Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Darwin (DRW)
MEL — DRW
May 16 — May 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 16, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $376 |
Good round-trip deal | $336 or less |
Good one-way deal | $144 or less |
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Darwin in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Darwin flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Darwin flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Darwin flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Darwin flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Darwin flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Darwin
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Darwin from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 10, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin, you should look to book at least 34 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin (average of $313). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in July is currently the most expensive (average of $447). 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 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 April 16, 2026.
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 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
How often are flights from Melbourne to Darwin delayed?
About 21% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Darwin have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Darwin flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Darwin flights?
Over the last year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Darwin
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Darwin. 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 Darwin. Reviews last updated April 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Darwin by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.2
Food
6.4
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Entertainment
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentElio,Jan 2026
MEL - ADL
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.2
Food
6.4
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Entertainment
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentElio,Jan 2026
MEL - ADL
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.2
Food
6.4
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Entertainment
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentElio,Jan 2026
MEL - ADL
Boarding
7.7
Crew
8.2
Food
6.4
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Entertainment
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentElio,Jan 2026
MEL - ADL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$157 | Average$509 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$203 | Average$393 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$526 | Average$655 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |