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$270 Find Cheap Flights from Darwin to Melbourne – Compare and Save

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Cheapest return fare
$420
Typical prices: $386-$687
Virgin Australia, Jetstar
Thu 20/8Wed 26/8
DRW - MEL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$270
Typical prices: $326-$422
Jetstar
Mon 10/8
DRW - MEL • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $452 (return)
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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You can fly direct with Jetstar, Qantas Airways, and Virgin Australia. Average duration is 4h 10m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Darwin to Melbourne (DRW-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Darwin to Melbourne 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 Darwin to Melbourne

Thu, 20 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
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00:40 - 05:20
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MEL
4h 10mdirect
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13:15 - 17:15
MEL
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DRW
4h 30mdirect
$420Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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00:40 - 06:25
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MEL
4h 15mdirect
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13:15 - 16:05
MEL
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DRW
4h 20mdirect
$431Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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00:40 - 05:20
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MEL
4h 10mdirect
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13:15 - 17:15
MEL
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DRW
4h 30mdirect
$433Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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00:40 - 05:20
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MEL
4h 10mdirect
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13:15 - 17:15
MEL
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4h 30mdirect
$438Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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00:40 - 05:20
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MEL
4h 10mdirect
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13:15 - 17:15
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4h 30mdirect
$445Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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00:40 - 06:25
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MEL
4h 15mdirect
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13:15 - 16:05
MEL
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4h 20mdirect
$451Multiple Airlines
Fri, 14 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
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01:15 - 09:35
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MEL
7h 50m
1 stop
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13:15 - 17:15
MEL
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4h 30mdirect
$452Jetstar
Fri, 6 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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00:40 - 06:25
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MEL
4h 15mdirect
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13:15 - 16:05
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4h 20mdirect
$454Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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00:40 - 06:25
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MEL
4h 15mdirect
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13:15 - 16:05
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4h 20mdirect
$457Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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00:40 - 06:25
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4h 15mdirect
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08:45 - 16:30
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9h 15m
1 stop
$460Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Darwin to Melbourne flights

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

How much is a return flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport?

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

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Melbourne on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Darwin, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Tuesdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport, 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 Darwin to Melbourne Airport is November, where tickets cost $407 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $649 and $629 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Darwin to Melbourne Airport, 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 Darwin to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 10 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$270
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Darwin to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Darwin to Melbourne 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 Darwin to Melbourne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Darwin to Melbourne Airport was $270 for a one-way ticket and $420 for a return.

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

    When flying out of Darwin you will be using Darwin. You will be landing at Melbourne, also known as Melbourne.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Darwin to Melbourne?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Darwin to Melbourne are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $570 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 $770 and an overall rating of 7.5.

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

    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 Darwin to Melbourne.

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

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

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

    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 Melbourne with an airline and back to Darwin with another airline.

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

    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 Melbourne from Darwin 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 Darwin to Melbourne Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $334 or less one-way and $375 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Darwin to Melbourne?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Darwin to Melbourne.
Find which airlines fly direct from Darwin Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Darwin to Melbourne

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

Melbourne 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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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Darwin to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Darwin to Melbourne. 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 Darwin to Melbourne? 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 462 reviews
8.2Crew
7.7Boarding
6.4Entertainment
6.4Food
7.5Comfort
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Flight cancelled due to broken seat. $8 refreshment voucher barely bought a coffee. 3 hours to next flight. Also then delayed.

4.0 OkayChristopher, June 2026
CBR - MEL
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Flight cancelled due to broken seat. $8 refreshment voucher barely bought a coffee. 3 hours to next flight. Also then delayed.

There were no food or entertainment on this short flight. Friendly staff even before getting on the flight. The seats were snug but it was quick flight

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

Crew was great but flight was delayed almost three hours due to a technical issue and we had to go back to the terminal and wait for another one.

For a red eye flight it is pretty uncomfortable. They provide nothing in the way of pillows, etc.

Toasties not available (only GF option). Hot drinks not able to be served No usb charging port

This time is good . Don’t cancel flight with out early notice .

Virgin flights are always on time, check in is always smooth with helpful staff. The air crew are friendly and helpful. Luggage comes out quickly and in good shape. We didn't have food or entertainment, it was only a short flight, so I can't comment on those.

The flight was canceled. And I had to book on Jetstar to get home

my flight was Delayed 3 x and no reason was provided

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+.

I got upgraded from economy to business, and the experience was outstanding

Better than expected, normally I don't use this airline because they are too expensive for me, but if you can afford it, good on you, you won't regret it. Regards.

I have never had a problem with flying Qantas, so this flight was the same as any other.

Following a marathon flight riddled by delays and changes from Santiago, Chile, my flight to Melbourne from Sydney was on schedule but I was transferred to the next flight. The reason by ticketing and the floor manager was I missed the entry to flight by one minute! That's right, the emphasised that if I was 1 minute earlier I would be on the flight. I asked what was the point them emphasising 1minute overdue and how that helped me or the situation. They didn't care at all. Replying that if it was one minute earlier they would've done something and smirking delivering the information. Australian's do call Australia home, Qantas calls Australian's suckers.

It's only a short trip from Sydney to Melbourne, which i have done many times. The trip met my expectations

Qantas cancelled my flight for no good reason and rebooked me into a middle seat.

Better food, hotter coffee, otherwise it was a very smooth and reasonably comfortable flight.

I don’t remember what exactly was served, but I do remember thinking no U,S. airline would try to serve a meal during a 90-minute flight!

The flight was delayed more than half an hour. The checked baggage took ages to be offloaded from the flight. It is also a "full service" flight for two hours over lunch time - served a crappy packet of biscuits for the inflight snack!

Delayed 50 mins. Check in was excellent, boarding was good, everything else was OK and perfectly acceptable for a budget airline. Price was excellent. I noticed this airline had two other flights to our destination cancelled so not very reliable.

Horrible. The people that get this flights are very sick, dangerous and unhygienic

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.

Jet star delayed both trips with poor communication. Passengers were made to change gates often and then left to stand with no seating. As someone getting over surgery this was very trying.

The flight was delayed by 2 hours but the Jetstar crew were fantastic.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

Jetsatar refused to take my foldable stroller in the plane, despite following all the rules on dimensions and packaging. Similar thing happened on our previous fight. However, at that instance, they offered to check in the stroller. At this fight, the staff was rude, trying to rush us to board the flight. They made excuses that the stroller was not allowed and even offer to leave it behind and ship it back at our own cost. Fortunately, we had someone else attending. Since the flight was about to take off, they left it behind and send it back to us on the next available flight.

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