Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Darwin (DRW)

MEL — DRW
Oct 15 — Oct 221

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The best prices from Melbourne to Darwin are usually found in November or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Darwin (DRW). 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 October 10, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$300
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in October 2024

Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Darwin

Get recent, data-driven insights about 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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on October 4, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to DRW?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 10, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Darwin

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Darwin. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated October 10, 2024.

The most flights from MEL to DRW are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 - 15.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Darwin when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 4.0 mi from the city center, Darwin is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Darwin from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Darwin (DRW) should be relatively easy as there are 9 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 2 different airlines.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Darwin on average per day?

    On average 4 flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Darwin per day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?

    Before booking your flight to Darwin from Melbourne Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Jetstar (85%), Qantas Airways (77%), Etihad Airways( 73%).

  • What does MEL to DRW mean?

    This is defined as Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Darwin Airport (DRW). Codes like Darwin Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Darwin that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Darwin flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Darwin with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Darwin flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Darwin that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Darwin offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Darwin?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Darwin flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Darwin

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Darwin. 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 2,713,696 searches. Data last updated October 10, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$175Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
JetstarCheapest$245Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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