 50m

$1,268

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

lun. 10/27

1:40 am-10:45 am

2 stops49h 35m

San Francisco

sáb. 11/1

12:25 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops66h 55m

$1,731

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

dom. 8/24

12:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops21h 20m

San Francisco

dom. 9/28

7:45 pm-1:30 am

3 stops37h 15m

$1,825

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

lun. 10/27

12:40 am-8:25 am

1 stop24h 15m

San Francisco

sáb. 11/1

11:05 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$1,858

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

lun. 10/27

12:40 am-7:50 am

2 stops23h 40m

San Francisco

sáb. 11/1

11:05 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$1,889

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

mié. 8/13

12:20 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops48h 40m

$1,221

DarwinSan Francisco

DRW - SFO

DRWSFO

Darwin

mar. 8/12

2:20 am-11:30 am

2 stops49h 40m

$1,982

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Deals found on 7/30

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to California (average of $246). Flying from Darwin to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 31, 2025.

When flying from Darwin to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated julio 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Darwin to California, such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to California (average of $246). Flying from Darwin to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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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