Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
A direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport takes on average 4 hours 15 minutes. The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which makes it 30 minutes behind Brisbane.
Choose from 151 weekly flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. The 00:25 departure with Jetstar is the earliest flight available between BNE and DRW. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 21:00 if early starts aren't your thing.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a number of airlines offering direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Darwin adventure and experience this part of Australia, these top carriers service the BNE to DRW route:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BNE and DRW include:
Alice Springs Airport
Adelaide Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
When flying within Australia, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring another form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from BNE to DRW, check your ID is up to date before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport is C$157. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$314. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from BNE to DRW, reserve your trip 2 months ahead of your departure date.
October is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from BNE to DRW couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Brisbane Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 40 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near BNE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Reserve a hotel close to DRW if you're on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport to the center of Darwin is around 15 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 12 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Darwin in February.
The warmest month in Darwin is November, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from BNE to DRW in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Darwin
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Darwin right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from BNE to DRW:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Mindil Beach, Crocosaurus Cove and Crocodylus Park are leading attractions which should be on any good Darwin itinerary.
Complete your Darwin trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Darwin International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Darwin.