BNE - DRW

$204 Find Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Darwin

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Brisbane to Darwin departing on 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Brisbane to Darwin, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$339
Typical prices: $342-$524
Virgin Australia
Sat 18/4Sat 25/4
BNE - DRW • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$205
Typical prices: $198-$332
Jetstar
Thu 23/4
BNE - DRW • Direct
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Cheapest • from $339 (return)
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Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Darwin (BNE-DRW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Brisbane to Darwin that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Brisbane to Darwin

Sat, 18 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
Virgin Australia Logo
09:50 - 13:45
BNE
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
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14:35 - 18:55
DRW
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BNE
3h 50mdirect
$339Virgin Australia
Sat, 16 May - Fri, 22 May
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06:00 - 09:55
BNE
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
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01:30 - 05:50
DRW
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BNE
3h 50mdirect
$346Virgin Australia
Wed, 6 May - Fri, 8 May
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09:50 - 13:45
BNE
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
Virgin Australia Logo
14:35 - 18:55
DRW
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BNE
3h 50mdirect
$350Virgin Australia
Mon, 4 May - Mon, 11 May
Virgin Australia Logo
09:50 - 13:45
BNE
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
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14:35 - 18:55
DRW
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BNE
3h 50mdirect
$353Virgin Australia
Sat, 18 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
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14:50 - 18:35
BNE
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DRW
4h 15mdirect
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19:20 - 23:30
DRW
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BNE
3h 40mdirect
$356Jetstar
Fri, 24 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
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09:50 - 13:45
BNE
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
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14:35 - 18:55
DRW
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BNE
3h 50mdirect
$357Virgin Australia
Fri, 19 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun
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20:50 - 00:45
BNE
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
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01:30 - 05:50
DRW
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BNE
3h 50mdirect
$359Virgin Australia
Fri, 17 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr
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09:50 - 13:45
BNE
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
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19:20 - 23:30
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BNE
3h 40mdirect
$362Multiple Airlines
Sat, 18 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr
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09:50 - 13:45
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DRW
4h 25mdirect
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19:20 - 23:30
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BNE
3h 40mdirect
$363Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
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09:50 - 13:45
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4h 25mdirect
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Brisbane to Darwin flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Brisbane to Darwin to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Brisbane to Darwin?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Brisbane to Darwin departing in April.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Brisbane to Darwin?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Brisbane to Darwin clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Brisbane to Darwin, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Darwin, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Darwin?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Brisbane to Darwin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Brisbane to Darwin is August, where tickets cost $360 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $496 and $468 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Brisbane to Darwin?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Brisbane to Darwin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Brisbane to Darwin, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$205
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Brisbane to Darwin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Brisbane to Darwin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Brisbane to Darwin

  • Which cities are served by Darwin International Airport?

    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.

  • Which airline offers accessibility services from Brisbane Airport to Darwin International Airport?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Brisbane to Darwin?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Brisbane to Darwin was $205 for a one-way ticket and $339 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Brisbane to Darwin?

    On your way to Darwin, you’ll fly out from Brisbane. You’ll be landing at Darwin.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Brisbane to Darwin?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Brisbane to Darwin flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Brisbane to Darwin?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Brisbane and Darwin.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Brisbane to Darwin?

    There are direct flights from Brisbane to Darwin on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Brisbane to Darwin, Virgin Australia or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Brisbane to Darwin are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $522 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $753 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Brisbane to Darwin?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Brisbane to Darwin.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Brisbane to Darwin?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Darwin from Brisbane is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Brisbane to Darwin?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Darwin with an airline and back to Brisbane with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Brisbane to Darwin?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Darwin from Brisbane up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Brisbane to Darwin

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $200 or less one-way and $389 or less round-trip.
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) is the primary hub for Virgin Australia. The airline operates domestic and international flights from Brisbane to various global destinations, including Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Cairns, Hobart and Gold Coast. BNE has a Virgin Australia end in the Domestic Terminal, offering convenience through easy access to facilities and a streamlined check-in, boarding and security screening process.
  • Consider flying Qantas Club or Virgin Australia, as the airlines have lounges in Darwin International Airport (DRW) accessible to Business Class, First Class and Elite Status Lounge membership programs. Qantas Club is on Level 2 of the Domestic Terminal, in the Departures area; while Virgin Australia Lounge is on Level 1 of the Domestic Terminal, in the Departures area. Enjoy complimentary food and beverages, comfortable seating, workstations and shower facilities at these lounges.
  • If you are a frequent flyer on Qantas Airways, consider flying with the airline from Brisbane to Darwin, as the airline has a Frequent Flyer program, where you can earn and redeem miles. You can purchase a BNE-DRW ticket using the accumulated points from the program or use the points to upgrade your class of service to Business Class or First Class.

Prefer to fly direct from Brisbane to Darwin?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Brisbane to Darwin.
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Direct departures

Brisbane to Darwin

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Darwin to Brisbane

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Brisbane to Darwin

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Brisbane to Darwin. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Brisbane to Darwin? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 449 reviews
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
6.4Entertainment
6.4Food
7.7Boarding
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Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

10.0 Excellentglenn, Mar 2026
OOL - SYD
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Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

Very friendly staff. No food service and no entertainment. Only 1hr 20min flight

High fees for excess checked baggage and somehow ridiculous rules for carry on bags.

Flight was late, food and drink an extra charge, my carry on is five rows behind me, and the seats are too narrow. Don’t ask me to be happy about it

I bought flights in August and there wasn’t a flight in the system

Our 6.30am flight was boarded then cancelled to fly at 10.55am . We were flying to Brisbane to attend a funeral at 12 noon an hour away . This means missing the funeral due to unreliability of Virgin . Unimpressed !!

It was with Link Airways and the Saab 340 jet was noisy and little comfort.

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

The flights got us to our destination. The seats on the planes were uncomfortable.

The smells on this plane were disgusting. So many sweaty and unhygienic people i couldn't stand it. I dream of being anywhere else in the world when I am on a JetStar flight they suck.

One of the better flights I’ve had w Jetstar. Smooth boarding, early take off, on time landing, very courteous crew, clean plane.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

The issue was a 4 hour delay to takeoff with very sketchy information provided about the available of the flights delay. Passengers were not informed of gate changes and how long the delay might be. It ended with a late night 2 hour drive to our home which was not ideal for elderly people.

Flight was fine with boarding starting a few minutes early. Not a fan of the crew pushing political messaging regarding indigenous naming of Brisbane city… really pushed it like I haven’t heard on Jetstar before.

Improved experience over our last years flight when also we flew local but on an international scheduled flight. The double processing is still unwelcome i.e. by security and then by border force having to produce a licence and boarding pass repeatedly on departure and return. Obviously suits the airline rather than the local traveller. The flight and crew were good though a helper on return was offhand having to push the wheel chair did the bare minimum we felt.

Flight on time. New plane. No entertainment screen just device. No offer of water. Didn’t order food.

Flight was delayed both directions but once in the air was ok. Boarding out of Melbourne is just a mess.

Although a local trip via international flight it was fairly straight forward albeit more checks than desirable for local travel. On arrival Perth collecting luggage the trollies were hidden in one end of the long hall.

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