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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Darwin

MEL — DRW
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

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 15 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£1,058

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£216
From Melbourne to Darwin
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in November 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 return flight from Melbourne to Darwin. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Darwin may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 15 November 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Darwin in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 15 November 2024.

The most flights from MEL to DRW are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Darwin. 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 into for flights to Darwin from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Darwin from Melbourne, you will be flying to Darwin, which is the city’s only airport. Darwin (DRW) is located 4.0 mi from the center of Darwin. There are 9 flights from Melbourne to Darwin per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to Darwin on time: Etihad Airways (85%), United Airlines (84%), Jetstar (81%).

  • 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 holiday 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.

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