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C$1,175 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Darwin (DRW)

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Flight deals from Cape Town to Darwin

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Darwin Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$2,592. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Darwin.C$1,175 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 25.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue., Aug. 25, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,175, select.
Darwin.C$1,235 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 29.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu., Oct. 29, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,235, select.
Darwin.C$1,308 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 30.One-way flight with FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Mon., Nov. 30, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,308, select.
Darwin.C$1,308 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 22.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue., Sep. 22, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,308, select.
Darwin.C$1,377 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 23.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue., Jun. 23, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,377, select.

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Cape Town to Darwin: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Darwin below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Darwin.

Darwin

6km from central Darwin
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Bathurst Island

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Cape Town to Darwin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$1,175
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Darwin is C$2,592. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Darwin. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$2,592.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Darwin.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Darwin is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Darwin Airport on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Darwin Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Darwin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Darwin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, South African Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Darwin.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know

  • Traveling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Australia, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CPT to DRW.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Darwin International Airport is C$1,175. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$2,592. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from CPT to DRW, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Darwin International Airport.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from CPT to DRW. You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Darwin International Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take around 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city center.

  • Got an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Darwin International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near CPT:

Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)

Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin

  • From Darwin International Airport, Darwin is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.

When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Darwin. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Darwin International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 34ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to DRW in July. Average temperatures are between 18ºC and 31ºC then.

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  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Darwin International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe 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.

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