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

DRW — MEL
Aug 20 — Aug 271
Wed 8/20
Wed 8/27
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Darwin to Melbourne are usually found in March or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 August 15, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$346

Good round-trip deal

$764 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Darwin to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Darwin to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 75% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 August 15, 2025.

The most flights from DRW to MEL are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated August 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport, such as Qantas Airways and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
464 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Darwin to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Darwin (DRW) if they book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne. On average, Darwin has 8 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Darwin is conveniently located just 4.0 mi from Darwin’s city center.

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

    Qantas Airways, at $221, was found to be the cheapest airline from Darwin to Melbourne Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Jetstar. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Cathay Pacific (93%), Air New Zealand (93%) or LATAM Airlines (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Darwin to Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Darwin to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 2 airlines flying from Darwin to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$221Average$1,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
JetstarCheapest$235Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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