Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport is 4 hours 29 minutes. Darwin's timezone is UTC+9:30, making Darwin 1 hour 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
You can choose from 82 weekly flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport. The 00:20 departure with Qantas is the earliest available from MEL to DRW. Jetstar operates the last service of the day at 21:30 if early starts aren't your thing.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport. When you're ready to start your Darwin adventure and explore this part of Australia, these top carriers service the MEL to DRW route:
To break up your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the MEL - DRW route are:
Alice Springs Airport
Brisbane Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Once you've found cheap ticket from MEL to DRW, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't necessary as you're traveling within Australia. As long as you have some other form of identification, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport is C$186. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$406. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flight tickets from MEL to DRW, reserve your journey 9 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport can be reached in approximately 28 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 42 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DRW:
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Darwin. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 12 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Darwin in February.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Darwin International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Darwin, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to DRW in July. Temperatures average between 18ºC and 31ºC then.
More about Darwin
Start your Darwin trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MEL to DRW, check out our accommodation options including:
Mindil Beach and Crocosaurus Cove are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Darwin travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Crocodylus Park.
Complete your Darwin trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Darwin International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Darwin stay.
