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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Brisbane to Darwin:

• Earliest: departs at 08:10 and lands at 12:22
• Latest: departs at 20:35 and lands at 00:47.

The flight takes about 4h 12m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Brisbane to Darwin:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Brisbane to Darwin takes 4h 12m, covering 4,586 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Brisbane to Darwin range from $420 to $729, with an average of $545 over the past 12 months. Anything below $420 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $545 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $535 return, compared with $731 via a stopover through Melbourne (MEL).

Qantas Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Virgin Australia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Brisbane to Darwin flights are:

• Qantas Airways: 93% on time
• Virgin Australia: 88% on time
• Jetstar: 82% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$118 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Qantas Airways and Virgin Australia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Brisbane to Darwin flights, with 67% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $371 to $3,257. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Brisbane to Darwin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $310, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

Darwin Airport (DRW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Bargain Car Rentals
• East Coast Car Rentals
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Dollar

Flights from Brisbane to Darwin usually depart from Brisbane (BNE) and arrive at Darwin (DRW).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Brisbane to Darwin route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 38m.

Most connecting flights from Brisbane to Darwin pass through Melbourne (MEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Brisbane to Darwin. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $509 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $601, a difference of $92.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Brisbane and Darwin. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• Virgin Australia
• Jetstar

Some of the most popular sights in Darwin are Crocosaurus Cove and SKYCITY Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Darwin on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Brisbane to Darwin flights:

• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

DRW is the only airport serving Darwin. The airport also serves nearby cities, including Moil, Marrara and Millner. You can use Bus Line 10 for transit from DRW to Moil in about 17 minutes, Bus Line 3 to Marrara takes about 11 minutes, and Bus Line 10 to Millner in approximately 20 minutes. You can also rent a car from one of the on-site car rental agencies at DRW, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty, for transit to these nearby cities. The car rental desks at DRW are on the ground floor of the Arrivals Hall, close to the baggage collection area.

Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia offer accessibility services for passengers with disabilities. You can request a wheelchair with the airline. The airlines have dedicated staff members offering assistance services both pre-flight and in-flight. The airlines provide spacious seating with aisle access options for persons with limited mobility. The airlines accept certified assistance animals to travel in cabins.