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Cheapest return fare
$379
Typical prices: $402-$623
Jetstar
Wed 2/9Thu 10/9
DRW - SYD • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$295
Typical prices: $188-$302
Virgin Australia
Mon 18/1
DRW - SYD • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $379 (return)
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Cheap Flights from Darwin to Sydney (DRW-SYD)

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

Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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01:15 - 06:10
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SYD
4h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 00:30
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4h 35mdirect
$379Jetstar
Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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00:10 - 06:15
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SYD
4h 35mdirect
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20:25 - 23:25
SYD
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4h 30mdirect
$388Jetstar
Sun, 6 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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01:15 - 06:10
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SYD
4h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 00:30
SYD
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4h 35mdirect
$389Jetstar
Sun, 30 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep
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01:15 - 06:10
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SYD
4h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 00:30
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4h 35mdirect
$391Jetstar
Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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01:15 - 06:10
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SYD
4h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 00:30
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4h 35mdirect
$394Jetstar
Sun, 6 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep
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01:15 - 06:10
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SYD
4h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 00:30
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4h 35mdirect
$397Jetstar
Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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01:15 - 06:10
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SYD
4h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 00:30
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4h 35mdirect
$399Jetstar
Sun, 6 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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SYD
4h 25mdirect
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20:25 - 00:30
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4h 35mdirect
$401Jetstar
Sun, 6 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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4h 25mdirect
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$404Jetstar
Wed, 19 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug
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$405Jetstar
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Darwin to Sydney flights

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

How much is a return flight from Darwin to Sydney?

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 Sydney departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Sydney from Darwin usually cost between $366 and $638 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379 on Jetstar (2 Sept–10 Sept).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Sydney on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Darwin to Sydney. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Darwin to Sydney, 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 Sydney is November, where tickets cost $397 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $565 and $553 respectively.

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

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 Sydney, 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 Sydney, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 54% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$295
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Darwin to Sydney

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

  • Are there non-stop flights from Darwin to Sydney?

    There are direct flights from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Sydney Airport (SYD). If you can’t find direct flights to suit your times and budget, you may have a stopover in either Melbourne (MEL) or Brisbane (BNE) on the way. Sometimes the more economical option is to use a combination of airlines.

  • How can I get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney?

    You have many options to get from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Sydney centre. Taxis, rideshares and shuttles should take around 17min from the airport to the centre with good traffic. The train takes 15min to Central Station for around A$ 15. Be sure to get an Opal Card and top it up for use on all Transport for NSW trains, trams and buses. You can take bus 400 and then 320 to get to Central Station. It is cheaper than the train but takes about 1h.

  • Are there any on-site hotels at Sydney Airport?

    There are various hotels within a short distance of Sydney Airport. Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport (4-star) is 1 km from the Domestic Terminal and 3 km from the International Terminals. Mantra on Sydney Airport (4-star) and Ibis Budget Sydney Airport (2-star) are located 800 m from the Domestic and 4 km from the International Terminals and provide shuttles.

  • Which is an eco-friendly airline flying from Darwin to Sydney?

    Flights to Sydney from Darwin release about 1,567 kg of carbon per passenger. However, Qantas and Jetstar offer eco-friendly travel on this route. Consider Qantas, which has reduced its carbon emissions by roughly 32%.

  • Is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) an airline hub?

    Sydney Airport serves as a hub for Qantas and Virgin Australia. Consider flying Qantas from Darwin to Sydney Airport to connect easily to other cities, including Hamilton Island, Auckland, San Francisco, Vancouver and Tokyo. Terminal 3 and Pier B of Terminal 1 serve Qantas, and Terminal 3 has a lounge for airline flyers.

  • Which airline flying from Darwin to Sydney offers unaccompanied minor services?

    Kids travelling alone can fly Qantas, as the airline offers unaccompanied minor services at an additional supervision fee. Minors between five to 12 years can travel unaccompanied but must have a filled form from the parent. The child must be accompanied by an adult for check-in and picked up by an adult upon landing. Ensure you have the minor’s birth certificate or passport during check-in.

  • Is Sydney Airport accessible for passengers with limited mobility?

    Sydney Airport has accessible washrooms throughout Terminals 1 and 2. You can request wheelchairs and assistance services with your airline. The airport has hearing loops and TTY phones for the hearing and speech impaired on Levels 1 and 2 of the International Terminal and on the Departures and Arrivals levels in the Domestic Terminal. Visually impaired passengers can use the free service to navigate the terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Darwin to Sydney?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Darwin to Sydney was $295 for a one-way ticket and $379 for a return.

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

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Darwin to Sydney?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Darwin to Sydney are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $577 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 $745 and an overall rating of 7.5.

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

    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 Sydney.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Darwin 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 Darwin to Sydney?

    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 Sydney 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 Sydney?

    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 Sydney 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 Sydney

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $336 or less one-way and $354 or less round-trip.
  • At Darwin International Airport (DRW), you can wait for your flight in either the Qantas Club Lounge, if you have Platinum One or Platinum Qantas frequent flyer status, or the Virgin Lounge if you have a lounge membership.
  • Facilities at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) include ATMs, currency exchange, airline lounges, baggage storage, free Wi-Fi, information desks, lost property, medical services, parenting rooms, plane spotting, smoking areas, toilets and water stations.
  • If you would like to rent a car, Hertz operates out of Sydney Airport and has pick-up points at International T1, as well as Domestic T2 and T3.
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) is the only airport serving Darwin. The airport has a single terminal with roughly 13 boarding gates, handling all domestic and international flights.
  • Qantas flights from Darwin to Sydney generally allow one carry-on bag weighing up to 7 kg with dimensions not exceeding 56 cm by 36 cm by 23 cm. These can typically weigh up to 10 kg for business and premium economy flyers.

Prefer to fly direct from Darwin to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

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

Direct departures

Darwin to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia,Jetstar

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia, +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

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia,Jetstar

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia, +1 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Darwin

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia,Jetstar

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia, +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

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia,Jetstar

Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia, +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 Sydney

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Darwin to Sydney. 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 Sydney? 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 464 reviews
6.4Food
7.8Boarding
7.5Comfort
6.4Entertainment
8.2Crew
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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.

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!

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Great flight - on time, lovely staff. I’ll always have the same complaint and essentially it’s the limited food options for people who are celiac. But that’s all airlines !

The seats are so uncomfortable. The food doesn't exist unless you pay. Disappointed

X class seats in row 3 with the new configuration are very poor in fact I feel 3B and 3E should no longer be considered as X class seat as there is no forward seat pocket available to these seats and greatly reduced leg room due the intrusion of the business class armrests/table module

Estheticly the plane looks great, although the seats are way too upright. If the seats were just slightly more reclined then the comfort level would increase tenfold. I had the stiffest neck after just a short flight due to this. A nap was almost out of the question.

Flight was cancelled due to a mechanical fault - Virgin rebooked me on a flight 6 hours later so I cancelled and flew with another carrier

I missed my flight due to unforeseen circumstances It was, however , an excellent price !

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.

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

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

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

It was very nice. I will try to fly with Qantas whenever I can.

Flight was cancelled about 1.5 hours before departure. Replacement flight provided scheduled 1 hour later. Late boarding, late departure and arrived Melbourne nearly 2 hours after originally scheduled.

After British Airways cancelled my London to Sydney and Virgin Australia refused to refund, there was no ways I would try Virgin Australia again, so it was Qantas - what a good flight experience. So much easier to get off an international flight and get a local flight without having to add extra amounts for baggage

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

The flight was over an hour late due to staff shortages and due to it being the last evening flight, I got back to Sydney very late

This was the most horrific experience we have ever had. I would advise people to steer clear of this airline at all costs.

I got to the airport earlier than I expected, and they let me change to an earlier flight with no trouble.

It may have been a result of earlier issues with a previous plane, causing delays, but the staff were not nearly as smiley as the previous Jetstar flight I was on. Also, they started boarding before the plane was empty...so we moved from one line into another line. They should have just waited until the plane was empty to avoid waiting in two lines.

We were visiting from California and did not know Melbourne. When we arrived at the main airport, where we also arrived when we flew in, we found to our horror that we were at the wrong airport! There was no obvious to us indication that there were two airports that Jetstar flew out of in Melbourne, or even that there were two airports. The staff tried to find us seats to Sydney but none were available, so we got an Uber and went to the other airport and managed to catch the original flight. The staff were great and very helpful, including figuring out how to check what bag to not have to pay extra for the luggage. I was contrasted with Ryan Air that we had flown with in Europe a few months previously and been treated as cattle and no smiles, no help, just line up and pay. We were impressed by the friendliness and the help extended to us.

Every single one of my flight were delayed. On top of that when I asked for water I didn’t get it the first time. I had to ask for it multiple of time.

It’s only a moment away until they ask you to stand on the scale and charge you a fee for how heavy you weigh.

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Other airlines flying from Darwin to Sydney

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Darwin to Sydney according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.